JASON
LIND R.G.D.

COMMUNICATION PROFESSIONAL

 

DIGITAL & BRAND STRATEGIST

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

PHOTOGRAPHER

PROFESSOR

CAREER SUMMARY


Experienced design and branding professional with over 20 years of expertise in visual communication. A creative thinker with an eye for detail, known for developing impactful presentations, leading engaging instruction, and staying current with industry trends and legal requirements such as accessibility standards. Skilled in motivating others, connecting with diverse audiences, and delivering strategic, solutions that resonate.

WORK EXPERIENCE


Brand and Digital Strategist

February 2024 — Present, NOSM University, Sudbury, ON

Strategically enhance the university’s brand and image through high-end digital graphics, videos, and web projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to meet institutional goals while generating innovative concepts and creative strategies for communications initiatives.

Part-Time Professor

September 2006 — Present, Cambrian College, Sudbury, ON

Design and deliver course content across all skill levels, with a focus on accessibility, photography, typography, motion graphics, design software, principles, history, and communications. Develop and implement lectures and instructional materials while staying current with industry trends and tools. Instruct diverse student populations and collaborate effectively within team environments to support student success and program goals.

Owner / Creative Director

January 2009 — Present, Överlägsen, Sudbury, ON

Deliver full-service design solutions including marketing plans, branding, photography, and video production. Manages client consultations, budgeting, quoting, invoicing, and payment systems. Build strong client relationships and implement strategies to attract new customers.

Digital Media Specialist

February 2018 — February 2024, NOSM University, Sudbury, ON

Create marketing materials for both print and digital platforms, capturing the essence of our school’s vibrant community through expertly designed graphics. From photographing events to producing compelling videos and dynamic motion graphics. Collaborating with a team to provide strategic consulting on IT, marketing initiatives, and schoolwide projects, ensuring alignment with our brand identity.

Graphic Designer

June 2012 — February 2018, NOSM University, Sudbury, ON

Design and produce marketing materials (print and web), photograph all events, and conduct interviews, work in a team, consult on whole school projects, maintain and uphold the visual identity of the school.

Graphic Designer

June 2003 — June 2012, Media Concepts Inc., Sudbury, ON

Bilingual designer with expertise in time management and client relations. Delivering creative solutions across a wide range of media, including print, web, corporate branding, 3D animation, photography, and virtual tours.

EDUCATION


Communications Studies

(Partial Honours Degree)
January 2021 (Progam Cancelled)
Laurentian University, Sudbury ON 

Graphic Design Advanced Diploma

May 2003, Cambrian College, Sudbury ON

OAC and Bilingual Diploma

June 2003, Lasalle Secondary School, Sudbury ON

Professional Development


Designing for Accessibility

November 2015, RGD / David Berman, Toronto ON

Gourmet Typography

November 2005, RGD, Toronto ON

Canadian Copyright Laws

December 2005, RGD, Online

Designthinkers Conference

2008-2024, RGD, Toronto ON

Various Communications Webinars

RGD / IABC / OPSEU / CAUT

My Work

Salute Coffee Company Logo. Stylized S resembling steam coming up from a coffee.
Vita Chiropractic logo with a tree showing life like the spine and nerves
Mindful Mama Logo, with the text sprouting growth.
The KDG Business Cards
The Basement Fitness Business Cards
The Vita Business Cards
Structure Photography
Food Photography
Food Photography
Pin up style photoshoot. Two women in a small tub while doing laundry.
Concert photography, man playing guitar with a purple haze behind him.
Model Photography, dark shadows with highlights on the models face.
Bald Eagle in Alaska
Fjord in Alaska
Gargoyle in Paris

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