Jodie Fried

Jodie Fried has extensive experience in both creative and philanthropic sectors. As the Director and Co-Founder of Armadillo since January 2008, Jodie has been instrumental in shaping the company's vision. Additionally, Jodie co-founded the Armadillo & Co Foundation in 2017, focusing on improving underprivileged communities through education and health initiatives. Prior experience includes serving as Director, Chair, and Co-Founder of The Anganwadi Project from 2005 to 2017, and establishing Bholu as Director, Founder, and Designer from 2005 to 2011. In the film industry, Jodie worked as a Costume Designer from 1998 to 2007. Jodie holds a Bachelor of Design in Film Design from the National Institute of Dramatic Art and a Bachelor of Technical Production from the Centre for the Performing Arts, complemented by education at the Adelaide Central School of Art.