Hi, I'm Tricia Adler, a passionate graphic designer with a strong background in print production, visual arts, and sales. I graduated from Humber College with a diploma in Advertising and Graphic Design and have honed my skills working with local businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with over a decade of experience in print production, branding, and custom package design. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, pre-press, and layout, with a strong foundation in visual arts and illustration. Strong typography skills and product photography experience, with a practical understanding of marketing materials, custom orders, and vendor-ready packaging. Freelance experience includes working directly with small businesses on branding, promotional materials, and creative consulting. Known for a perfectionist approach, strong visual judgment, and a hands-on focus on getting things done right.

Tricia Adler

Hi, I'm Tricia Adler, a passionate graphic designer with a strong background in print production, visual arts, and sales. I graduated from Humber College with a diploma in Advertising and Graphic Design and have honed my skills working with local businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with over a decade of experience in print production, branding, and custom package design. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, pre-press, and layout, with a strong foundation in visual arts and illustration. Strong typography skills and product photography experience, with a practical understanding of marketing materials, custom orders, and vendor-ready packaging. Freelance experience includes working directly with small businesses on branding, promotional materials, and creative consulting. Known for a perfectionist approach, strong visual judgment, and a hands-on focus on getting things done right.

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Hi, I’m Tricia Adler, a passionate graphic designer with a strong background in print production, visual arts, and sales. I graduated from Humber College with a diploma in Advertising and Graphic Design and have honed my skills working with local businesses and not-for-profit organizations.

Creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with over a decade of experience in print production, branding, and custom package design. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, pre-press, and layout, with a strong foundation in visual arts and illustration.

Strong typography skills and product photography experience, with a practical understanding of marketing materials, custom orders, and vendor-ready packaging. Freelance experience includes working directly with small businesses on branding, promotional materials, and creative consulting. Known for a perfectionist approach, strong visual judgment, and a hands-on focus on getting things done right.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Design Freelancer at AT Creative Studios
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Designed corporate branding and marketing materials for local businesses and consulted clients on marketing strategies and target markets.
Creative Designer at SNAP Newspaper Group Inc.
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Designed advertisements and laid out community events pages.
Graphic Designer at Blakely & Associates Inc.
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Designed direct marketing campaigns for not-for-profit organizations including major hospital foundations and Nature Canada. Worked with various professionals such as client coordinators, copywriters, web designers, and printers. Developed corporate materials for trade shows and direct marketing packages including envelopes, letterheads, calendars, newsletters, and brochures.
Graphic Designer at Kisin Studios
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Set up layouts for catalogues, brochures, posters and sell sheets.
Graphic Designer at The UPS Store
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Consulted with clients to produce corporate packages and updated internal sales materials like newsletters, pamphlets and posters.
Ad Maker/Graphic Artist at Eye Weekly and Vacancy Magazine
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Designed advertisements and produced spec work for Sales Representatives.
Graphic Design Freelancer at AT Creative Studios, York Region, ON
January 1, 2015 - June 14, 2024
Design corporate branding and marketing materials for local businesses, consulting clients on marketing strategies and target markets.
Creative Designer at SNAP Newspaper Group Inc., Newmarket
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Designed advertisements and laid out community events pages.
Graphic Designer at Blakely & Associates Inc., Aurora, ON
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Designed direct marketing campaigns for not-for-profit organizations including Sunnybrook Hospital Foundation and University of Toronto. Worked with client and production teams, utilized brand guidelines, created materials for trade shows including banners and booklets, and developed various marketing packages such as brochures and newsletters.
Graphic Designer at Kisin Studios, Toronto, ON
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004
Set up layouts for catalogues, brochures, posters and sell sheets.
Graphic Designer at The UPS Store, Woodbridge, ON
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Consulted with clients to produce corporate packages and updated internal sales materials including newsletters, pamphlets and posters.
Ad Maker/Graphic Artist at Eye Weekly and Vacancy Magazine, Toronto, ON
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Designed advertisements and produced spec work for Sales Representatives.
Graphic Design Freelancer at AT Creative Studios
January 1, 2015 - June 11, 2024
Design corporate branding and marketing materials for local businesses. Consult clients on marketing strategies and target markets, delivering creative solutions tailored to their needs.
Creative Designer at SNAP Newspaper Group Inc.
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Designed advertisements and laid out community event pages, contributing to the community-focused publication's visual appeal and engagement.
Graphic Designer at Blakely & Associates Inc.
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2011
Created direct marketing campaigns for not-for-profit organizations including major hospital foundations and universities. Collaborated with client/production coordinators, copywriters, web designers, and printers. Developed internal corporate materials for trade shows and marketing packages including envelopes, letterheads, calendars, self-mailers, newsletters, greeting cards, and brochures while adhering to brand standards.
Graphic Designer at Kisin Studios
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Set up layouts for catalogues, brochures, posters, and sell sheets, contributing to the studio's print production capabilities.
Graphic Designer at The UPS Store
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
Consulted with clients to produce corporate packaging and updated internal sales materials such as newsletters, pamphlets, and posters, improving sales support and marketing effectiveness.
Ad Maker/Graphic Artist at Eye Weekly and Vacancy Magazine
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
Designed advertisements and produced spec work for sales representatives, enhancing the magazines' advertising appeal and sales efforts.

Education

Post Diploma at Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Diploma at Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Post Diploma at Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology, Etobicoke, ON
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Diploma at Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology, Etobicoke, ON
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
Post Diploma at Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Diploma at Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000

Qualifications

Certificate in the Artrepreneur Program
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Certificate in the Self Employment Business Program
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Certificate in Advanced Photographic Techniques with honours
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Certificate in The Starter Company Plus Program
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
Certificate in The Starter Company Plus Program
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Certificate in the Artrepreneur Program
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Certificate in the Self Employment Business Program
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Certificate in Advanced Photographic Techniques
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Certificate in The Starter Company Plus Program
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Certificate in the Artrepreneur Program
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Certificate in the Self Employment Business Program
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Certificate in Advanced Photographic Techniques
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Healthcare