Kaori Durand

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Hi, I’m Kaori Durand. I’m a creative and detail-oriented designer with over 10 years of diverse experience in the fashion industry, blending a strong aesthetic sense with a growing passion for graphic design.

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Hi, I’m Kaori Durand. I’m a creative and detail-oriented designer with over 10 years of diverse experience in the fashion industry, blending a strong aesthetic sense with a growing passion for graphic design. I’ve collaborated across teams to deliver cohesive brand narratives and product stories, while continually expanding my technical skills in garment construction and digital design.

I’m excited to continue growing my capabilities in garment design, branding, and visual storytelling, and I enjoy partnering with cross-functional teams to bring innovative concepts to life while maintaining a user- and brand-centered approach.

  • 10 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Industry experience

  • Consumer Goods
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail

Work experience· 5 roles

Volunteer Graphic Designer · Burnaby Fire DepartmentMar 2025 – Aug 2025 · 6 mos

Designed a fire safety activity booklet for children.

Menswear Designer · Nippon Steel Trading CorporationNov 2017 – Dec 2018 · 1 yr 2 mos

Designed menswear garments using technical fabrics including knitwear. Prepared tech packs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for Chinese manufacturers. Coordinated with multiple fashion companies on their individual brands to achieve unique design demands.

Womenswear Designer · Mary Quant Cosmetics Ltd.Dec 2012 – Sep 2016 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Managed seasonal collections and worked with cross-functional teams to achieve product goals. Designed women's lifestyle and active clothing and prepared tech packs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

Menswear Designer · Ohga Co., Ltd.Jul 2009 – Sep 2012 · 3 yrs 3 mos
Assistant Fashion Designer · Flandre Co., Ltd.Apr 2007 – May 2009 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Education· 5

Associate Certificate in Graphic Design Foundations · British Columbia Institute of Technology2024 – 2026
Certificate in 3D CLO Fashion Design · Fashion Innovation Centre2023 – 2024
Certificate in General Engish · Kaplan International Languages - English school in Berkeley2016 – 2017
Certificate in Advanced Fashion Design · Oda Fashion College2006 – 2007

Certifications and awards· 5

Associate Certificate in Graphic Design Foundations2024 – 2026
Certificate in CLO 3D Fashion Design Software2030 – 2025
Certificate in General English2016 – 2017
Certificate in Advanced Fashion Design2006 – 2007

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