I am a multidisciplinary designer and founder of Patchil Design Studio, working at the intersection of design, art, and technology. With a professional background spanning branding strategies, visual identity, data visualization, editorial design, and exhibition and environmental graphics, I thrive on delivering innovative and ethical design solutions for a wide range of clients, including international organizations such as UNESCO and ICAO. My expertise extends into research-creation with an emphasis on digital media, electronic textiles, wearable technologies, and interactive storytelling. Fluent in English and French, with native proficiency in Armenian and Arabic, I have strong leadership skills managing interdisciplinary teams and collaborating with developers, researchers, and creative partners globally. I bring a creative, strategic, and detail-oriented approach to all my projects.…

Patil Tchilinguirian

I am a multidisciplinary designer and founder of Patchil Design Studio, working at the intersection of design, art, and technology. With a professional background spanning branding strategies, visual identity, data visualization, editorial design, and exhibition and environmental graphics, I thrive on delivering innovative and ethical design solutions for a wide range of clients, including international organizations such as UNESCO and ICAO. My expertise extends into research-creation with an emphasis on digital media, electronic textiles, wearable technologies, and interactive storytelling. Fluent in English and French, with native proficiency in Armenian and Arabic, I have strong leadership skills managing interdisciplinary teams and collaborating with developers, researchers, and creative partners globally. I bring a creative, strategic, and detail-oriented approach to all my projects.…

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I am a multidisciplinary designer and founder of Patchil Design Studio, working at the intersection of design, art, and technology. With a professional background spanning branding strategies, visual identity, data visualization, editorial design, and exhibition and environmental graphics, I thrive on delivering innovative and ethical design solutions for a wide range of clients, including international organizations such as UNESCO and ICAO.

My expertise extends into research-creation with an emphasis on digital media, electronic textiles, wearable technologies, and interactive storytelling. Fluent in English and French, with native proficiency in Armenian and Arabic, I have strong leadership skills managing interdisciplinary teams and collaborating with developers, researchers, and creative partners globally. I bring a creative, strategic, and detail-oriented approach to all my projects.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Armenian
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Multidisciplinary Designer at Hexagram Network - Dedicated to Research-Creation in Media Arts, Design, Technology and Digital Culture
December 31, 2020 - September 2, 2025
Designed innovative and ethical solutions for research-creation communication across multiple media including event design, branding, spatial scenography, interactive platforms, and rapid prototyping in collaboration with developers. Supported cultural events, exhibitions, and conferences within a multidisciplinary network spanning Montréal and Linz.
Multidisciplinary Designer at Hexagram Network - Dedicated to Research-Creation in Media Arts, Design, Technology and Digital Culture
January 1, 2020 - September 2, 2025
Worked on research-creation projects in media arts and design, focusing on electronic textiles, wearable technologies, interactive storytelling, cultural durability, and transmission. Contributed to cross-disciplinary collaborations between Montréal, Canada, and Linz, Austria.
Strategic Branding and Communications Consultant at International Civil Aviation Organization - United Nations
January 1, 2020 - Present
Crafted innovative and ethical design solutions to communicate about research-creation across multiple mediums and channels. Led event design and production of all communication and scenography materials both online, offline, and spatially. Designed conceptual and curatorial experiences for cultural events, conferences, and exhibitions. Developed spatial design, signage, wayfinding, and UX/UI for interactive online platforms. Collaborated in rapid prototyping and development of digital services. Managed complex branding architecture and marketing campaigns, including editorial publications and webinar series.
Strategic Branding and Communications Consultant at International Civil Aviation Organization - United Nations
January 1, 2020 - Present
Crafted complex branding strategies and comprehensive communications material including digital services, editorial publications, environmental graphics, and event design. Led brand architecture modernization for ICAO and sub-brands while collaborating with marketing and business teams to develop lead generation and multifaceted campaigns across multiple channels.
Creative Art Director at VisualizingPalestine
December 31, 2015 - September 2, 2025
Led the design team to visualize complex sociocultural and political topics through data-driven wearable products, brand expansion strategies, and communication strategies to enhance online visibility. Managed design interns and worked closely with diverse international teams of researchers, developers, and impact specialists.
Creative Art Director at VisualizingPalestine
January 1, 2015 - September 2, 2025
Led the design team to visualize complex sociocultural and political topics. Designed and developed data-driven wearable products. Implemented brand expansion strategies and managed design interns. Worked closely with a diversified team across multiple countries. Developed communication strategies to enhance online visibility and presence.
Multidisciplinary Designer and Founder at Patchil Design Studio
January 1, 2015 - Present
Founded a remote multidisciplinary design studio connecting design, art, and technology. Delivered services including branding strategy, visual identity, data visualization, editorial and exhibition design, environmental graphics, and public space design. Collaborated with creative practitioners, developers, and business partners. Worked with both commercial and nonprofit clients such as UNESCO, UNDP, ICAO, EFF, and others.
Multidisciplinary Designer and Founder at Patchil Design Studio
January 1, 2015 - Present
Founded and operate a remote multidisciplinary design studio providing services in branding, visual identity, data visualization, editorial and exhibition design, environmental graphics, and public space design. Collaborate with creative practitioners and business partners globally, focusing on research-creation and effective brand communication for commercial and nonprofit clients.
Art Director at RITCCO, Channel Design, Element C2, Stro’berry Dezines
December 31, 2014 - September 2, 2025
Directed multidisciplinary visual storytelling, editorial and exhibition design projects including UX/UI development, brand positioning, advertising campaigns, and junior designer management in Beirut.
Art Director at RITCCO, Channel Design, Element C2, Stro’berry Dezines
January 1, 2014 - September 2, 2025
Led visual identity design, brand positioning, UX/UI platform design, digital services, and mobile applications. Managed junior designers and collaborated closely with developers and stakeholders. Developed advertising campaigns and promotional merchandise.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Graphic Design at Lebanese American University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Masters of Design (MDes) at Concordia University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Graphic Design at Lebanese American University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Masters of Design (MDes) at Concordia University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

John W. O’Brien Graduate Fellowship and Faculty of Fine Arts Fellowship
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
John W. O’Brien Graduate Fellowship
January 1, 2017 - September 2, 2025
Faculty of Fine Arts Fellowship, Concordia University
January 1, 2017 - September 2, 2025
Kantar Information is Beautiful Awards - DataViz category (Shelter-me-not infographic embroidered installation)
January 1, 2016 - September 2, 2025
Explore and Create, Canada Arts Council (CAC) Grant
January 1, 2025 - September 2, 2025
Vivacité, Conseil des Arts et des Lettres du Québec (CALQ) Grant
January 1, 2025 - September 2, 2025
Research-creation, Conseil des Arts de Montréal (CAM) Grant
January 1, 2025 - September 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services