Creative. Dependable. An outside-of-the-box thinker. A quick learner. This is how I would describe myself to anyone. I am a designer with 5 years of experience in web and print design. Additionally, I have a lot of experience with 3D, video and photography. I have no single interest in the media field, rather I have tried my best to round myself out by exposing myself to various techniques, media types and new technology.
My passion lies in being able to cross back and forth from various media like print and web. I love the creative side of things. I am also fascinated by the technical aspect of any project I'm working on.
Balance is key, and I am thrilled when I get to work on a project or campaign that will take full advantage of my abilities, and at the same time give me something new to think about too. I enjoy being involved in all levels of a project, and have regularly taken part and/or lead the creative process from concept to completion.
I've had the fortune to work with a lot of great people and companies that have given me the chance to expand my skill set and explore and refine my own talents, and I look forward to continuing to do so.
- Jason.
- Planet Muscle Magazine 2008 Most Visually Impactful Advertising Campaign.
- Experienced in graphic design for print publications and we sites.
- Able to handle multiple tasks in high pressure environments.
- Adaptability to a constantly changing environment on an individual or team level.
- Able to communicate ideas well and meet deadlines.
- Familiar with printing and pre-press processes.
- Very quick learning ability when exposed to new techniques or software.
- Ability to target work to specific audiences as demonstrated via portfolio.
- Excellent time management ability.
- Strong Project Management Skills.
- Creative and conceptual thinker.
- Excellent planning ability with the skill to prepare items for projects well in advance.
- Strong graphic art skills including photo retouching and creation of original artwork.
- Basic understanding of the French language.
- Adobe Creative Suite, current versions of Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects and Audition.
- Quark Express and Corel Draw.
- Office Software, current versions of MS Office and OpenOffice.
- 3D Software, including 3D Studio Max, Cinema4D, Bryce, Poser 7, and Blender.
- HTML/XHTML, basic XML and strong experience with FTP software.
- Strong Understanding of SEO techniques, best practices and their implementations, A/B Testing and Website Optimization.
- Experience with Pay-Per-Click Campaigns, Google Analytics and Tracking, Google Ad-Words and Ad-Sense, Yahoo Online Marketing and MSN Ad Center.
- Exposure to and ability to work with PHP and ASP.net.
- Experience with Content Management Systems, ie. Order Dynamics and Squarespace.
- Can easily work cross platform between PC and Mac,all current operating systems.
- Custom and Stock Digital SLR Photography.
- Graphic design as a hobby.
- Learning new software applications and keeping pace with new technologies like Search Engine Optimization and Online Marketing.
- Reading fiction and writing fictional stories.
- Digital photography.
- Continuing Education.
ALLMAX Nutrition
Graphic/Web Designer/Video Artist/SEO Technician
December 2006-Current
- Web design for corporate site, micro-sites, email newsletters and affilliate programs, including complete web design, web banners, and managing all online content across all company sites.
- SEO implementation and monitoring for all company sites and microsites.
- Project Management for all Advertising and a large percentage of company web projects.
- Creation and management of all monthly email newsletters and e-blasts.
- Proof reading/editing of various projects.
- Production work for all ad and web design, including extensive image editing, retouching and custom artwork creation.
- Creation of advertising materials including posters, brochures, stationery and flyers.
- POP tearsheet/product info sheet production (direct mail, POS/POP).
- Video design, sound editing and production.
Freelance Graphic/Web Designer and Production Artist
February 2003-Current
- Web and graphic design for various clients including Connor Technology, AKDM Solutions, Body Uprising, True Fantasy Fashion, Maritz, and 5th Business Marketing.
- Assisted in web translation of 2005 Annual report for AGF Mutual Funds.
- Production work for Ford’s 2007 Portfolio, including newsletters, vehicle spec sheets, advertisements and web work.
- Creation of advertising materials for clients including posters, brochures, stationary and flyers.
- Print publications for different clients, including annual reports.
- Image editing and retouching.
- Web and graphic design for client sites and online campaignss.
- Creation of advertising materials for clients including posters, brochures, stationary and flyers.
- Website management for Pax Renaissance Media.
- Book cover design for Foolish Faith by Judah Etinger.
- Logo design for Pax Renaissance and other clients.
- Creation of original artwork for print, web and multimedia projects.
Web Designer
2000-2003
- Concept design for various web sites and print projects.
- Design consultation with clients.
- Direct communication with clients regarding project status.
- Provision of regular reports to employer and clients.
- Handling of all requested design updates and changes to projects.
- Creation of work in both English and French.
- Logo/Identity design.
- Uploading new versions of web content.
Part Time Graphic Artist and Interface Designer
02/2001-09/2001
- Flash animation and web design for non-profit fundraising campaigns, inlcuding the CIBC Run For The Cure, Canadian Cancer Society, Kids Help Phone email campaigns, and United Way.
- Graphic design for all web and print projects.
- Designing internal interactive presentations.