Hi, I'm Jan Avenido, a passionate Senior Brand Designer and Founder & Architect with extensive experience leading tailored, white-gloved design solutions for enterprise clients across various industries. I specialize in aligning business collateral with brand strategy and communication goals, collaborating cross-functionally to drive adoption and design enablement using AI-driven workflows and tools. I also manage multidisciplinary projects in retail, hospitality, F&B, and cultural sectors, covering everything from concept development to onsite execution. With strong skills in architecture, interior design, project management, and event scenography, I am committed to delivering quality and profitability while maintaining design integrity and elevating brand presence.

Jan Avenido

Hi, I'm Jan Avenido, a passionate Senior Brand Designer and Founder & Architect with extensive experience leading tailored, white-gloved design solutions for enterprise clients across various industries. I specialize in aligning business collateral with brand strategy and communication goals, collaborating cross-functionally to drive adoption and design enablement using AI-driven workflows and tools. I also manage multidisciplinary projects in retail, hospitality, F&B, and cultural sectors, covering everything from concept development to onsite execution. With strong skills in architecture, interior design, project management, and event scenography, I am committed to delivering quality and profitability while maintaining design integrity and elevating brand presence.

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Hi, I’m Jan Avenido, a passionate Senior Brand Designer and Founder & Architect with extensive experience leading tailored, white-gloved design solutions for enterprise clients across various industries. I specialize in aligning business collateral with brand strategy and communication goals, collaborating cross-functionally to drive adoption and design enablement using AI-driven workflows and tools.

I also manage multidisciplinary projects in retail, hospitality, F&B, and cultural sectors, covering everything from concept development to onsite execution. With strong skills in architecture, interior design, project management, and event scenography, I am committed to delivering quality and profitability while maintaining design integrity and elevating brand presence.

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Experience Level

Expert

Work Experience

Senior Brand Designer at Canva, Sales and Success, EMEA Region
January 1, 2021 - Present
Led tailored, white-gloved design solutions for enterprise clients focusing on business collateral aligned with brand strategy and communication goals. Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, customer success, and product teams to drive adoption and design enablement. Supported integration and onboarding for EMEA-based partners leveraging AI-driven workflows and tools to streamline creative output. Clients included Amazon, Disney, FedEx, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Spherion, Snapchat, Colgate, Coca-Cola.
Founder and Architect at Jan Spearhead
January 1, 2020 - Present
Oversaw 30+ multidisciplinary projects across retail, hospitality, F&B, and cultural sectors from concept development to onsite execution. Managed budgets ranging from ₱500K to ₱20M, overseeing procurement, contractor coordination, and delivery timelines to ensure quality and profitability. Led architectural and interior design work covering up to 2000 sqm including spatial planning, lighting design, FF&E, and brand integration. Directed event scenography and set design for experiential campaigns and launches, improving audience engagement and elevating brand presence. Delivered 25–40% cost efficiencies through optimized sourcing and supplier partnerships without compromising design integrity. Clients included Canva Philippines, Deuces Coffee, Nude Floor, Sole Academy, Adidas, Aēsop Philippines.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Architecture at University of Santo Tomas
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
M.E.A. at Unknown
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Real Estate & Construction, Other