Magdy Shiha is an eLearning Developer at Builders Academy Australia, where he blends innovation, design, and technology to create engaging and interactive learning experiences. With a passion for transforming educational content into visually compelling digital formats, Magdy designs and develops interactive eLearning courses, books, and media that captivate and inspire learners. His journey into eLearning started with a deep-rooted love for visual arts and education, having previously taught Digital Art, where he also built a comprehensive Digital Library to assess student performance.
Magdy’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Design, majoring in Communication Design from Swinburne University, and a Diploma of Graphic Design from TAFE Brisbane. His technical mastery spans Articulate 365, Camtasia, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, allowing him to create solutions that are both visually stunning and functionally effective. Over the years, Magdy’s work has earned him several accolades, including awards from Arts Queensland and the Mackay Regional Council for his contributions to community arts and design projects.
As a Senior Graphic Designer with international experience, he has further shaped his expertise in corporate branding and creative problem-solving, giving him a unique perspective on design’s role in education. His work is a seamless fusion of creativity and functionality, delivering transformative learning experiences. And when he’s not solving eLearning puzzles, you might just catch him doodling or perhaps even puzzling over his next big design breakthrough!
In Magdy’s world, there’s always room for more imagination and innovations!
From the Cradle
My design passion draws inspiration from the expressionism movement, driven by an experimental fusion of abstract shapes and vibrant, layered textures. Collage and newspaper elements serve as historical documentation, capturing my deep fascination with problem-solving and visual storytelling. Each piece pulses with dynamic energy, reflecting the ever-evolving flow of creativity and design, where every imagination becomes a voice from my cradle.
CV
2024 Major Communication Design – Swinburne University – Australia
2012 Metropolitan South Institute of TAFE, Brisbane – QLD, Australia
Awards
2025 Winner in the 2025 ILP Institute – APAC Learning Impact Awards
2012 Multicultural youth community project – Multicultural affairs, QLD – Australia
2011 Arts Queensland and Mackay Regional Council – Art by Night Project, QLD – Australia
2011 Best Traditional Graphic Designer TAFE Brisbane, QLD – Australia
2010 Arts Queensland concept development grant, QLD – Australia
2009 Mackay Regional Council – Art Street Project, QLD – Australia
2006 Danish Festival of Arts Copenhagen – Denmark, Funded by the DCCDus remains on developing its own creative flair.