I am a highly strategic and intentional designer, committed to understanding project goals and target audiences at their core to create impactful design solutions. With a diverse portfolio ranging from community-focused UX/UI projects to luxury fashion e-commerce art direction, I bring both vision and expertise to ambitious creative projects. I thrive on overcoming challenges through clear communication, rigorous research, and empathy for the users I design for. My experience spans various roles, including creative consulting, motion design, and production, where I take ownership of project deliverables and ensure quality results. I am passionate about leading teams and projects that contribute meaningfully to brand identity, usability, and social good, always aiming for culturally relevant and cutting-edge design solutions.

Sam Loiselle

I am a highly strategic and intentional designer, committed to understanding project goals and target audiences at their core to create impactful design solutions. With a diverse portfolio ranging from community-focused UX/UI projects to luxury fashion e-commerce art direction, I bring both vision and expertise to ambitious creative projects. I thrive on overcoming challenges through clear communication, rigorous research, and empathy for the users I design for. My experience spans various roles, including creative consulting, motion design, and production, where I take ownership of project deliverables and ensure quality results. I am passionate about leading teams and projects that contribute meaningfully to brand identity, usability, and social good, always aiming for culturally relevant and cutting-edge design solutions.

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I am a highly strategic and intentional designer, committed to understanding project goals and target audiences at their core to create impactful design solutions. With a diverse portfolio ranging from community-focused UX/UI projects to luxury fashion e-commerce art direction, I bring both vision and expertise to ambitious creative projects. I thrive on overcoming challenges through clear communication, rigorous research, and empathy for the users I design for.

My experience spans various roles, including creative consulting, motion design, and production, where I take ownership of project deliverables and ensure quality results. I am passionate about leading teams and projects that contribute meaningfully to brand identity, usability, and social good, always aiming for culturally relevant and cutting-edge design solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Consultant at studio5am
May 1, 2019 - Present
Manages lead generation, project negotiations, client onboarding process, contracts, communication, direction proposals, and deliverables to ensure professional process and client satisfaction. Analyzes relevant markets to identify visual trends, informing project direction to create brand consistency and ensure cultural relevance.
Designer at JENN Studio
February 28, 2025 - July 9, 2025
Independently managed key deliverables, including wireframes, motion design assets, mock-ups, maintaining project timelines and quality standards. Conducted user research using heat maps and analytics to inform design decisions, improving usability, SEO, and CRO. Strategically art directed campaigns that elevated brand identity, improving brand recognizability and storytelling.
Production Specialist at York University
October 31, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Art directed project through comprehensive mood boarding, highlighting motifs to communicate project goals via visual language. Oversaw and organized technical aspects of production, including camera operation, lighting setup, call sheet, and location scouting.
Design Intern at Sovereign State
August 31, 2023 - July 9, 2025
Developed custom typography-based design solutions aligned with client strategic goals. Enhanced brand identities with motion design, improving visual engagement, brand flexibility, and application across platforms. Led client presentations, securing approval through clear communication of design benefits.
Motion Designer at York University Student Centre (YUSC)
December 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025
Created and adapted dynamic advertisements for brands, boosting brand engagement and recognizability across social and environmental platforms. Produced high-quality animations for promotional campaigns, effectively increasing awareness of student services and initiatives.
Creative Consultant at studio5am
May 1, 2019 - Present
Managed lead generation, project negotiations, client onboarding processes, contracts, communication, direction proposals, and deliverables to ensure professional process and client satisfaction. Analyzed relevant markets to identify visual trends, informing project direction to create brand consistency and ensure cultural relevance.
Designer at JENN Studio
February 28, 2025 - July 26, 2025
Independently managed key deliverables including wireframes, motion design assets, and mock-ups while maintaining project timelines and quality standards. Conducted user research using heat maps and analytics to improve usability, SEO, and conversion rate optimization. Strategically art directed campaigns to elevate brand identity, substantially improving brand recognizability and storytelling.
Production Specialist at York University
October 31, 2024 - July 26, 2025
Art directed projects using comprehensive mood boarding to communicate project goals through visual language. Oversaw technical aspects of production including camera operation, lighting setup, call sheet, and location scouting.
Design Intern at Sovereign State
August 31, 2023 - July 26, 2025
Developed custom typography-based design solutions aligning with client-informed strategic goals. Enhanced brand identities with motion design to improve visual engagement, flexibility, and cross-platform application. Led client presentations securing approvals through clear communication of design benefits.
Motion Designer at York University Student Centre (YUSC)
December 31, 2022 - July 26, 2025
Created and adapted dynamic advertisements to boost brand engagement and recognizability across social and environmental platforms. Produced high-quality animations for promotional campaigns, increasing awareness of student services and initiatives on campus.
Creative Consultant at studio5am
May 1, 2019 - Present
Manage lead generation, project negotiations, client onboarding, contracts, communication, direction proposals, and deliverables to ensure professional processes and client satisfaction. Analyze relevant markets to identify visual trends resulting in brand consistency and cultural relevance.
Designer at JENN Studio
February 28, 2025 - August 13, 2025
Independently managed key deliverables including wireframes, motion design assets, and mock-ups while maintaining project timelines and quality standards. Conducted user research with heat maps and analytics to enhance usability, SEO, and CRO. Strategically art directed campaigns, improving brand identity, recognizability, and storytelling.
Production Specialist at York University
October 31, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Art directed project mood boards establishing key visual motifs. Oversaw technical production aspects including camera operation, lighting, call sheet management, and location scouting.
Design Intern at Sovereign State
August 31, 2023 - August 13, 2025
Developed custom typography-based design solutions aligned with strategic client goals. Enhanced brand identities with motion design to improve engagement and cross-platform application. Led client presentations successfully securing approvals.
Motion Designer at York University Student Centre (YUSC)
December 31, 2022 - August 13, 2025
Created dynamic advertisements and high-quality animations for promotional campaigns, boosting brand engagement, recognizability, and awareness of student services across social and environmental platforms.

Education

Honour’s Bachelor of Design (BDes) at York University Toronto, Ontario
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Honour’s Bachelor of Design at York University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Honour’s Bachelor of Design (BDes) at York University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization