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I'm Kirthi Thevakumar, a graphic designer and visual communicator based in Markham, Canada. I recently completed a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Graphic Design at OCAD University with Distinction, and I bring hands-on experience from internships and freelance branding projects. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy translating concepts into clear, visually compelling proposals and brand systems. Over the past few years, I've designed for websites, exhibitions, and marketing campaigns, learning to move fast with new tools like Shopify, Figma, and HTML/CSS. I’m passionate about typography, print, and web design, and I value attention to detail, critical thinking, and teamwork.…I'm Kirthi Thevakumar, a graphic designer and visual communicator based in Markham, Canada. I recently completed a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Graphic Design at OCAD University with Distinction, and I bring hands-on experience from internships and freelance branding projects. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy translating concepts into clear, visually compelling proposals and brand systems. Over the past few years, I've designed for websites, exhibitions, and marketing campaigns, learning to move fast with new tools like Shopify, Figma, and HTML/CSS. I’m passionate about typography, print, and web design, and I value attention to detail, critical thinking, and teamwork.

Kirthiga Thevakumar

Graphic Designer, Motion Graphic Designer, Web Designer, +5

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I'm Kirthi Thevakumar, a graphic designer and visual communicator based in Markham, Canada. I recently completed a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Graphic Design at OCAD University with Distinction, and I bring hands-on experience from internships and freelance branding projects. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy translating concepts into clear, visually compelling proposals and brand systems. Over the past few years, I've designed for websites, exhibitions, and marketing campaigns, learning to move fast with new tools like Shopify, Figma, and HTML/CSS. I’m passionate about typography, print, and web design, and I value attention to detail, critical thinking, and teamwork.…I'm Kirthi Thevakumar, a graphic designer and visual communicator based in Markham, Canada. I recently completed a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Graphic Design at OCAD University with Distinction, and I bring hands-on experience from internships and freelance branding projects. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy translating concepts into clear, visually compelling proposals and brand systems. Over the past few years, I've designed for websites, exhibitions, and marketing campaigns, learning to move fast with new tools like Shopify, Figma, and HTML/CSS. I’m passionate about typography, print, and web design, and I value attention to detail, critical thinking, and teamwork.

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I’m Kirthi Thevakumar, a graphic designer and visual communicator based in Markham, Canada. I recently completed a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Graphic Design at OCAD University with Distinction, and I bring hands-on experience from internships and freelance branding projects. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy translating concepts into clear, visually compelling proposals and brand systems.

Over the past few years, I’ve designed for websites, exhibitions, and marketing campaigns, learning to move fast with new tools like Shopify, Figma, and HTML/CSS. I’m passionate about typography, print, and web design, and I value attention to detail, critical thinking, and teamwork.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Tamil

Fluent

Work Experience

Ride Operator at Centreville Amusement Park

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Operating rides and assisting passengers with effective communication, managing time on continuous ride operations, and employing critical thinking during emergencies.

Photo Production/Sales Rep at Digital Attractions CN Tower

January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Taking and editing photos, engaging with customers to sell photos, and managing time to find customers and complete sales before they leave.

Graphic Design and Marketing Intern at U3 Official Inc.

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Worked on website redesign projects through mockups and Shopify, held weekly meetings to present designs, and quickly learned new software and tools.

Barista at Second Cup

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Prepared drinks and served food while managing cashier duties, performing latte art, ensuring food safety, connecting with customers, driving sales, and staying calm in a fast-paced environment.

Graphic Design and Marketing Intern at U3 Official Inc.

January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Working on website redesign through mockups in Illustrator; Updating website using Shopify; Meeting weekly with manager and presenting designs; Quick learning with new software and tools

Freelance Junior Graphic Designer at ADXR Studio

January 1, 2025 - Present

Designing clear, visually compelling proposal decks; Conducting in-depth research to inform branding strategies and direction; Independently prioritize and complete tasks within established timelines

Barista at Second Cup Union Station

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Making drinks, serving food, cashier; Operating the espresso machine; Ensuring all food safety measures are being taken and followed; Opening store duties (baking cleaning, making coffee); Closing store duties (restocking, cleaning store and machines, cashing out); Remaining calm in a chaotic and fast-paced environment; Connecting with customers and driving sales

Photo Production/Sales Rep. at CN Tower Digital Attractions

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Taking photos, editing, selling photos; Matching faces to photographs and finding them at a fast pace in order to get maximum sales; Editing photographs to ensure customers get the best product possible; Engaging with customers and making sales