I am a versatile creative professional with over 30 years of experience in photojournalism, graphic design, and studio management. I excel in delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines and thrive in dynamic environments that demand adaptability and precision. My work has been featured in national newspapers, magazines, billboards, and websites, showcasing my ability to create impactful visual and marketing solutions. Throughout my career, I have collaborated across a variety of industries including advertising, aerospace, and technology, designing everything from airplane liveries to trade show booths. As a leader, I have managed teams, mentored designers, and overseen studio operations with a meticulous eye for detail. I am passionate about storytelling through design and photography, bringing creativity and leadership to every project.…

Chris Bruer

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I am a versatile creative professional with over 30 years of experience in photojournalism, graphic design, and studio management. I excel in delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines and thrive in dynamic environments that demand adaptability and precision. My work has been featured in national newspapers, magazines, billboards, and websites, showcasing my ability to create impactful visual and marketing solutions. Throughout my career, I have collaborated across a variety of industries including advertising, aerospace, and technology, designing everything from airplane liveries to trade show booths. As a leader, I have managed teams, mentored designers, and overseen studio operations with a meticulous eye for detail. I am passionate about storytelling through design and photography, bringing creativity and leadership to every project.…

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I am a versatile creative professional with over 30 years of experience in photojournalism, graphic design, and studio management. I excel in delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines and thrive in dynamic environments that demand adaptability and precision. My work has been featured in national newspapers, magazines, billboards, and websites, showcasing my ability to create impactful visual and marketing solutions.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated across a variety of industries including advertising, aerospace, and technology, designing everything from airplane liveries to trade show booths. As a leader, I have managed teams, mentored designers, and overseen studio operations with a meticulous eye for detail. I am passionate about storytelling through design and photography, bringing creativity and leadership to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Digital Content Manager at BMO Toronto
February 29, 2016 - August 4, 2025
Manage digital content for Enterprise Risk & Portfolio Management Communications and Technology & Operations Communications. Responsibilities have included SharePoint site management, graphic design, infographics, presentation development, communications logistics, newsletters, town hall and event hosting and management, photography, videography, editing, file storage and naming conventions, production of playbooks and task trackers, learning and development tracking, and metrics reporting.
Contract Graphic Artist at BMO Toronto
March 1, 2022 - August 6, 2025
Provided graphic design services for the Technology & Operations Communications and Employee Technology Experience & Communications teams, delivering visuals such as banners, charts, infographics, dashboards, icons, logos, podcasts, videos, and printed materials to support diverse communications needs.
Sole Proprietor at CB Photographics Waterloo
March 1, 2016 - August 6, 2025
Provided graphic design and photography services for multiple clients across sectors including Canada News Wire, Euphoria Workforce Solutions, GeoSmart Energy, Priority Mechanical, Sponsor Circle, True Plumbing, Unlocked Company, and Youth Science Canada.
Marketing Manager at Priority Mechanical Services Ayr
August 1, 2014 - August 6, 2025
Managed advertising and marketing materials, photography, company branding, website overhaul, implementation of new database software, and IT responsibilities ensuring enhanced company image and marketing effectiveness.
Sr. Manager, Creative Services at GeoSmart Energy Cambridge
June 1, 2013 - August 6, 2025
Led creative services including advertising and marketing material production, photography, videography, editing, company branding and image management, website management, production of printed tradeshow materials, vehicle wrapping design, trade show sales and educational support.
Studio Director; Preflight & Systems Manager at Endeavour Marketing Toronto
April 1, 2009 - August 6, 2025
Managed a print production studio of 10 production artists handling hiring, firing, budgeting, training, workflow, proofing, web production, and quality control. Preflighted all jobs, attended press approvals, managed IT systems including network and weekly backups, and resolved PC/Mac issues. Oversaw print production projects for major clients such as American Express, Canadian Opera Company, IMAX, and Toronto 2015 PanAm Games Bid.
Digital Content Manager Enterprise Risk & Portfolio Management Communications at BMO Toronto
March 1, 2022 - Present
Managing digital content for BMO's Enterprise Risk & Portfolio Management Communications from March 2022 to present, with responsibilities including SharePoint site management, graphic design, infographics, presentations, communications formatting, newsletters, town hall/event hosting and management, photography, videography, editing, file storage management, playbooks and task trackers, learning & development tracking, and metrics.
Digital Content Manager Technology & Operations Communications at BMO Toronto
March 1, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Managed digital content for Technology & Operations Communications from January 2021 to March 2022, delivering graphic design, infographics, presentations, and managing communications logistics.
Contract Graphic Artist Technology & Operations Communications at BMO Toronto
January 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Provided contract graphic design services supporting Technology & Operations Communications between 2019 and 2021, including creation of visual content and communications support.
Contract Graphic Artist Employee Technology Experience & Communications at BMO Toronto
January 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Served as contract graphic artist from 2016 to 2019 working on employee technology experience and communications, contributing to graphic design, infographics, and communications materials.
Sole Proprietor at CB PHOTOGRAPHICS Waterloo
March 1, 2016 - September 5, 2025
Owned and operated photography and graphic design business from August 2014 to March 2016 serving clients such as Canada News Wire, Euphoria Workforce Solutions, GeoSmart Energy, Priority Mechanical, and other organizations, providing graphic design and photography services.
Marketing Manager at Priority Mechanical Services Ayr
August 1, 2014 - September 5, 2025
Managed marketing including advertising materials, company branding, photography, website overhaul, new database software implementation, and IT responsibilities from July 2013 to August 2014.
Sr. Manager, Creative Services at GeoSmart Energy Cambridge
June 1, 2013 - September 5, 2025
Led creative services including advertising, marketing materials, photography, videography, editing, branding, website management, printed tradeshow materials, vehicle wrapping, and tradeshow sales/education from May 2009 to June 2013.
Studio Director; Preflight & Systems Manager at Endeavour Marketing Toronto
April 1, 2009 - September 5, 2025
Managed print production studio of 10 artists, overseeing hiring, firing, purchasing, budgeting, training, workflow, quality control, preflighted jobs, attended press approvals, and IT management including network, backups, PC/Mac issues from October 2005 to April 2009. Provided print production for numerous clients across various industries.
Digital Content Manager Enterprise Risk & Portfolio Management Communications at BMO, Toronto
March 1, 2022 - Present
Managing digital content for Enterprise Risk & Portfolio Management Communications, including SharePoint site management, graphic design, infographics, presentations, communications formatting, newsletters, event hosting, photography, videography, editing, and file storage management. Developed playbooks, task trackers, learning & development tracker, and managed metrics.
Digital Content Manager Technology & Operations Communications at BMO, Toronto
March 1, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Responsible for managing digital content and communications within Technology & Operations. Supported communication graphics at all levels with banners, charts, infographics, dashboards, icons, logos, podcasts, videos, and printed materials.
Contract Graphic Artist Technology & Operations Communications at BMO, Toronto
January 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Provided contract graphic artist services including graphic design, infographics, and presentations for Technology & Operations Communications.
Contract Graphic Artist Employee Technology Experience & Communications at BMO, Toronto
January 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Produced graphic designs, infographics, and other visual content for employee technology experience and communications.
Sole Proprietor at CB Photographics, Waterloo
March 1, 2016 - September 5, 2025
Operated a sole proprietorship providing graphic design and photography services to clients such as Canada News Wire, Euphoria Workforce Solutions, GeoSmart Energy, and others.
Marketing Manager at Priority Mechanical Services, Ayr
August 1, 2014 - September 5, 2025
Managed advertising and marketing materials, company image/branding, website overhaul, implemented new database software, and was responsible for IT.
Sr. Manager, Creative Services at GeoSmart Energy, Cambridge
June 1, 2013 - September 5, 2025
Managed advertising and marketing materials, photography, videography, editing, company image and branding. Oversaw website management, printed tradeshow materials, vehicle wrapping, and trade show sales and education.
Studio Director; Preflight & Systems Manager at Endeavour Marketing, Toronto
March 31, 2009 - September 4, 2025
Managed a print production studio including hiring, firing, purchasing, budgeting, training, workflow, quality control, and preflighting of all jobs. Managed IT including liaising with contractors, network management, backups, and PC/Mac issues. Delivered print production for clients such as American Express, IMAX, Toronto 2015 PanAm Games Bid, and others.

Education

Diploma in Photojournalism at Loyalist College, Belleville, ON
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994
High School Diploma at Harrison Trimble, Moncton, NB
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1991
Diploma in Photojournalism at Loyalist College, Belleville, ON
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994
High School Diploma at Harrison Trimble, Moncton, NB
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1991
Diploma in Photojournalism at Loyalist College, Belleville, ON
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994
High School Diploma at Harrison Trimble, Moncton, NB
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1991

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment

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