I am a Graphic Designer with over 4 years of experience in diverse design projects, including branding, print design, digital content, explainer videos and more. I enjoy turning thoughtful ideas into visually appealing designs that communicate clearly and engage audiences. I have a proven track record of boosting engagement and efficiency, from designing branded email illustrations that increased participation by 10% to revamping presentation slides and creating playful illustrations for children's platforms that earned client praise.

Kanoko Nagai

I am a Graphic Designer with over 4 years of experience in diverse design projects, including branding, print design, digital content, explainer videos and more. I enjoy turning thoughtful ideas into visually appealing designs that communicate clearly and engage audiences. I have a proven track record of boosting engagement and efficiency, from designing branded email illustrations that increased participation by 10% to revamping presentation slides and creating playful illustrations for children's platforms that earned client praise.

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I am a Graphic Designer with over 4 years of experience in diverse design projects, including branding, print design, digital content, explainer videos and more. I enjoy turning thoughtful ideas into visually appealing designs that communicate clearly and engage audiences.

I have a proven track record of boosting engagement and efficiency, from designing branded email illustrations that increased participation by 10% to revamping presentation slides and creating playful illustrations for children’s platforms that earned client praise.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Illustrator at Miraai Inc.
March 1, 2025 - Present
Graphic Designer / Illustrator responsible for brand email illustrations, presentation slides, banners, and child-focused visuals. Achievements include increasing engagement and participation through branding updates and playful illustrations for a children's gaming platform.
Graphic Designer at National Indigenous Fire Safety Council
July 1, 2024 - September 11, 2025
Played a key role in design process efficiency and organization-wide branding, created an engaging explainer video, and developed creative solutions for presenting statistics to improve clarity and impact. Contributed to enhanced brand recognition and audience understanding.
Sales Representative at Hankyu Hanshin Building Management Co., Ltd.
April 1, 2020 - September 11, 2025
Led introduction of new and unique event spaces, collaborated with clients and agents to craft compelling property presentations and marketing materials, and improved team efficiency through standardized reports and presentations. Identified new retail tenants contributing to sales growth.
Creator at DEFND (Non-Profit)
April 1, 2022 - September 11, 2025
Designed and managed social media calendar, creating eye-catching posts using illustrations to support organizational campaigns.
Volunteer Graphic Designer at BC SPCA (Dog Wellness Program, Non-Profit)
September 1, 2024 - September 11, 2025
Produced promotional visuals and social media assets to support welfare campaigns and outreach.

Education

Graphic Design with CO-OP at Kindai University
April 1, 2009 - March 1, 2013

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025
Google UX Design Certificate
August 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
School of Motion
October 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Animation Bootcamp
April 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Character Animation Bootcamp
April 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education