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I’m a designer from Canada, now based in Switzerland, with over 15 years of experience in branding, editorial, and digital design. I’ve created visual identities, packaging, campaigns, and publications for clients across healthcare, nonprofit, retail, and the arts. What sets me apart is my ability to take complex information and transform it into clear, engaging visuals that resonate with diverse audiences. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, I bring precision, creativity, and international perspective to every project.…I’m a designer from Canada, now based in Switzerland, with over 15 years of experience in branding, editorial, and digital design. I’ve created visual identities, packaging, campaigns, and publications for clients across healthcare, nonprofit, retail, and the arts. What sets me apart is my ability to take complex information and transform it into clear, engaging visuals that resonate with diverse audiences. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, I bring precision, creativity, and international perspective to every project.

Katarina Simmer

Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, Designer, +4

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I’m a designer from Canada, now based in Switzerland, with over 15 years of experience in branding, editorial, and digital design. I’ve created visual identities, packaging, campaigns, and publications for clients across healthcare, nonprofit, retail, and the arts. What sets me apart is my ability to take complex information and transform it into clear, engaging visuals that resonate with diverse audiences. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, I bring precision, creativity, and international perspective to every project.…I’m a designer from Canada, now based in Switzerland, with over 15 years of experience in branding, editorial, and digital design. I’ve created visual identities, packaging, campaigns, and publications for clients across healthcare, nonprofit, retail, and the arts. What sets me apart is my ability to take complex information and transform it into clear, engaging visuals that resonate with diverse audiences. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, I bring precision, creativity, and international perspective to every project.

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I’m a designer from Canada, now based in Switzerland, with over 15 years of experience in branding, editorial, and digital design. I’ve created visual identities, packaging, campaigns, and publications for clients across healthcare, nonprofit, retail, and the arts. What sets me apart is my ability to take complex information and transform it into clear, engaging visuals that resonate with diverse audiences. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, I bring precision, creativity, and international perspective to every project.

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French

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Work Experience

Owner & Creative Director at Concept to Creation Design

January 1, 2009 - June 30, 2022

Directed brand identity development and multichannel campaigns for nonprofit, retail, and healthcare clients. Managed full creative process from concept to final production, including packaging, advertising, and event collateral. Supervised collaborators and maintained brand consistency across media and formats.

Graphic Designer & Advertising Controller at Black Press Newspapers

January 1, 2007 - April 30, 2010

Designed editorial layouts, advertisements, and publications in a high-volume newsroom environment. Ensured visual consistency and quality control under strict production deadlines, balancing advertising revenue with editorial requirements.

Consultant & Publicity Manager at Royal City Youth Ballet Company

August 30, 2011 - December 30, 2020

Created marketing and fundraising materials for this nonprofit organisation, managing advertising and publicity for regional tours and annual productions in advance of the company’s 25th anniversary. Helped drive growth through earned media and targeted outreach, including direct coordination with local journalists and news outlets.

Consultant & Committee Member at Arts Umbrella Dance Company

September 8, 2014 - July 30, 2019

Developed promotional materials and collaborated on event planning, fundraising initiatives, and volunteer coordination for this leading nonprofit youth arts organisation.

Communications & Fundraising Intern at Fondation Sentinelles

February 19, 2025 - August 18, 2025

Redesigned and modernised the foundation's Journal (bimonthly), aligning brand identity across print and digital. Produced bilingual reports and campaigns, adapting visuals and messaging for international stakeholders. Collaborated with leadership on donor-facing communications and online engagement.