I am a long-time graphic designer with a passion for delivering the highest quality of work and the most engaging outcomes. I pay close attention to detail and enjoy solving visual challenges that help brands stand out. I pride myself on strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work independently or lead a team, and a track record of educating clients through experience to ensure satisfaction. I'm committed to delivering on time and upholding integrity and leadership in every project.

John McNab

I am a long-time graphic designer with a passion for delivering the highest quality of work and the most engaging outcomes. I pay close attention to detail and enjoy solving visual challenges that help brands stand out. I pride myself on strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work independently or lead a team, and a track record of educating clients through experience to ensure satisfaction. I'm committed to delivering on time and upholding integrity and leadership in every project.

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I am a long-time graphic designer with a passion for delivering the highest quality of work and the most engaging outcomes. I pay close attention to detail and enjoy solving visual challenges that help brands stand out.

I pride myself on strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work independently or lead a team, and a track record of educating clients through experience to ensure satisfaction. I’m committed to delivering on time and upholding integrity and leadership in every project.

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Language

French
Advanced

Work Experience

Lead Graphic Designer at Armored Decal Company Inc.
December 1, 2023 - Present
Lead Graphic Designer responsible for recreating vector versions of client logos, redesigning logos, creating signage, designing decals for existing and new clients, and developing decals for consumer products. Also handled website design, trade show display boards, and company rebrand work (logo redesign, business cards & mailers).
Production Artist at Alpine Graphics
June 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Created logos and graphics for large-scale signage; prepped graphics for vinyl printing and fleet vehicle application; cut vinyl parts on a Zund cutting machine; color matched client specs using an X-Rite i1 Pro calibration machine.
Social Media Manager at Elite Camps
October 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Content creation for all social channels across divisions; video production and edits; photography and image edits; WordPress website management; email marketing with Constant Contact & MailChimp; crafted email templates; keyword research; strategies to drive monthly program registration; aligned messaging with owners; scheduled posts via Hootsuite.
Owner / Operator at McMedia
September 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Logo design/re redesign, branding, website creation, page layout and design, photography and editing, Facebook ad campaigns, and illustrations.
Social Media Marketing Intern at Net Directives Inc.
May 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020
Content creation for The Children's Breakfast Clubs across social platforms; curated content; evergreen content for the website; completed various graphic design projects (logo redesign for The Divon Academy, Charity Recipe Book Cover, certificate templates for Workright.ca); scheduling posts via Hootsuite.
Service Manager at Alliston Home Hardware Building Centre
May 1, 2018 - April 30, 2020
Lead engraver for the YETI program; supervising staff; customer service; assisting staff with inquiries; placing building supply orders; creating promotional item displays; weekly inventory from trucks; reorganizing sales floor; inventory management.
Inventory Manager at Kal Tire
April 1, 2015 - March 31, 2017
Shipping and Receiving; tagging tires for retreading; inventory management; pick-up and delivery services.
Graphic Layout Artist at TC Media
August 1, 2005 - June 30, 2014
Designed page layouts for retail flyer programs; collaborated with copywriters and French translators; worked with Art Directors and Art Buyers on product shoots; catalog team member for Canadian Tire; designed and produced catalog sections.

Education

Content Strategy – Certificate at Humber College
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Intensive French Language – Certificate at Humber College
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Advertising and Graphic Design – Diploma at Humber College
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2003
Design Foundation – Certificate at Humber College
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Content Strategy – Certificate at Humber College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Intensive French Language – Certificate at Humber College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Advertising and Graphic Design – Diploma at Humber College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Design Foundation – Certificate at Humber College
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

Google Analytics for Beginners
September 17, 2019 - April 6, 2026
Advanced Google Analytics
September 20, 2019 - April 6, 2026
Hootsuite Platform Certification
April 20, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Social Media Marketing (Strategy and Optimization)
August 26, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Content Marketing Foundations
August 27, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Marketing on Instagram
August 27, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Google Analytics Essential Training
August 27, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Lead Generation (Social Media)
September 3, 2020 - April 6, 2026
B2B Foundations (Social Media Marketing)
September 4, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Email and Newsletter Marketing Foundations
September 6, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Google Analytics for Beginners
September 17, 2019 - April 6, 2026
Advanced Google Analytics
September 20, 2019 - April 6, 2026
Hootsuite Platform Certification
April 20, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Social Media Marketing (Strategy and Optimization)
August 26, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Content Marketing Foundations
August 27, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Marketing on Instagram
August 27, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Google Analytics Essential Training
August 27, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Lead Generation (Social Media)
September 3, 2020 - April 6, 2026
B2B Foundations (Social Media Marketing)
September 4, 2020 - April 6, 2026
Email and Newsletter Marketing Foundations
September 6, 2020 - April 6, 2026

Industry Experience

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