I'm Chrissy
Graham.
DESIGNER/ART DIRECTOR
PROFESSIONAL
SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY
PHOTOSHOP
95%
ILLUSTRATOR
95%
INDESIGN
95%
XD & FIGMA
75%
POWERPOINT
95%
WORD/EXCEL
75%
ACROBAT
95%
With 20 years of experience, I am a designer celebrated for meticulous attention to detail and a creative edge. My expertise spans branding, typography, ad design, infographics, social media, and comprehensive print and web design, enabling me to breathe life into ideas through engaging visuals.
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Skilled in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, and PowerPoint, I craft exceptional designs for both digital and print mediums. Known for creativity, stellar communication, adept problem-solving, and flexibility, I thrive in various settings—from solo projects in my home office with my pug by my side to dynamic team environments. I'm driven to contribute to a collaborative marketing team, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design, fostering team development, championing inclusivity, and upholding integrity.
SAMPLE PORTFOLIO
EXPERIENCE
April 2024 - Present
Senior Art Director & Graphic Designer
Shoreline Graphics
Shoreline Graphics is my freelance business that's all about delivering awesome outcomes for clients. As the owner and lead designer, I work collaboratively with all sorts of clients on various design projects. My top priority is to really listen to my clients' needs and preferences to make sure everything goes smoothly and they're super happy with the end result.
January 2023 - April 2024
Graphic Designer
eCapital
In my role as a designer at eCapital, I took charge of the brand refresh, setting up thorough guidelines for cohesive communication. Working closely with teams, I honed our identity and created marketing materials aligned with our objectives. Through regular updates to our visual content, I utilized my Adobe and Microsoft Suite proficiency to deliver innovative, accurate designs, reinforcing our team's dedication to creativity and positivity.
2017 - 2022
Senior Art Director & Graphic Designer
Shoreline Graphics
Shoreline Graphics is a freelance venture that specializes in delivering impactful outcomes for clients. As the owner and lead designer, I collaborate with diverse clientele on various design projects. With notable freelance collaborations including Aviva Insurance, Formcor, Focal Point Coaching Excellence, Howe & Wye, Soft Choice, Micro Tracers, as well as numerous realtors, musicians, and small businesses, I have honed my time management, self-motivation, and organizational skills through my transition from employee to self-employed.
2007-2016
Art Director
Brightworks Interactive Marketing
At Brightworks, I advanced from graphic designer to art director, undertaking roles in mentoring, print project leadership, web accessibility training, onboarding, print process development, and pharmaceutical art direction. Proficient in Adobe, I contributed to PAAB-compliant projects across print, web, and social media platforms.
2006-2007
Graphic Designer
2002 - 2006
Design Student
Hardie & Co.
At Hardie and Company, my focus was on supporting non-profit organizations such as the Canadian Cancer Society and the Canadian Mental Health Association. Notably, I handled extensive Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign tasks, including annual reports, newsletters, print promotions, brochures, posters, and prepress work.
Georgian College
Graphic Design Program
Services
I offer a comprehensive range of graphic design services tailored to each client's unique needs. With expertise across various design disciplines, I ensure your brand, marketing materials, and digital presence are visually compelling and strategically effective.
Brand Identity & Logo Design
Branding
Logo design
Corporate identity
Typography
Icon design
Editorial Design
Print design
Brochure design
Poster design
Book cover design
Magazine layout
Annual report design
Menu design
Marketing & Promotional
Social media graphics
Advertising design
T-shirt design
Signage design
Environmental graphics
Packaging design
BRAND EXPERIENCE
Neil Follett
Co-Founder, Propeller Events.
Chair, PharmaBrands™. Founder, Studio245.
"Chrissy is amazing! If you are looking for someone passionate, creative and detail oriented, look no further. I've had the pleasure of working with Chrissy for the better part of a decade and I recommend her without reservation."
Katrina Matuch
Director of Marketing,
Grey Wolf Animal Health
"Clients are blown away by the range of recommendations that Chrissy provides. I have worked with Chrissy on conceptual work, through to production. She is a master managing and overseeing revisions and
pre-press processes.
Chrissy is responsive, a clear communicator and a pleasure
to work with!"
Andrew Stephenson
Healthcare Administrator at
Huntington Valley Healthcare Center
"Chrissy is an exceptional designer with whom I've collaborated for over a decade. She asks pertinent questions, empathizes with users, and consistently delivers high-quality work aligned with strategy and meticulous attention to detail. Highly recommended."
TESTIMonials
CONTACT
Feel free to reach out to discuss potential collaborations, projects, or any inquiries. Looking forward to connecting with you!
