- Location
- Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
- Bio
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I am in Year 4 of the Bachelor of Design at MacEwan University. Also, I am a Freelance Graphic Designer, Photographer, and Editor.
• Extensive experience in graphic design
• Comprehensive experience in adult education, specifically with students with severe physical disabilities and new Canadians/ESL learners
• Engaged and active volunteer with numerous community projects and organizations
• Creative, resourceful, and able to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic - Categories
- Graphic design Branding & style guides Advertising Community engagement Copy writing
Skills
Socials
Achievements
Latest feedback
Recent projects
Graphic Designer & Publisher Technician: Phase 1 (Medicine/Health)
Positions available: 18 We would like students to design and publish books. This will run in conjunction with the writing projects that we are running. Graphic design projects will be staggered to run one week after the other group of students finish their writing. To accomplish this, we expect the student(s) will: design and publish one book each week design and publish books (interior and exterior) each week and upload to publishing servers and sites use Adobe to publish keep timelines This is an ongoing initiative over 8 weeks. Students will work on 2 separate books per phase of the initiative. There will be 4 project postings on Riipen that students will need to apply for.
Graphic Designer & Publisher Technician: Phase 2 (History)
Positions available: 18 We would like students to design and publish books. This will run in conjunction with the writing projects that we are running. Graphic design projects will be staggered to run one week after the other group of students finish their writing. To accomplish this, we expect the student(s) will: design and publish one book each week design and publish books (interior and exterior) each week and upload to publishing servers and sites use Adobe to publish keep timelines This is an ongoing initiative over 8 weeks. Students will work on 2 separate books per phase of the initiative. There will be 4 project postings on Riipen that students will need to apply for.
Graphic Designer & Publisher Technician: Phase 3 (Human Sciences)
Positions available: 18 We would like students to design and publish books. This will run in conjunction with the writing projects that we are running. Graphic design projects will be staggered to run one week after the other group of students finish their writing. To accomplish this, we expect the student(s) will: design and publish one book each week design and publish books (interior and exterior) each week and upload to publishing servers and sites use Adobe to publish keep timelines This is an ongoing initiative over 8 weeks. Students will work on 2 separate books per phase of the initiative. There will be 4 project postings on Riipen that students will need to apply for.
Graphic Designer & Publisher Technician: Phase 4 (Natural Sciences)
Positions available: 18 We would like students to design and publish books. This will run in conjunction with the writing projects that we are running. Graphic design projects will be staggered to run one week after the other group of students finish their writing. To accomplish this, we expect the student(s) will: design and publish one book each week design and publish books (interior and exterior) each week and upload to publishing servers and sites use Adobe to publish keep timelines This is an ongoing initiative over 8 weeks. Students will work on 2 separate books per phase of the initiative. There will be 4 project postings on Riipen that students will need to apply for.
Work experience
Graphic Designer
BookUp Tourism
Bonavista, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
May 2023 - September 2023
• Created original information graphics using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator software
• Translated researched information into visually stimulating and intellectually engaging typography, illustration and infographics
• Researched and organized content for graphics
• Ensured timely delivery of graphics per the assigned delivery date
Graphic Designer & Writer
Practicare Learning Solutions
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
January 2023 - April 2023
• Using Brightspace/D2L Learning Managed System and Genial.ly software to create online learning materials and courseware for adult students
• Using readymade, online training templates created courseware for students
• Updated online training courses for people working in the home care sector
• Edited and prepared material for online courses
Graphic Designer & Publisher Technician
Antarctic Institute of Canada through Riipen Level Up
May 2021 - July 2021
• Designed and published one book each week for eight weeks
• Uploaded designed material to publishing servers and sites
• Completed projects using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator software, in addition to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher).
Web Designer
Sustainability Committee, Riverdale Community League
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
May 2017 - September 2017
• Researched current design trends
• Designed sample page layouts
• Digital photography, designed graphics and animations
• Proofread and edited content
Web Content Writer
Justice and Solicitor General, Governement of Alberta
May 2016 - October 2016
Wrote and edited text/content for the public education website on the Rights, Justice and the Law Section of the Alberta Government website.
Program Assistant, Community Engagement Programs
United Way Alberta Capital Region
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
August 2014 - November 2015
• Assisted with scheduling of speaker presentations for the United Way annual workplace campaigns
• Coordinated and tracked speaker presentation schedules and activities
Graphic Designer
Marmalade on Toast Publishing & Design
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
September 2011 - Current
Local publishing and Design Company specifically geared towards not-for-profit and community-based individuals and organizations.
• Design logos, books, websites, posters, advertisements, brochures, business cards, presentations, and newsletters (both print and digital)
Editor, Graphic Designer and Photographer
Riverdale Community League
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
July 2011 - Current
Edit, design and publish the Riverdale Community monthly newsletter (The Riverdalian).
Instructional Assistant
NorQuest College
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
October 1986 - May 2011
• Worked in collaboration with instructors to develop alternative teaching strategies for students with severe physical disabilities
• Provided classroom support and tutoring to students with disabilities, both inside and outside of the classroom
• Provided technical training to learners and staff using: Microsoft Office Suite, e-business application software, virtual learning and course management applications
• Recruited, trained and supervised new employees, volunteers and practicum students
• Prepared digital talking books using DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) for students with visual impairments or learning disabilities
• Interpreted for Deaf students, staff and visitors, when required
• Graphic designer and photographer for numerous college events
• Prepared multimedia presentations, for instructors, managers, facilitators and individuals