I am an adaptable designer with extensive experience in graphic and digital projects, specializing in print design and production. I am skilled in marketing collateral, layouts for brochures and publications, and managing pre-press/print processes. I am proficient in UI/UX, digital development, and backend programming. I have experience in remote collaboration, virtual project management, and digital communication. I thrive in fast-paced environments and Agile/Scrum work-flows, with a background in both large organizations and small businesses.…

Hollie P. Groves

I am an adaptable designer with extensive experience in graphic and digital projects, specializing in print design and production. I am skilled in marketing collateral, layouts for brochures and publications, and managing pre-press/print processes. I am proficient in UI/UX, digital development, and backend programming. I have experience in remote collaboration, virtual project management, and digital communication. I thrive in fast-paced environments and Agile/Scrum work-flows, with a background in both large organizations and small businesses.…

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I am an adaptable designer with extensive experience in graphic and digital projects, specializing in print design and production. I am skilled in marketing collateral, layouts for brochures and publications, and managing pre-press/print processes. I am proficient in UI/UX, digital development, and backend programming.

I have experience in remote collaboration, virtual project management, and digital communication. I thrive in fast-paced environments and Agile/Scrum work-flows, with a background in both large organizations and small businesses.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Designer at Independent
November 1, 2023 - Present
Dedicated time to independent pursuits, personal development and deepen my skill set.
Visual Designer at Bank of Montreal
March 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Led the design of digital and print materials to promote DEI initiatives; managed and optimized social media and website content using various CMS; collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive branding and messaging across platforms.
Visual Designer at CIBC
January 1, 2013 - December 1, 2020
Led UI/UX design for the mobile 'Open a New Account' experience; served as the principal designer for the first CIBC Apple Watch app; developed the new deposit check interface for user testing; designed intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for digital banking customers; worked in waterfall and agile environments; created cohesive visual assets for cross-platform campaigns; collaborated with stakeholders to ensure a consistent and engaging user experience.
Visual Designer at MundoMedia
November 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Contributed to back-end programming as needed; collaborated with developers to ensure seamless project handoffs; managed company social media content and posting schedule; designed and produced the monthly corporate newsletter with engaging layouts and stories; created visually appealing graphics for a Groupon-style website.
Visual Designer at Gentec International
November 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Designed marketing collateral for print and digital platforms; created product packaging for leading consumer brands; developed eye-catching retail displays and marketing materials; ensured brand consistency across all visual assets; collaborated with internal teams and brand partners; supported promotional efforts for brands such as Sigma, SanDisk, Manfrotto, Zeiss, Sony, Klipsch, and Roots.
Visual Designer at JSA
November 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Designed marketing and educational materials for print and digital use; developed storyboards for pitched campaigns and product concepts; produced visuals for presentations and trade shows; ensured brand consistency across all materials; collaborated with internal teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Designer at MundoMedia
November 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Utilized technical skills to contribute to back-end programming as needed; collaborated with developers to ensure seamless project handoffs; managed company social media content and posting schedule; designed and produced the monthly corporate newsletter with engaging layouts and stories; created visually appealing graphics for a Groupon-style website.
Designer at Gentec International
November 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Designed marketing collateral for print and digital platforms; created product packaging for leading consumer brands; developed eye-catching retail displays and market materials; ensured brand consistency across all visual assets; collaborated with internal teams and brand partners; supported promotional efforts for brands such as Sigma, SanDisk, Manfrotto, Zeiss, Sony, Klipsch, and Alpine.
Independent Visual Designer at Independent
January 1, 2024 - Present
Dedicated time to independent projects and personal development; expanding skill set.
Visual and UI/UX Designer at CIBC
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Led UI/UX design for the mobile 'Open New Account' experience; produced the first CIBC Apple Watch app; developed a deposit-check ATM prototype for user testing; created cohesive visual assets for cross-platform campaigns; worked in Scrum/AGile environments.
Visual and UI/UX Designer at CIBC
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Contract/Full-Time roles contributing to digital banking interfaces and cross-platform campaigns (2013-2015 contract; 2015-2020 full-time).

Education

Graphic Design at George Brown College
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Multimedia at Centennial College
January 1, 2000 - December 3, 2025
Graphic Design at George Brown College
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Multimedia at Centennial College
January 1, 2000 - December 3, 2025
Graphic Design at George Brown College
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026
Multimedia at Centennial College
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026

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Industry Experience

Education, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail