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Evan Tobin 

BA [Hons] Visual Communication Design

Hello! I'm Evan Tobin, a passionate visual designer who believes design can be a powerful tool for positive social change. I'm eager to use my skills to tackle social issues and make a real difference, one project at a time. My creative process involves exploring diverse image-making techniques across various mediums. I’m always eager to learn and seek new skills to push my creative boundaries.

"He can HEAL" is a campaign which aims to get more young men to consider a career in the HEAL (Healthcare, Education, Administration and Literacy) sector.
This promotional video for the "He can HEAL" campaign shows the viewer that men can possess the skills and attributes to thrive in HEAL sector jobs, contrary to popular rhetoric. The video aims to get young men to consider a role in HEAL for themselves.
The main poster for the campaign carries the same story as the video, keeping its message visible wherever the poster is placed.
In public the posters encourage people to discuss the campaign which is important in order to change societal thinking around gender roles.
Secondary posters highlight the four HEAL sectors, Healthcare, Education, Administration and Literacy.
In schools, keeping the campaign visible for young men considering their career choice.
This booklet contains information about why it’s important to have men working in the HEAL sector, as well as a selection of career profiles, to get young men considering these careers.
Social media for the campaign contains information posts, career profiles and testimonies from men already working in the HEAL sector.
He Can HEAL

"He can HEAL" aims to get young men to recognise a broader definition of masculinity and attract them to work in the HEAL (Healthcare, Education, Administration and Literacy) sector. Encouraging more young men to pursue HEAL professions offers numerous benefits, such as reshaping the job market. Traditional male-dominated industries like manufacturing face declining opportunities due to automation, leading to increased male unemployment. By diversifying into HEAL fields, fewer men would be left without work. Moreover, there's a growing demand for workers in healthcare and education, crucial for societal well-being. Yet, the potential of engaging men in these roles is often overlooked. Increased male representation in typically female-dominated professions challenges outdated gender stereotypes, fostering a more progressive outlook. This shift paves the way for genuine gender equality, creating a future where individuals are empowered to pursue careers based on passion and skill rather than restrictive gender norms.


Into the Wilde

My thesis examines film adaptations of Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray, against a backdrop of evolving attitudes towards sex and sexuality. The Picture of Dorian Gray (1890) by Oscar Wilde is an infamous tale that has remained popular well over a century after its initial release. Wilde’s novel has held public attention and continues to do so today, with a new adaptation appearing every few years. The novel has been adapted many times and in many different formats, including screen, stage, audio, and graphic novel appearances. The thesis focusses primarily on three film adaptations; The Picture of Dorian Gray (1945), Dorian Gray (1970) and Dorian Gray (2009). It explores how these three adaptations have represented sexuality, and how these representations have evolved alongside changing societal and political landscapes. These adaptations were made at three important points in history: 1945 - a period of conservatism and heteronormativity, 1970 - sexual liberation and hypersexuality and 2009 - freedom and comprehensive representation.

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