I am a multi-disciplinary designer with more than 15 years of experience leading brand, campaign, environmental, and digital design projects for universities, real estate developers, consumer brands, non-profit organizations, and global institutions. I thrive at the intersection of strategy, creativity, and execution, delivering design solutions that connect with audiences and advance organizational goals. I have led brand identity systems, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration, guiding projects from concept through implementation. My client experience includes Johnson & Johnson, NASA, Google/Sidewalk Labs, The World Bank, Scotiabank, and numerous higher education institutions.

Christopher Barbas

I am a multi-disciplinary designer with more than 15 years of experience leading brand, campaign, environmental, and digital design projects for universities, real estate developers, consumer brands, non-profit organizations, and global institutions. I thrive at the intersection of strategy, creativity, and execution, delivering design solutions that connect with audiences and advance organizational goals. I have led brand identity systems, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration, guiding projects from concept through implementation. My client experience includes Johnson & Johnson, NASA, Google/Sidewalk Labs, The World Bank, Scotiabank, and numerous higher education institutions.

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I am a multi-disciplinary designer with more than 15 years of experience leading brand, campaign, environmental, and digital design projects for universities, real estate developers, consumer brands, non-profit organizations, and global institutions. I thrive at the intersection of strategy, creativity, and execution, delivering design solutions that connect with audiences and advance organizational goals.
I have led brand identity systems, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration, guiding projects from concept through implementation. My client experience includes Johnson & Johnson, NASA, Google/Sidewalk Labs, The World Bank, Scotiabank, and numerous higher education institutions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Strategic Design Lead at Cognizant/Idea Couture
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Led strategic design initiatives across brand, campaign, environmental, and digital design for universities, real estate developers, consumer brands, non-profit organizations, and global institutions; guided projects from concept through implementation; collaborated with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders.
Intermediate Designer at Community Agency
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Contributed to brand and campaign design projects, supported stakeholder engagement, and helped deliver integrated design solutions across multiple channels.
Junior Graphic Designer at Bruce Mau Design
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Supported graphic design projects across branding and communications, contributing to concept development and execution.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Evergreen Brick Works
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Provided freelance graphic design services for environmental education and community initiatives; collaborated with teams on visual identity and communications.
Merchandising/Lessons at Apple
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Created merchandising visuals and learning materials; supported retail initiatives and training collateral.
Senior Designer at GUS North America
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Senior designer responsible for leading design initiatives for the North American market.
Senior Designer at The Brand Factory
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Led brand and design projects; contributed to creative direction and strategy.
Creative Lead at Public Inc.
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Directed creative output and design strategy for client projects across branding, digital, and campaigns.

Education

Graphic Design Advanced Diploma at Seneca College
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Industrial Design at OCAD University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013

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Industry Experience

Education, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment