Throughout my career as a designer and creative, I have tackled a wide variety of projects with a focus on finding unique solutions that meet client goals and expectations. I am comfortable presenting my ideas to groups and have experience in assembling freelance teams to meet project-specific needs. As an award-winning creative, I am driven to deliver high-quality results.

Derek Coté

Throughout my career as a designer and creative, I have tackled a wide variety of projects with a focus on finding unique solutions that meet client goals and expectations. I am comfortable presenting my ideas to groups and have experience in assembling freelance teams to meet project-specific needs. As an award-winning creative, I am driven to deliver high-quality results.

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Throughout my career as a designer and creative, I have tackled a wide variety of projects with a focus on finding unique solutions that meet client goals and expectations.

I am comfortable presenting my ideas to groups and have experience in assembling freelance teams to meet project-specific needs. As an award-winning creative, I am driven to deliver high-quality results.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Director at Formation PR + Brand
November 4, 2024 - April 16, 2026
Director of Design at Tungsten Branding
April 8, 2019 - November 1, 2024
promoted from Art Director
Creative Marketing Specialist at Ringfree Communications
September 4, 2017 - November 30, 2018
Design and Video production for marketing

Education

MFA at Virginia Commonwealth University
January 11, 2030 - March 30, 2026
BFA at Western Washington University
August 11, 1991 - June 12, 1997
Photography + Art History

Qualifications

Hermes Creative Awards - Logo Design / Style Guide Design
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Creative Communication Awards - Brand Identity / Logo Design
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Best Music - One Reeler Film Festival - Award of Distinction
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Canada Shorts Film Festival - Best Experimental Short
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
New York Film Week - Award
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Polar Lab, Artist-in-Residence, Anchorage Museum, AK
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grant
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Financial Services, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Crate Wine Market & Project

    retail brand with a refined space. The identity for this neighborhood wine market was crafted using a blend of modern and vintage fonts, paired with a simple black and white color scheme, ensuring the vibrant array of wine bottles remained the focal point. Following an unexpected flood, an opportunity arose to reimagine the space entirely. The owner envisioned a cozy, inviting ‘library’ atmosphere for an enhanced wine shopping experience. Collaborating with Prudhomme Design and Interiors and The Prudent Home, we designed a space that offers a seamless flow and ample room for exploration. The redesigned floor plan optimized the available area, while contemporary fixtures, bespoke flooring and shelving, original art, a living wall, and a custom-built counter contribute to a distinctive rustic yet modern French ambiance.

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    paper Remagin

    ophthalmology spa makes a splash. The Orlando Eye Institute had outgrown their brand in several ways and was in need of a reinvention in order to grow and expand their services. Business focused on ophthalmology and oculofacial plastic surgery, so we wanted to create an identity that evoked a cool, fresh, and comfortable experience. By blending traditional eye chart visuals with a structured, slab serif font, we developed a logo that captures the essence of what Remagin does. Combined with cool colors and a pop of yellow, the overall brand conveys a sense of comfort and trust that isn’t too medical.

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    paper Radiant Credit Union

    A rebrand with the power to shine. A desire to expand across state lines required Florida-based Sun State FCU to rebrand in a way that would help them stand out and attract younger investors. For the new identity, we wanted to preserve as much brand equity and customer loyalty as possible while introducing a bright new aesthetic. Leaning into bright oranges and yellow with a pop of blue was a nod to Sun State’s roots and provided the architectural team a direction to design radiant spaces.

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    paper Malleum

    A flexible rebrand for a cybersecurity firm. This established cybersecurity firm based in Ottawa, Canada, needed a new name and identity to stand out in a crowded field. After conducting a competitive analysis, we created an identity that fostered strength and trust around the word Malleum, which is Latin for Hammer. Leading with an electric color palette and a custom typeface allowed us to develop an identity that stood out from other similar firms in this space. In addition we created video and branded graphic treatments for their trade show kiosk.

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    paper Evermont Wealth

    A rebrand with a solid base. Lying in the shadow of the San Gabriel Mountains, this Claremont, California, financial institution had a generic acronym for a name and wanted to make a distinct change. After settling on the name Evermont, we developed an logo and identity that would stand strong for years to come. The goal was to create something that existing clients would feel comfortable with while being able to attract younger investors. Pairing navy and gold foil with a round, modern typeface allowed us to create something progressive yet professional.

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    paper Triia

    An e-consignment platform with flair. Triia’s mission is to to elevate and showcase the talents of Native American artists in a regional, national, and international marketplace. We wanted to create an identity that clearly expressed who Triia was with a nod to culture and collaboration. The custom logotype is flowy and approachable, while the double ‘ii’ in Triia is meant to convey community. We also developed an extended color palette so that the brand would be flexible as they move into sub brands, collateral, and merchandise.

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