With more than 14 years in the advertising world, I've worn many hats at Pattison Outdoor Advertising, Canada's top out-of-home firm. This journey has built me a solid, all-around skill set. My Digital Media Design education from Red River College, combined with real-world projects and team leadership, lets me craft designs that grab attention and deliver results—whether it's ads, marketing pieces, or custom client needs. I'm all about creating visuals that connect on an emotional level, drawing from my out-of-home expertise to shine in print, digital, and beyond. I thrive on blending creativity with sharp composition to tackle projects needing that artistic edge.

Jordan Coates

With more than 14 years in the advertising world, I've worn many hats at Pattison Outdoor Advertising, Canada's top out-of-home firm. This journey has built me a solid, all-around skill set. My Digital Media Design education from Red River College, combined with real-world projects and team leadership, lets me craft designs that grab attention and deliver results—whether it's ads, marketing pieces, or custom client needs. I'm all about creating visuals that connect on an emotional level, drawing from my out-of-home expertise to shine in print, digital, and beyond. I thrive on blending creativity with sharp composition to tackle projects needing that artistic edge.

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With more than 14 years in the advertising world, I’ve worn many hats at Pattison Outdoor Advertising, Canada’s top out-of-home firm. This journey has built me a solid, all-around skill set.

My Digital Media Design education from Red River College, combined with real-world projects and team leadership, lets me craft designs that grab attention and deliver results—whether it’s ads, marketing pieces, or custom client needs. I’m all about creating visuals that connect on an emotional level, drawing from my out-of-home expertise to shine in print, digital, and beyond. I thrive on blending creativity with sharp composition to tackle projects needing that artistic edge.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Edge Advertising
January 1, 2024 - Present
Layout-focused designs for magazine spreads, brochures, and corporate reports using Adobe InDesign. Collaborated one-on-one with clients including Convenience & Carwash Magazine, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, and Deposit Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba to capture vision, adhere to brand rules, and deliver spot-on solutions. Managed multiple projects simultaneously, met deadlines, and incorporated feedback to polish final designs.
Senior Graphic Designer, National Marketing at Pattison Outdoor Advertising
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Led visual strategies for clients across Canada and abroad, ensuring brand consistency across print, digital, and experiential assets. Built marketing assets from sales decks to promo gear and social media graphics, strengthening brand stories. Collaborated with social, sales, and marketing teams to produce graphics and videos that stayed engaging. Created flexible video content via After Effects and Premiere Pro to support major ad deals.
Graphic Design Team Lead, National Marketing at Pattison Outdoor Advertising
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Collaborated with the National Marketing Director and sales teams to develop and produce marketing materials, setting creative direction and managing brand identity for Pattison and related entities. Guided a small design team through full project cycles, ensuring quality and on-time delivery across print, digital, and other mediums. Directed and created video for events, incorporating motion graphics while maintaining brand consistency.
Senior Graphic Designer, National Creative Team at Pattison Outdoor Advertising
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013
Crafted winning brand strategies for major retail and national clients, focusing on outdoor formats like billboards, transit ads, and digital displays. Used Adobe Creative Cloud to build strong visual identities that translate across physical and online spaces. Guided major agencies on strategies, ensuring alignment and punchy visuals across media, especially outdoors.
Senior Graphic Designer, National Creative Team at Pattison Outdoor Advertising
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021
Continued leadership in brand design and outdoor advertising, maintaining high-quality visuals and brand consistency across campaigns during a later tenure.

Education

Diploma in Digital Media Design at Red River College
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
High School Diploma at Oak Park High School
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

Major in Motion Graphics & Video Production
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Proficiency in Adobe CC applications
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Broadcast camera videography
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Web development & CMS management (HTML, CSS, Wordpress)
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Photography
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other