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I’m Karl Kennedy, a highly multi-talented and creative Graphic Designer with extensive experience in print design, marketing and production. I love turning client visions into compelling visual messaging and delivering polished assets on tight deadlines. I enjoy collaborating with teams to maintain cohesive brand narratives across digital and print channels.
In every project, I bring a team-player mindset, strong communication, and a focus on brand consistency. I’m comfortable working remotely, adapting to fast-paced environments, and solving design challenges—from color-matching and bleed adjustments to large-format signage.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Graphic Designer / Wide Format Operator at Allegra Marketing Print + Marketing
February 1, 2025 - PresentConceptualize and design visually compelling marketing materials, including large-format graphics and signage; resolve complex design challenges such as bleed, resolution, and color-matching for CMYK and Pantone spot colors; consistently meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Production Designer at Blakely Fundraising
July 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024End-to-end design for integrated marketing campaigns across digital and print channels, including Google display ads, social media assets, HTML emails, landing pages, direct mail, and newsletters. Collaborated remotely with art directors and cross-functional teams to develop and maintain a cohesive visual narrative and ensure brand alignment for diverse clients. Managed multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting, ensuring timely delivery of all assets while adhering to brand guidelines.
Graphic Designer at Eminent Custom Graphics
June 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023Designed and conceptualized innovative vinyl wrap designs for vehicles and promotional materials for business clients. Maintained and managed design assets and templates for consistent brand application.
Creative Lead / Senior Graphic Designer at Make Your Mark Design
October 1, 2011 - May 1, 2021Provided freelance creative direction and graphic design services to startups and established brands, translating client vision into effective visual messaging. Created and established brand identities for several small business startups, including logos, style guides, and marketing collateral.
Senior Graphic Designer at The Source
October 1, 2003 - July 1, 2009Conceptualized and created logos for internal and external use. Developed and executed visual themes for major seasonal promotional campaigns. Coordinated project deliverables with external vendors, printers, and freelancers. Spearheaded the upgrade and daily maintenance of the advertising department’s network of Mac workstations.
Production Artist at The Home Depot SSC Canada
October 1, 2000 - October 1, 2003Produced monthly catalogs, seasonal tabs, direct mail, and newspaper/magazine advertisements.
Education
Commercial Art - Honours at George Brown College
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026Graphic Design Diploma at George Brown College
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026Mac OS X Help Desk Essentials at Apple Canada Training
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Other
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