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Hi, I'm Giles Woodward, a multidisciplinary designer, art director, and educator based in Saskatoon, Canada. I specialize in creating engaging brand identities, graphic design collateral, books, and objects for clients across industries. I’m passionate about crafting clear, compelling visuals that communicate a brand's story and values. I collaborate closely with clients and teams to translate strategy into visually engaging work, while also teaching and mentoring the next generation of designers. I value craft, curiosity, and clear communication, and I strive to deliver work that is both beautiful and effective.…Hi, I'm Giles Woodward, a multidisciplinary designer, art director, and educator based in Saskatoon, Canada. I specialize in creating engaging brand identities, graphic design collateral, books, and objects for clients across industries. I’m passionate about crafting clear, compelling visuals that communicate a brand's story and values. I collaborate closely with clients and teams to translate strategy into visually engaging work, while also teaching and mentoring the next generation of designers. I value craft, curiosity, and clear communication, and I strive to deliver work that is both beautiful and effective.

Giles David Woodward

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Hi, I'm Giles Woodward, a multidisciplinary designer, art director, and educator based in Saskatoon, Canada. I specialize in creating engaging brand identities, graphic design collateral, books, and objects for clients across industries. I’m passionate about crafting clear, compelling visuals that communicate a brand's story and values. I collaborate closely with clients and teams to translate strategy into visually engaging work, while also teaching and mentoring the next generation of designers. I value craft, curiosity, and clear communication, and I strive to deliver work that is both beautiful and effective.…Hi, I'm Giles Woodward, a multidisciplinary designer, art director, and educator based in Saskatoon, Canada. I specialize in creating engaging brand identities, graphic design collateral, books, and objects for clients across industries. I’m passionate about crafting clear, compelling visuals that communicate a brand's story and values. I collaborate closely with clients and teams to translate strategy into visually engaging work, while also teaching and mentoring the next generation of designers. I value craft, curiosity, and clear communication, and I strive to deliver work that is both beautiful and effective.

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Hi, I’m Giles Woodward, a multidisciplinary designer, art director, and educator based in Saskatoon, Canada. I specialize in creating engaging brand identities, graphic design collateral, books, and objects for clients across industries. I’m passionate about crafting clear, compelling visuals that communicate a brand’s story and values.

I collaborate closely with clients and teams to translate strategy into visually engaging work, while also teaching and mentoring the next generation of designers. I value craft, curiosity, and clear communication, and I strive to deliver work that is both beautiful and effective.

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Work Experience

Senior Art Director at Zap Creative

January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022

Develop and execute design concepts across multiple channels; lead the visual direction, guiding look and layout decisions; manage projects from concept to delivery, ensuring accuracy and quality; present ideas and design rationale to clients; ensure adherence to brand guidelines; provide art direction and feedback to junior designers.

Instructor at Saskatoon Business College

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020

Deliver instruction on the Graphic Design Specialist Diploma Program; develop curriculum and instructional materials; provide feedback and assess student performance; monitor and review practicum.

Creative Director at Two Six Creative

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018

Oversee overall design direction for the West Four Group of Companies; ensure brand consistency across Madero Doors & Hardware, Penner Doors & Hardware, and Security Building Supplies; generate new business by establishing clientele; provide creative direction and mentorship to a team of three designers.

Owner, Art Director & Designer at Studio Woodward

April 1, 2015 - Present

Specialize in the creation of engaging brand identities, graphic design collateral, books, and objects. Responsibilities include project management, strategic development, concept creation and prototyping, final design execution, and collaboration with external suppliers.

Creative Director at Kinetic Advertising

January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015

Develop a comprehensive vision for the agency's creative product; supervise a team of five creatives; drive excellence in conception and execution; collaborate closely with account services to deliver high-quality advertising solutions within budget.

Senior Graphic Design Instructor at Medicine Hat College

January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2013

Develop curriculum for studio courses; teach design and prepare lectures; evaluate student progress; supervise graduating student exhibition; maintain professional design practice and research activities.

Owner, Partner, Designer at Fishten

January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2010

A communication design studio specializing in the development of catalogues and publications for Canadian Art Galleries; clients included Esplanade Art Gallery, Southern Alberta Art Gallery, Swift Current Art Gallery, Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery, The Robert McLaughlin Gallery.