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A motivated and flexible fast learner with a diverse range of experiences who thrives in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. With a proven track record of working with a team in a design studio environment and a passion for creating beautiful and commercially successful products, I am currently available for full-time design work or new freelance projects.
skills
- Highly proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
- Strong awareness of current trends in textile design for a range of products and market segments
- Excellent drawing skills with a range of media
- Firm grasp of working with repeat structures
- Extensive experience with digital print production methods and processes
- Sound understanding of fabric dye, print and embellishment techniques and processes
- Understanding of web architecture and usability issues; experience with web development including Flash/Actionscript, HTML, CSS
education
2009 – 2010
Chelsea College of Art and Design – University of the Arts London
MA, Textile Design
- Worked independently to conceive and produce a unique brand and collection of interior fabrics, wallpapers and products
- Strengthened project management and negotiation skills through coordinating with a range of suppliers in producing the final exhibition display
- MA collection was featured on the popular surface design blog 'Print and Pattern'
2003 – 2007
York University/Sheridan College joint program in design
Spec. Hons. B.Des, Graphic Design - Graduated Cum Laude
- Gained a diverse skill set through completing studio work in a range of graphic design disciplines including editorial, advertising, web and motion graphics
- $4,000 awarded for an incoming grade average of >90%/A+
employment
2007 – 2009
TPM Communications Ltd.
Graphic and web designer
- Worked with a team to conceive and produce print and web design projects for a range of large corporate clients including: Toyota Canada, Davis + Henderson and the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association
- Consistently delivered key project components on time and on budget, while ensuring meticulous attention to detail and smooth communication with other team members
- Key team member in the redesign of toyota.ca, which resulted in an increase of its Canadian automotive website ranking from fifteenth to second (J.D. Power and Associates, 2009)
2007
Weavers Art Inc.
In–house graphic designer
- Designed advertisements and promotional materials for three distinct carpet showroom brands
- Gained experience in a retail environment and an understanding of interior product positioning in the marketplace
- Coordinated with interior design publications to ensure proper format and timely delivery of advertising materials
2006
York University, Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science (CRESS)
Contract graphic designer (COSPAR Work–Study Project)
- Worked with faculty in the design department and the Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science at York University to design an identity for the international Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) 2008 conference in Montréal, Canada
2005 – 2007
Tristan Communications Ltd.
In–house graphic designer (part time/occasional)
- Designed and oversaw the printing of promotional materials for the company’s tradeshows
- Developed and maintained the company’s website
Ongoing
Freelance Designer
- Independently conceived and executed print and web design projects for a variety of clients including: Syntric Marketing & Design, the Council of Ministers of Education of Canada (CMEC) and the Olive Oil Council of Canada
- Gained experience with client meetings, project costing and invoicing
additional training
2010
London Business School
New Creative Ventures program
- Selected and funded as 1 of 30 University of the Arts London MA students to participate in this intensive ten-week programme
- Worked alongside London Business School MBA students to develop and present a business plan for an ethical fashion label to potential investors, thus strengthening commercial awareness and presentation skills
volunteer work
2008 – 2009
Toronto Humane Society
Kitten Nursery Volunteer
- Volunteered weekly in a fast-paced, demanding role that involved feeding and providing basic care for dozens of orphaned kittens
languages
- Fluent in English and Bosnian
- Some knowledge of German and French