I'm a graphic designer with a strong background in brand identity, visual communication, print layout, and marketing design. I've developed brand systems and marketing collateral for clients in financial services, real estate, and the cultural sector, including publications, presentations, and social media assets. Based in Richmond Hill, I bring Canadian workplace experience in a real estate marketing environment and a meticulous eye for typography, layout, and brand consistency. I enjoy guiding design projects from briefing through final production, collaborating with stakeholders to translate business messaging into compelling visuals. I strive to deliver polished, print-ready files that engage audiences and reinforce brand standards while maintaining a friendly, collaborative approach with clients and teammates.

Azade Kaya

I'm a graphic designer with a strong background in brand identity, visual communication, print layout, and marketing design. I've developed brand systems and marketing collateral for clients in financial services, real estate, and the cultural sector, including publications, presentations, and social media assets. Based in Richmond Hill, I bring Canadian workplace experience in a real estate marketing environment and a meticulous eye for typography, layout, and brand consistency. I enjoy guiding design projects from briefing through final production, collaborating with stakeholders to translate business messaging into compelling visuals. I strive to deliver polished, print-ready files that engage audiences and reinforce brand standards while maintaining a friendly, collaborative approach with clients and teammates.

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I’m a graphic designer with a strong background in brand identity, visual communication, print layout, and marketing design. I’ve developed brand systems and marketing collateral for clients in financial services, real estate, and the cultural sector, including publications, presentations, and social media assets. Based in Richmond Hill, I bring Canadian workplace experience in a real estate marketing environment and a meticulous eye for typography, layout, and brand consistency.

I enjoy guiding design projects from briefing through final production, collaborating with stakeholders to translate business messaging into compelling visuals. I strive to deliver polished, print-ready files that engage audiences and reinforce brand standards while maintaining a friendly, collaborative approach with clients and teammates.

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Language

English
Fluent
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Assistant / Design Support at ARMO Real Estate
January 1, 2025 - Present
Support real estate marketing activities including content preparation, listing materials, and client-facing communications. Format and organize digital and print marketing materials for property listings and promotional use. Provide design support for social media graphics, presentations, and branded documents while maintaining a professional and consistent visual standard across materials.
Senior Graphic Designer at Meyar Investment Advisory Co.
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2025
Directed the visual brand of a financial advisory firm, maintaining consistent design across client-facing materials over 14 years. Designed the complete visual identity system — logotype, colour palette, typography, and brand guidelines. Produced and managed weekly client publications and investment reports, ensuring alignment with messaging and strategic direction.
Visual Communications Lead & Graphic Designer at Noghte Sare Khat Arts Institute
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Designed a complete organizational visual identity system — logo, colour palette, typography, and brand standards — from the ground up. Produced marketing and communications materials including programme catalogues, event collateral, and promotional print and digital content. Maintained visual consistency across all public-facing design outputs throughout the organization.
Graphic Designer at Sahm Negar Financial Co.
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2011
Produced marketing and communications materials including client bulletins, corporate branding, packaging, and seasonal campaign assets. Designed the company logotype and established a consistent visual language across print and digital formats. Managed layout and production of bi-weekly publications from initial design through to print-ready file delivery.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Selected Projects
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2020
Delivered brand identity, print design, and marketing materials for clients across finance, publishing, and the non-profit sector. Notable projects include annual report design for Persia Gulf Petrochemical Industries Co. (2014–2015); brand identity for Noore Kosare Iranian Company (2016); cover design for a multi-volume publication series.

Education

Master of Arts in Graphic Design at Azzahra University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at Art & Architecture University
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004

Qualifications

MA Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026
BS Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026
Diploma of Honour — 4th Annual Typography Poster Exhibition, Iran Art Organization
January 1, 2008 - May 9, 2026
Diploma of Honour — International Poster Competition: 'Coronavirus Attack against Human Being'
January 1, 2020 - May 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction