I am a strategic art director and graphic designer with more than 15 years of experience bringing brands to life across print, digital, video, packaging, websites, and integrated campaigns. I have built and led creative departments for Canadian and U.S. markets, partnered with startups and established brands, and worked across sectors including healthcare, food and beverage, retail, real estate, media, technology, and transportation. I enjoy turning complex challenges into clear, engaging creative solutions. My hands-on approach combines thoughtful strategy, strong visual execution, collaborative leadership, and practical project management. Today, I freelance through Michelle Byrne Design, helping clients develop identities, campaigns, presentations, websites, and marketing materials that connect with their audiences.

Michelle Byrne

I am a strategic art director and graphic designer with more than 15 years of experience bringing brands to life across print, digital, video, packaging, websites, and integrated campaigns. I have built and led creative departments for Canadian and U.S. markets, partnered with startups and established brands, and worked across sectors including healthcare, food and beverage, retail, real estate, media, technology, and transportation. I enjoy turning complex challenges into clear, engaging creative solutions. My hands-on approach combines thoughtful strategy, strong visual execution, collaborative leadership, and practical project management. Today, I freelance through Michelle Byrne Design, helping clients develop identities, campaigns, presentations, websites, and marketing materials that connect with their audiences.

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I am a strategic art director and graphic designer with more than 15 years of experience bringing brands to life across print, digital, video, packaging, websites, and integrated campaigns. I have built and led creative departments for Canadian and U.S. markets, partnered with startups and established brands, and worked across sectors including healthcare, food and beverage, retail, real estate, media, technology, and transportation.

I enjoy turning complex challenges into clear, engaging creative solutions. My hands-on approach combines thoughtful strategy, strong visual execution, collaborative leadership, and practical project management. Today, I freelance through Michelle Byrne Design, helping clients develop identities, campaigns, presentations, websites, and marketing materials that connect with their audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director - Graphic Designer at Michelle Byrne Design
January 1, 2012 - Present
Partner directly with founders and startups to develop end-to-end visual brand identities and support go-to-market launches. Provide marketing positioning and growth guidance, design and art direct multi-channel campaigns across digital and print, and create and present strategic creative concepts through professional presentation decks.
Art Director / Graphic Designer at Michelle Byrne Design
January 1, 2012 - Present
Collaborate with startup clients to develop and execute go-to-market and brand launch strategies. Provide mentorship and strategic guidance on marketing positioning and growth tactics. Design and art direct brand identity across multi-channel campaigns, from digital to print. Build and present creative concepts with clear rationale, supported by professional presentation decks.

Education

Graphic Design Diploma at Sheridan College
September 1, 1994 - September 1, 1997
Graphic Design Diploma at Sheridan College
January 1, 1997 - October 20, 2025
Graphic Design Diploma at Sheridan College
January 1, 1997 - October 20, 2025
Graphic Design Diploma at Sheridan College
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Graphic Design Diploma at Sheridan College
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026

Qualifications

Photoshop Advanced Certificate
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Graphic Design Diploma - Sheridan College, Oakville
September 1, 1994 - July 1, 1997
Top ranked school in Canada for Graphic Design
Advanced Photoshop Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026
HubSpot Certifications
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Financial Services, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Computers & Electronics, Transportation & Logistics, Telecommunications, Agriculture & Mining, Non-Profit Organization
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