I'm a SAIT Graphic Design graduate specializing in branding and advertising, with a desire to create compelling, strategic visual identities that connect with audiences and drive engagement. I bring a strong foundation in design, combined with real-world experience in sales and client-facing roles.

Emma Hemphill

I'm a SAIT Graphic Design graduate specializing in branding and advertising, with a desire to create compelling, strategic visual identities that connect with audiences and drive engagement. I bring a strong foundation in design, combined with real-world experience in sales and client-facing roles.

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I’m a SAIT Graphic Design graduate specializing in branding and advertising, with a desire to create compelling, strategic visual identities that connect with audiences and drive engagement.

I bring a strong foundation in design, combined with real-world experience in sales and client-facing roles.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Burnsfield & Urban Farming
January 1, 2026 - Present
Collaborated with a fellow designer to develop a full brand identity for a Calgary-based renovation and landscaping company; Designed two complete brand systems (Burnsfield and Urban Farming), including logos, submarks, wordmarks, and multi-format variations (dark, light, greyscale); Produced cohesive deliverables: website (Wix), brand guidelines, social media assets, brochure, business cards, apparel, decals, and signage; Applied Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to execute consistent, high-quality visual assets across platforms; Led weekly client check-ins to gather feedback and iterate designs, ensuring alignment with project goals; Evaluated project success using SMART goals; delivered final assets within a 100-hour timeline
Residential Cleaner at Personal Business
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Trained professionally at MaidPro (Airdrie) before launching an independent cleaning business; Managed scheduling, invoicing, and ongoing client communication (email, messaging, in-person); Maintained a client load of up to 5 households while attending school full-time; Delivered cleaning services exceeding industry standards and tailored to client preferences; Completed services within consistent, time-efficient schedules for each client
Sales Team Member at Pandora
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Delivered high-volume customer service during peak holiday season in a fast-paced retail environment; Learned product knowledge, pricing, and materials within one week to meet seasonal demand; Achieved sales targets of up to $3,000 per shift; Assisted up to 100 customers per hour while managing transactions, online orders, and replenishment; Used brand storytelling techniques to drive sales; Coordinated support, breaks, and customer assistance
Team Lead & Key Holder at REITMAN’S
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Opened and closed procedures, including cash handling and store security protocols; Monitored and reported on sales KPIs (daily, weekly, monthly) to support team performance; Managed high-volume service (60+ customers/hour), resolving conflicts and supporting team operations; Delegated tasks and supervised staff for efficiency during peak hours; Maintained visual merchandising standards, including seasonal resets; Processed up to 100+ online orders daily

Education

Interactive Design Diploma, Specialization in Graphic Design at Southern Alberta Institute of Design (SAIT)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail