Andy Stanleigh has over 15 years of success as an art director, senior designer and copywriter. Andy enjoys the process of shaping designs and brands into the best versions they can be, as well as helping introduce current, best design practices that prioritize the goals of the business. His skill set covers all manner of marketing collateral including corporate and company branding, print media and publishing, email and digital campaigns, websites, social and video projects. Andy's creative work has earned national and international awards, and his portfolio can be seen at andystanleigh.com.

Andy Stanleigh

Andy Stanleigh has over 15 years of success as an art director, senior designer and copywriter. Andy enjoys the process of shaping designs and brands into the best versions they can be, as well as helping introduce current, best design practices that prioritize the goals of the business. His skill set covers all manner of marketing collateral including corporate and company branding, print media and publishing, email and digital campaigns, websites, social and video projects. Andy's creative work has earned national and international awards, and his portfolio can be seen at andystanleigh.com.

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Andy Stanleigh has over 15 years of success as an art director, senior designer and copywriter. Andy enjoys the process of shaping designs and brands into the best versions they can be, as well as helping introduce current, best design practices that prioritize the goals of the business. His skill set covers all manner of marketing collateral including corporate and company branding, print media and publishing, email and digital campaigns, websites, social and video projects. Andy’s creative work has earned national and international awards, and his portfolio can be seen at andystanleigh.com.

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Work Experience

Brand Manager, Publications Editor & Designer at Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC)
March 1, 2022 - Present
Oversee art direction, writing, editing, and production of PDAC’s flagship publications including CORE magazine and the Annual Report. CORE informs 40,000 subscribers about sector trends, technologies, and the people influencing the industry; under my management CORE has earned four PR News awards and the Annual Report has earned a publishing award. Manage brand consistency and an elevated look/feel across collateral spanning print, social media campaigns, web, and video projects. Also support PDAC’s broader ecosystem including the annual PDAC International Convention and trade show (125+ countries of attendees), student-industry programming, and government policy/advocacy initiatives.
Art Director, Marketing Manager at Smarter Alloys
June 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Implemented marketing programs and creative strategies to promote advanced medical, automotive, and aerospace products and services in a B2B environment. Designed all marketing materials from concept through full production, including print applications, web build and maintenance, video projects, and social accounts and campaigns. Led an end-to-end company image redesign, creating tone of voice, copywriting aesthetics, and visual design to support a refreshed brand presence across channels.
Design Manager, Marketing Manager at Skyline Living
November 1, 2019 - June 30, 2021
Partnered with the executive team to create marketing programs and design for web, digital, video, and print campaigns across hundreds of properties representing 50,000+ residential and commercial clients. Redesigned brand style and tone to establish a consistent visual identity across media. Managed junior designers within the marketing department while delivering campaigns efficiently and on schedule.
Senior Designer at Andy Stanleigh (Lifestyle Hearing Corporation)
March 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019
Created and implemented seasonal campaigns and national strategies in collaboration with the Marketing Director and executive team for 150+ Canadian audiology clinics. Researched and wrote engaging copy, conceptualized and designed marketing materials including direct mail, newspaper and magazine ads, video, and web assets for medical clinic locations and networking properties. Managed multiple projects daily to maintain high efficiency, quality, and effectiveness.
Senior Designer at First Canadian Title (FCT)
May 1, 2017 - March 31, 2019
Collaborated with product specialists and managers to create elevated marketing collateral and coordinate results-driven campaign strategies across print, web, and digital channels. Worked with major Canadian financial institutions (e.g., Scotiabank, TD Canada Trust, RBC, BMO) and mortgage brokers, title insurance providers, and real estate professionals to deliver client-focused marketing materials.
Graphic and Web Design Manager at Pethealth
February 1, 2012 - May 31, 2017
Responsible for project planning, design, and completion for corporate, client, and sales marketing materials across Canadian, US, and UK offices. Produced sales collateral, corporate presentations, email marketing, and web design for three separate corporate branded properties spanning hundreds of products, thousands of shelters and veterinary offices, and millions of customers.
Art Director, Producer, Designer at Alternate History Comics
October 1, 2010 - November 30, 2021
Led design for all publishing projects. Interviewed, hired, and managed hundreds of writers and artists internationally to create content, designs, and artwork for original graphic novels. Served as an acting producer by bringing high-profile projects to production, meeting with investors and sponsors, and raising capital for publications that received numerous national and international awards.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours Major in Visual Art) at York University
September 1, 1997 - June 1, 2001

Qualifications

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction, Financial Services, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Education, Government, Life Sciences, Retail, Gaming, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Agriculture & Mining