Graphic and Web Designer in Canada Drives

Montevideo, Montevideo, Uruguay
Current:Canada Drives
Past:University of British Columbia
Education:Communication Design

Job Experience

Graphic and Web Designer

Canada Drives

August 2015 to October 2016

Worked with a design and development team producing their new website and app for Canada Drives. Utilizing UX design, problem solving and conceptualizing throughout the stages of design, designing promotional print and digital materials. The progress and redesign of the Canada Drives brand was fundamental in achieving the title of Canada?s fastest growing company.
Referencias Dan Cruikshank | Design
https://uy.linkedin.com/in/rachelcapted

Graphic Design and Visual Coordinator

University of British Columbia

June 2014 to May 2015

Co-coordinated the strategic marketing campaign for The School of Kinesiology at UBC. As the lead designer, this role included: brand development, social media promotion, engagement insulation design, and production of all promotional print and web-based materials. The successful campaign resulted in the highest voter turnout in UBC Kinesiology history.
Referencias Robyn Freiheit - Project Manager
LINKEDIN |
https://uy.linkedin.com/in/rachelcapted

Freelance Graphic and Web Designer

Freelance designer

August 2013 to Actually working here

Continuous freelance collaborations including many talented business adventurers, design studios and start-ups. Clients have included: Stuck Apart, My Loud Speaker, Ballentine Media, Red Letter Moments, University of British Columbia, Thompson Rivers University, Shane Dent Real Estate, Boarder Bees, Korerkanin Publishing House, Pink Clove Affair Event Design.
Referencias WEBSITE |
heyrachel.ca

Art Instructor & Studio Curator

4 Cats Art Studio

May 2013 to June 2014

Part of an enthusiastic and creative team of instructors seamlessly executing youth art classes, and a broad array of administrative and clerical functions in support of the studio. Contributed my expertise as an art instructor, curating lessons, and providing an educational and creative environment to foster growth in youth.
Referencias Laura Uy - Studio Manager
LINKEDIN |
https://uy.linkedin.com/in/rachelcapted

Franchise Owner

College Pro Painters

May 2011 to December 2013

Wner of a residential home painting franchise dedicated to the execution of quality home improvement. Awarded Rookie of The Year & Top Grossing Sales for The South Surrey Territory (Upwards of $100,000 Annually).
Referencias Chris Greig - Team Manager
LINKEDIN |
https://uy.linkedin.com/in/rachelcapted

Education

Communication Design

Emily Carr University of Art and Design (Canadá)

August 2011 to May 2015

Languages

English

Bilingual / Native

Spanish

Basic

IT skills

Mac OS

Experto

Adobe Suite

Experto

Other Skills

Marketing and Communication skills

More Rachel

Career Goals

Graphic & Web Designer
Mi nombre es Rachel, y soy Diseñadora Web y Gráfica! Recientemente me mudé a Montevideo, en búsqueda de emprender nuevos proyectos en mis áreas de experticia, que son: diseño gráfico, UX design, front-end design para páginas web y aplicaciones, branding y logos, mercadeo digital e impreso de páginas web y, diseño y manejo en redes sociales.
El inglés es mi idioma primario, y estoy terminando de aprender español.
Podés contactarme en cualquier momento si te puedo

Industries of interest

Labor Risks Insurance Design Editorial Graphic Industry Hotel Internet Paintings Retail Technology Telecomunication Tourism

Areas of interest

Media / TV, Radio, Others

Availability to travel and work outside the city

Yes

Interests and hobbies