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
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