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I’m a seasoned illustrator known for creating impactful, cohesive visuals for global brands like Nike, Coca-Cola, and Air Canada. I’m skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, with a strong foundation in illustration, visual storytelling, and cross-platform design systems. I focus on brand identity, illustration, UI design, typography, motion graphics, and digital campaigns. I thrive when collaborating across teams to deliver cohesive visuals that resonate across print, digital, and social channels.
I’m passionate about storytelling through imagery and design, and I enjoy building scalable design systems, mentoring teammates, and pushing creative boundaries while staying aligned with client goals and brand guidelines.
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Language
English
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Japanese
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Work Experience
Art Director, Graphic Designer, Illustrator (Freelance) at Freelance
January 1, 2002 - November 25, 2025Collaborated with agencies and clients to produce creatives for posters, magazines, branding, and illustrations. Expanded motion design skills through School of Motion courses. Delivered high-quality work under tight deadlines, showcasing versatility and a proactive approach.
Senior Designer at Victory Creative Group Inc.
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Designed branding and marketing materials for high-profile clients, including Nike and the NBA, adhering to strict brand guidelines. Created Nike employee seeding kits and youth basketball branding, earning client praise for innovation and quality. Designed the new logo and full brand identity for Vancouver Rise FC, a professional women’s soccer team.
UI Visual Experience Designer (FIFA 23/FC24) at Electronic Arts
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Worked within established interface design systems to update UI screens for FIFA 23’s Volta and FC24’s Clubs game modes. Illustrated custom icons and contributed to the UI system for the ‘Post Match Accolades’ feature. Delivered work praised by team leads, presented processes to stakeholders, and ensured consistency with EA’s brand identity.
Illustrator at SideFX
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Collaborated with the UX team to create over 500 full-color icons for Houdini’s visual effects tools. Established a consistent UI visual language to enhance user experience.
Art Director at Exclaim! Media
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Directed magazine layouts, covers, and graphical elements for Exclaim!, enhancing the publication’s visual aesthetic. Guided illustrators and ensured prepress quality in collaboration with editorial teams. Developed engaging social media graphics to expand brand reach.
Senior Graphic Designer at Klick Health
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Designed digital and print materials tailored to client needs and illustrated infographics for various campaigns. Sketched concepts and storyboards for TV spots and collaborated on marketing strategies with the CEO.
Art Director at Saatchi & Saatchi
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Art directed Scion magazine, a branded publication reflecting Toyota Scion’s target audience lifestyle. Pitched thematic concepts (e.g., music and cultural editions) and developed visual assets across formats. Maintained brand consistency while innovating within design guidelines.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Design at OCAD University
September 3, 1996 - June 11, 1999AfterEffects Kickstart, Animation Bootcamp at School of Motion
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Qualifications
Applied Arts 2022 Judge – Design Awards
January 1, 2022 - November 25, 2025Applied Arts 2014 – Advertising & Portrait Illustration (Scion magazine)
January 1, 2014 - November 25, 20253x3 Professional Show No. 11 – Editorial Portraits x 2 (Scion magazine)
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025ADCC Silver Award – Advertising Illustration (Virgin Mobile)
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet
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