I'm an Art Director with 15+ years of marketing design experience, specializing in brand storytelling for premium retail, fashion, and lifestyle brands. I unite aesthetics with data-driven insights to deliver conversion-focused campaigns that elevate brand performance. Based in New Westminster, I lead cross-functional creative teams, craft scalable visual identities, and leverage AI imaging tools to push the boundaries of marketing visuals. I thrive on mentoring designers, partnering with CRM and e-commerce teams, and delivering vibrant stories across campaigns, emails, and web experiences.

Ida Sensei

I'm an Art Director with 15+ years of marketing design experience, specializing in brand storytelling for premium retail, fashion, and lifestyle brands. I unite aesthetics with data-driven insights to deliver conversion-focused campaigns that elevate brand performance. Based in New Westminster, I lead cross-functional creative teams, craft scalable visual identities, and leverage AI imaging tools to push the boundaries of marketing visuals. I thrive on mentoring designers, partnering with CRM and e-commerce teams, and delivering vibrant stories across campaigns, emails, and web experiences.

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I’m an Art Director with 15+ years of marketing design experience, specializing in brand storytelling for premium retail, fashion, and lifestyle brands. I unite aesthetics with data-driven insights to deliver conversion-focused campaigns that elevate brand performance.

Based in New Westminster, I lead cross-functional creative teams, craft scalable visual identities, and leverage AI imaging tools to push the boundaries of marketing visuals. I thrive on mentoring designers, partnering with CRM and e-commerce teams, and delivering vibrant stories across campaigns, emails, and web experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Contract Art Director at LUSH Cosmetics
May 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Directed end-to-end seasonal campaign strategy, overseeing conceptual development, pre-production planning, and video execution to ensure consistent brand storytelling.
Graphic Designer at 31DOVER
October 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Pureplay retailer in premium wine and spirits; contributed graphic design work for campaigns; client list available on request.
Graphic Designer at BrandAlley
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Pureplay flash sale retailer in designer fashion, cosmetics and lifestyle; produced campaign assets across digital channels.
Freelance Designer at Self-Employed
August 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance design projects for premium brands; client roster available on request.
Designer at Article
August 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Designer furniture; contributed to product visuals and marketing assets.
Graphic Designer
May 1, 2008 - October 1, 2017

Education

Design for Art Direction at University of the Arts London, Central Saint Martins
November 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Senior Management Certificate with Distinction in Media Techniques & Marketing Communications at British Columbia Institute of Technology
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014
Bachelor of Arts: Japanese & Psychology at University of British Columbia
May 1, 2006 - May 1, 2006

Qualifications

Senior Management Certificate with Distinction in Media Techniques & Marketing Communications
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014

Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services