Independent Brand & Digital Designer — Senior brand identity, UX/UI, and scalable digital systems ––––– I’m an Independent Brand & Digital Designer based in Vancouver, working across brand identity, UX/UI, design systems, and end-to-end website design. I partner directly with founders, marketing teams, and growing companies to create clear, scalable digital solutions across brand and product. My work spans identity systems, UX/UI for product and marketing, digital platforms, and Webflow-led websites — combining strategic thinking with senior hands-on execution. I’m often brought in when teams need structure, clarity, and design systems that can scale beyond launch. Alongside my independent practice, I work part-time as a Contract Creative Director at Another Blank Page, supporting senior brand and digital programmes across identity, UX/UI, and website initiatives. Over the past decade, I’ve led and delivered brand and digital work for organisations including TaskHuman, Ronald McDonald House New York, NYA Ventures, Fraser Health, Island Health, and the Bill Reid Gallery — across tech, health, nonprofit, hospitality, and venture-backed environments. My approach is structured, strategic, and outcome-driven — balancing big-picture thinking with practical execution. I’m open to contract engagements, retained partnerships, and senior brand or digital design roles where thoughtful design can create meaningful impact.

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Independent Brand & Digital Designer — Senior brand identity, UX/UI, and scalable digital systems ––––– I’m an Independent Brand & Digital Designer based in Vancouver, working across brand identity, UX/UI, design systems, and end-to-end website design. I partner directly with founders, marketing teams, and growing companies to create clear, scalable digital solutions across brand and product. My work spans identity systems, UX/UI for product and marketing, digital platforms, and Webflow-led websites — combining strategic thinking with senior hands-on execution. I’m often brought in when teams need structure, clarity, and design systems that can scale beyond launch. Alongside my independent practice, I work part-time as a Contract Creative Director at Another Blank Page, supporting senior brand and digital programmes across identity, UX/UI, and website initiatives. Over the past decade, I’ve led and delivered brand and digital work for organisations including TaskHuman, Ronald McDonald House New York, NYA Ventures, Fraser Health, Island Health, and the Bill Reid Gallery — across tech, health, nonprofit, hospitality, and venture-backed environments. My approach is structured, strategic, and outcome-driven — balancing big-picture thinking with practical execution. I’m open to contract engagements, retained partnerships, and senior brand or digital design roles where thoughtful design can create meaningful impact.

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Independent Brand & Digital Designer — Senior brand identity, UX/UI, and scalable digital systems

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I’m an Independent Brand & Digital Designer based in Vancouver, working across brand identity, UX/UI, design systems, and end-to-end website design. I partner directly with founders, marketing teams, and growing companies to create clear, scalable digital solutions across brand and product.

My work spans identity systems, UX/UI for product and marketing, digital platforms, and Webflow-led websites — combining strategic thinking with senior hands-on execution. I’m often brought in when teams need structure, clarity, and design systems that can scale beyond launch.

Alongside my independent practice, I work part-time as a Contract Creative Director at Another Blank Page, supporting senior brand and digital programmes across identity, UX/UI, and website initiatives.

Over the past decade, I’ve led and delivered brand and digital work for organisations including TaskHuman, Ronald McDonald House New York, NYA Ventures, Fraser Health, Island Health, and the Bill Reid Gallery — across tech, health, nonprofit, hospitality, and venture-backed environments.

My approach is structured, strategic, and outcome-driven — balancing big-picture thinking with practical execution. I’m open to contract engagements, retained partnerships, and senior brand or digital design roles where thoughtful design can create meaningful impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-founder & Creative Director at Another Blank Page
June 27, 2014 - December 31, 2022
Co-founded and led the agency’s brand and digital practice, overseeing strategy, creative direction, and delivery across a diverse client roster. I worked closely with founders, executives, and cross-functional teams to build scalable identity and digital systems across tech, health, hospitality, and nonprofit sectors.
Creative Director at Another Blank Page
December 31, 2022 - Present
Contract Creative Director providing senior brand and digital direction across selected client programmes. I support early strategy, concept development, and UX/UI direction, helping maintain creative quality and consistency across identity systems and digital delivery. This is a part-time, collaborative role alongside my independent practice.
Independent Brand & Digital Designer at Self-employed
December 30, 2022 - Present
I run an independent brand and digital design practice focused on identity systems, UX/UI, and Webflow-led websites. I partner directly with founders and marketing teams to deliver structured, scalable brand and digital experiences across tech, health, nonprofit, and venture-backed environments. Engagements range from full brand and website programmes to ongoing creative partnerships and senior design support for early-stage and growing teams.

Education

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) at University of Ulster
September 8, 2012 - May 2, 2013
Interactive Multimedia Design (BSc Hons) at University of Ulster
September 8, 2008 - May 2, 2012

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Government, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality
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