I am a creative and detail-oriented Marketing & Design professional with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality visual and written content across social media, digital, print, and motion platforms. I thrive on storytelling, brand consistency, and performance-driven content that resonates with audiences. I enjoy collaborating across teams, engaging online communities, and translating marketing strategies into compelling, on-brand content that drives growth and in-store or online engagement.

Paris Akp

I am a creative and detail-oriented Marketing & Design professional with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality visual and written content across social media, digital, print, and motion platforms. I thrive on storytelling, brand consistency, and performance-driven content that resonates with audiences. I enjoy collaborating across teams, engaging online communities, and translating marketing strategies into compelling, on-brand content that drives growth and in-store or online engagement.

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I am a creative and detail-oriented Marketing & Design professional with 9+ years of experience delivering high-quality visual and written content across social media, digital, print, and motion platforms. I thrive on storytelling, brand consistency, and performance-driven content that resonates with audiences.

I enjoy collaborating across teams, engaging online communities, and translating marketing strategies into compelling, on-brand content that drives growth and in-store or online engagement.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Double P Studio
January 1, 2014 - June 12, 2024
Developed visually compelling branding and print designs for a diverse range of clients to enhance brand recognition and engagement. Created logos, marketing collateral, and digital assets tailored to client needs. Led the rebranding of Trimac with new brand guidelines, brochures, and banners. Designed campaign materials for political clients, including buttons, stickers, and promotional assets. Created print and digital designs for public events and citywide initiatives. Collaborated with designers and project managers to deliver impactful marketing campaigns.
Illustrator at Eshagh Publication
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Illustrated and designed book covers for a three-book series, working closely with writers and publishers to align visuals with storytelling.
Illustrator at Noor and Soroush Magazines
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Developed monthly children’s magazine illustrations, bringing stories to life with vibrant and engaging artwork.
Store Leader at Indigo
January 1, 2023 - June 12, 2024
Managed store operations, ensuring strong visual merchandising and brand consistency. Led a team to drive sales, enhance customer experiences, and execute promotional events.
Customer Experience Leader at Indigo Books & Music Inc
January 1, 2023 - Present
Managed and created Instagram content for Indigo Core and Dalhousie locations, including posts, stories, and reels aligned with national campaigns and local initiatives. Wrote engaging captions, formatted visual content, and supported promotional storytelling to drive in-store and online engagement. Helped coordinate creative assets, performed production quality checks, and prepared pre-press files to support vendor relationships.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2014 - Present
Produced hands-on marketing content such as social media posts and graphics, logo and brand systems, printed collateral, merchandise, and presentation materials in alignment with client goals and brand standards. Supported clients’ digital presence by adapting brand assets for social platforms and content initiatives. Managed timelines, content intake, and revisions while maintaining brand and editorial standards.
Illustrator & Visual Storyteller at Eshagh Publication
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Designed and illustrated book covers and interior layouts for a three-book series, aligning visuals with literary themes. Collaborated with publishers on visual storytelling strategies to enhance reader engagement and sales appeal.
Illustrator at Noor & Soroush Magazines
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Produced editorial illustrations and layouts for monthly publications, maintaining consistency with magazine style guides. Worked closely with editors to create story-driven visuals under strict publication deadlines.

Education

Diploma at Bow Valley College
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
MA at Al Zahra University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
BA at Al Zahra University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2010
Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design Certificate at Google
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Digital Design Diploma at Bow Valley College, Calgary, AB
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Bachelor of Arts (Painting) at Al Zahra University, Iran
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026

Qualifications

Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design – Google
October 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Government