Professional Experience

2007-Present

Homes & Land Magazine, Quality Leads Publishing • St. Catharines, ON

Graphic Designer/Creative Director

• Oversaw the meticulous formatting of advertisements for a weekly 30-48 page magazine, managing this process across four publications with precision and consistency

• Managed daily correspondence by promptly addressing emails, handling phone inquiries, and maintaining regular client interactions

• Conducted client meetings to conceptualize ad backgrounds for our Niagara publication, facilitating training sessions to acquaint clients with our online portal

• Basic troubleshooting of Mac computers/identifying work flow issues, devising/implementing improvements

• Instrumental in launching 2 publications

• Managed a work from home environment since March 2022

2015-Present

Freelance Graphic Designer

• Crafted diverse visual assets including logos, business cards, posters, and foundational website designs to meet client specifications

2017-2021

Tuscany Concrete by Design

Concrete Artist

• Conceptualized, designed, and handcrafted concrete coasters and candle holders

• Pioneered the development of production processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing

• Showcased creations at prominent local art shows and galleries

2003-2007

Diamond Farm Book Publishers • Brighton, ON

Graphic Designer

• Designed marketing materials for book sales, overseeing direct-to-customer mailings and crafting magazine advertisements

• Collaborated with press operators to meticulously prepare printing plates, ensuring seamless in-house printing operations

2002

Cat Creative • Toronto, ON

Graphic Designer Co-op Student

• Designed logo and stationary package for luxury rafting company and RBC risk management

Summer 2000 & 2001

Octopus Design • Cobourg, ON

Graphic Designer

• Various film posters and brand standards manuals

Post Secondary Education

1998-2002 Durham College

3 Year Graphic Design Diploma

1997-1998 Humber College

1 Year Design Foundations Certificate

Community Engagement

• Collaborated as a key member of the planning committee for a successful bowling fundraiser supporting RMHC & Wigs for Kids

• Designed and developed all marketing materials, including logo, postcards, and effective signage

• Volunteer graphic designer for the Lincoln Lions Club since 2021

Skills and Assets

• Proficient in Adobe CS including Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign

• Exceptional time management skills, adept at meeting tight deadlines while handling a diverse client base of over 120 individuals, demonstrating both independent work and collaborative team efforts

• Exemplary customer service skills, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering strong relationships

• Quick adaptability to learning new programs and skills, whether in group settings or autonomously

• A keen eye for detail, swiftly identifying errors and maintaining high-quality work standards

• Fundamental knowledge of HTML

• Ability to manage a team and ensure deadlines are met

• Positive and proactive attitude, fostering a productive and encouraging work environment

• Ability to identify challenges and devise effective solutions

• Creative

• Passionate about ethically created products, dedicated to promoting sustainable and socially responsible initiatives

• Community focused