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I am Grace Dixon, a designer and interdisciplinary artist with marketing and communications experience based in Kingston, Ontario. I collaborate with local communities and nonprofits to create accessible, inclusive design and engaging campaigns.
I love learning new skills and evolving my practice, especially where design thinking and community support are concerned. I enjoy collaborating with local producer-run nonprofits and helping them tell their stories through visuals, branding, photography, and digital content.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Marketing Manager at Farmer’s Market Association of Kingston
October 1, 2024 - PresentCo-organize large-scale events; manage early sponsorship campaigns; oversee communications and marketing; support accessibility and equity in the working environment; collaborate with the community to support a local producer-run nonprofit.
Digital Marketing & Communications Coordinator at Tri-Art Mfg.
April 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024Interviewed, edited and published Artist Spotlight articles; created content with original photography, video, graphics and animation; managed multiple social media platforms and marketing tools; scheduled campaigns in advance.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Queen's University & Others
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Designed a fresh and compelling Folio layout for a printed edition of Canadian Theatre Review; adhered to editorial guidelines and used professional design software.
Graphic Designer at Le Réveil / Agente du E-Commerce & Graphic Designer
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Created visual assets for press releases, branding, web design and creative projects; illustrated assets for graphic design content; remote work; updated Shopify site and digital marketing platforms.
Artist Residency at SIDEWAYS Artist Residency / Modern Fuel Artist Run Centre
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Collaborated with local artists, explored new design concepts and displayed final work at Union Gallery.
Illustrator at Guidebooks from Memory
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Published illustrations for remote contract projects.
Songwriter & Composer at Queer’s Guide to Spiritual Living
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Wrote songs and composed music for a remote Toronto-based project.
Marketing Manager at Farmers Market Association of Kingston
October 1, 2024 - PresentPart-time role supporting marketing and communications alongside the Memorial Farmer's Market Coordinator. Involved in co-organizing large-scale events and managing the year-long sponsorship campaign. Focused on developing accessible, community-driven campaigns and collaborating with a local producer-run nonprofit.
Digital Marketing and Communications Coordinator at Tri-Art Mfg.
April 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024Interviewed, edited and published Artist Spotlight articles. Created content with original photography, video, graphic design and animation for Tri-Art Mfg. Managed multiple social media platforms and marketing tools. Produced two artist documentary videos, managed interviews and editing to align with brand storytelling goals. Created reusable design templates for social media and video content, streamlining the creative process and maintaining visual standards across platforms.
Secretary and Board Director at Modern Fuel Artist Run Centre
November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025Acted as Secretary and Board Director, kept minutes of board meetings, interviewed potential board directors, organized documents, and connected with the artist community.
Education
Graphic Design Diploma at Concordia University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023Baking Arts at Nova Scotia Community College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017Graphic Design Diploma at Concordia University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023Baking Arts at NSCC / Boulanger et Baking Arts
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017Qualifications
Baking Arts Certificate
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017Graphic Design Diploma
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education
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