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I am Jessica Ingard, owner of J Bird Designs and a senior graphic designer and communications consultant with over 20 years of experience turning complex ideas into polished visual stories. I help brands translate identity into print and digital experiences, guiding the full creative lifecycle from brand identity and publication layout to digital strategy and event management. I am bilingual and collaborative, delivering cohesive, high-impact aesthetics that align with organizational goals across diverse sectors. I base my practice in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada, and collaborate with clients across non-profit, publishing, and professional services sectors. My toolkit includes Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, HubSpot, Mailchimp, and Microsoft Office to craft visuals, marketing materials, and engaging social content while managing budgets and timelines.…I am Jessica Ingard, owner of J Bird Designs and a senior graphic designer and communications consultant with over 20 years of experience turning complex ideas into polished visual stories. I help brands translate identity into print and digital experiences, guiding the full creative lifecycle from brand identity and publication layout to digital strategy and event management. I am bilingual and collaborative, delivering cohesive, high-impact aesthetics that align with organizational goals across diverse sectors. I base my practice in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada, and collaborate with clients across non-profit, publishing, and professional services sectors. My toolkit includes Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, HubSpot, Mailchimp, and Microsoft Office to craft visuals, marketing materials, and engaging social content while managing budgets and timelines.

Jessica Ingard

Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, Logo Designer, +2

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I am Jessica Ingard, owner of J Bird Designs and a senior graphic designer and communications consultant with over 20 years of experience turning complex ideas into polished visual stories. I help brands translate identity into print and digital experiences, guiding the full creative lifecycle from brand identity and publication layout to digital strategy and event management. I am bilingual and collaborative, delivering cohesive, high-impact aesthetics that align with organizational goals across diverse sectors. I base my practice in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada, and collaborate with clients across non-profit, publishing, and professional services sectors. My toolkit includes Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, HubSpot, Mailchimp, and Microsoft Office to craft visuals, marketing materials, and engaging social content while managing budgets and timelines.…I am Jessica Ingard, owner of J Bird Designs and a senior graphic designer and communications consultant with over 20 years of experience turning complex ideas into polished visual stories. I help brands translate identity into print and digital experiences, guiding the full creative lifecycle from brand identity and publication layout to digital strategy and event management. I am bilingual and collaborative, delivering cohesive, high-impact aesthetics that align with organizational goals across diverse sectors. I base my practice in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada, and collaborate with clients across non-profit, publishing, and professional services sectors. My toolkit includes Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, HubSpot, Mailchimp, and Microsoft Office to craft visuals, marketing materials, and engaging social content while managing budgets and timelines.

Available to hire

I am Jessica Ingard, owner of J Bird Designs and a senior graphic designer and communications consultant with over 20 years of experience turning complex ideas into polished visual stories. I help brands translate identity into print and digital experiences, guiding the full creative lifecycle from brand identity and publication layout to digital strategy and event management. I am bilingual and collaborative, delivering cohesive, high-impact aesthetics that align with organizational goals across diverse sectors.

I base my practice in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada, and collaborate with clients across non-profit, publishing, and professional services sectors. My toolkit includes Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, HubSpot, Mailchimp, and Microsoft Office to craft visuals, marketing materials, and engaging social content while managing budgets and timelines.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Advanced

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

Work Experience

Fundraising/Event Planning Team Lead at Cochrane Immigrant Services Committee

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2024

Lead for Cochrane Culture Fest, Jingle Mingle, Leaves Abound (Newcomers Event), and related fundraising and event initiatives.

Social Media Manager / Graphic Designer at Canadian Doula Academy

April 1, 2025 - Present

Directs the academy’s digital presence by creating educational and engaging visual content; maintains brand consistency across social platforms.

Marketing & Communications Manager / Graphic Designer at Cochrane & District Chamber of Commerce

March 1, 2025 - Present

Spearheads visual identity and events, ensuring high-quality production and member engagement; oversees marketing and newsletters.

Social Media Manager / Project Manager / Graphic Designer at Open Door Marketing

April 1, 2022 - Present

Designs and implements social media strategies; acts as primary liaison between clients and the creative team; manages internal operations and brand messaging.

Social Media Manager / Graphic Designer at The Scaffeo Group

February 1, 2022 - Present

Develops social media strategies based on audience research and performance metrics; creates daily visual content and manages engagement.

Graphic Designer & Event Management at J Bird Designs

June 1, 2010 - Present

Executes projects from concept to final product; specializes in advertising, magazines, and corporate branding; manages non-profit and private events.

Communications & Event Manager / Graphic Designer at Venture Capital Association of Alberta

July 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024

Led planning, design, and promotion of events; vendor negotiations and venue logistics; stakeholder communications via HubSpot and LinkedIn presence.

Event Manager / Graphic Designer at Entrepreneur’s Organization (Calgary Chapter)

April 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023

Directed all aspects of event design, production, and coordination; maintained budget adherence; led Communications Board duties (newsletters, social media, promotions).

Publisher / Graphic Designer at Home Base Magazine

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Lead designer and publisher for a quarterly publication; managed layout, advertising sales, and distribution.

Graphic Designer / Office Administration at Signarama

November 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021

Produced customized lettering and signage layouts; managed print production budgets and office operations.

Marketing Officer at LifeChoice Ltd.

February 1, 2020 - April 30, 2020

Developed web and print advertising campaigns, catalogs, and social media optimization for health product lines.

Production Manager / Graphic Designer at Great West Newspapers (The Cochrane Eagle)

June 1, 2010 - February 28, 2015

Supervised the graphic design team and led visual direction for advertisements, logos, and brochures; managed project frameworks and deadlines.