I am a strategy-driven creative, experienced in providing high-end print and web design. A team player who delivers innovative design solutions and effective communication. I have worked with Indigenous organizations and government bodies, and I am bilingual in French. I focus on accessibility and readability for optimum user experience and bring a positive, professional approach to every project.

Jacqueline Young

I am a strategy-driven creative, experienced in providing high-end print and web design. A team player who delivers innovative design solutions and effective communication. I have worked with Indigenous organizations and government bodies, and I am bilingual in French. I focus on accessibility and readability for optimum user experience and bring a positive, professional approach to every project.

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I am a strategy-driven creative, experienced in providing high-end print and web design. A team player who delivers innovative design solutions and effective communication.

I have worked with Indigenous organizations and government bodies, and I am bilingual in French. I focus on accessibility and readability for optimum user experience and bring a positive, professional approach to every project.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Photographer at Earthlore Communications
February 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018
Designed and produced print materials, web ads and graphics; wrote content and edited; involved in creative development including graphic design, illustration, photography, balance sourcing, client presentations, and press-ready file production.
Senior Graphic Designer, Illustrator at Health Canada
November 1, 2007 - May 1, 2008
Implemented design priorities set out by Creative Services; projects included the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program – Community Program Development Guide, Safe Seasons Calendar, First Nations and Inuit Health Branch Dental Clinic Brochure, Biologics and Gene Therapies guide, and Breastfeeding Friendly logo.
Senior Production Designer at McMillan
January 1, 2007 - November 1, 2007
Designed and produced print materials and advertising; created trade show displays, roll-up banners, posters, brochures, promotional materials, and newspaper/magazine advertising.
Senior Graphic Designer at National Capital Commission
October 1, 2005 - June 1, 2006
Designed national capital commission annual reports, signage and heritage projects; collaborated with program managers, web and industrial designers, writers and editors.
Senior Graphic Designer at Canada Post Corporation
October 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Designed and produced printed materials in compliance with Canada Post brand standards, directed photo shoots, and redesigned packaging to enhance visibility across Canada.

Education

Diploma: Graphic Design at Algonquin College
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993
Diploma: OSSHD at Canterbury High School
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988
Course: Social Media Marketing for Small Business at Community Futures, Prince George, BC
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2026
Course: Aboriginal Culture & Protocol at College of New Caledonia, Burns Lake, BC
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2026
Course: Marketing Strategies at Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2026
Course: Advanced Adobe Photoshop at Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2026

Qualifications

Diploma: Special Education Assistant
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Lakes District Annual Agricultural Society Photography – High Point Award
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Advertising and Design Association of Ottawa – Award of Merit for Illustration
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Auditor General of Canada – Award of Excellence in Annual Reporting by Crown Corporations
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
IDRC – Annual Report Graphic Design
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
IABC Excel Award (Poster Category)
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993

Industry Experience

Government, Healthcare, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment