I'm a graphic designer and UX/UI designer with 16 years of experience helping cultural institutions and brands translate complex content into clear, accessible designs. I specialize in information architecture and content structuring to create consistent, sustainable digital systems that improve readability and user experience. I enjoy bridging print and digital, collaborating across teams, and shaping visual identity from concept to delivery.…

Allison Lockhart

I'm a graphic designer and UX/UI designer with 16 years of experience helping cultural institutions and brands translate complex content into clear, accessible designs. I specialize in information architecture and content structuring to create consistent, sustainable digital systems that improve readability and user experience. I enjoy bridging print and digital, collaborating across teams, and shaping visual identity from concept to delivery.…

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I’m a graphic designer and UX/UI designer with 16 years of experience helping cultural institutions and brands translate complex content into clear, accessible designs. I specialize in information architecture and content structuring to create consistent, sustainable digital systems that improve readability and user experience.

I enjoy bridging print and digital, collaborating across teams, and shaping visual identity from concept to delivery.

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Work Experience

Graphic Design Instructor at Cégep de Sainte-Foy
August 21, 2017 - July 31, 2024
Designed and structured courses combining theory and practice; led lesson planning, content creation, student supervision, and assignment evaluation; developed skills in information structuring, simplifying concepts, adapting information, and project management.
Artistic Director at Alexandre Motulsky-Falardeau Gallery
May 4, 2015 - June 18, 2021
Defined and implemented the gallery's visual identity, including logo, website, digital visuals, and printed materials; ensured aesthetic consistency across exhibitions and openings.
Graphic Designer at Quebec Winter Carnival
May 5, 2014 - March 10, 2017
Contributed to the visual identity of major events; adapted concepts to various print and digital media; designed dedicated web pages for events such as the Duchesses and the Masquerade, ensuring cross-platform consistency.
Graphic Designer at Journal de Québec
May 7, 2012 - February 21, 2014
Editorial designer responsible for daily newspaper layout, text-image integration, infographics for statistics, photo montages for front pages, and themed sections.
Graphic Designer at Lois Jeans
February 7, 2011 - January 20, 2012
Created illustrations, logos, and textile patterns in collaboration with the fashion designer; managed photography for print and online catalogs.
Graphic Designer at Lacerte Communications
January 20, 2010 - January 17, 2011
Created visuals for the art gallery and music studio; supported print production, including print management, and developed visual identities for clients.
Graphic Designer at Chemor
May 4, 2009 - August 10, 2010
Redesigned visual identity, including creating a custom typeface for the logo; designed and structured the product catalog to improve information hierarchy and visual consistency.
UX/UI Designer & Graphic Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2009 - Present
Independent UX/UI and graphic design services for cultural institutions, startups, and brands; specializes in information architecture, content structuring, and accessible, brand-consistent digital systems.
UX/UI Designer & Graphic Designer at Freelance / Self-Employed
January 1, 2009 - Present
Independent UX/UI and graphic design freelancer delivering digital products and print materials for cultural and institutional organizations, with emphasis on information architecture and content structuring.

Education

Bachelor of Graphic Design at Laval University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Certificate in Visual Arts at Laval University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Certificate in User Research Methods and Best Practices at IxDF - Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Personas and User Research at IxDF - Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Laval University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Certificate in Visual Arts at Laval University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
User Research Methods and Best Practices at IxDF - Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Personas and User Research at IxDF - Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Laval University
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009
Certificate in Visual Arts at Laval University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
IxDF - User Research Methods and Best Practices at Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
IxDF - Personas and User Research at Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Qualifications

IxDF - User Research Methods and Best Practices
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
IxDF - Personas and User Research
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
User Research Methods and Best Practices (IxDF)
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Personas and User Research (IxDF)
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Certificate in Visual Arts
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
IxDF - User Research Methods and Best Practices
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
IxDF - Personas and User Research
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Government, Retail

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