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Hi, I’m Stéphanie Chagnon, a seasoned production designer and graphic designer with experience in art direction and file production for print and digital media. I thrive in creative environments and enjoy leading artistic projects, adapting layouts across languages, and ensuring the highest quality output for various campaigns. I am passionate about design, detail-oriented, and love working collaboratively with teams to bring concepts to life.
With over two decades of experience in the industry, I have developed strong skills in software like Adobe Creative Suite and project management. I’m bilingual, resourceful, and always eager to take on new challenges that refine my skills and allow me to contribute creatively and effectively.
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Intermediate
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Language
English
Fluent
French
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Work Experience
Production Designer at Ogilvy Health
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024Files verification for print and programmation, adaptation of French layout to English, and acting as best practices consultant. Worked with principal clients including Pfizer, Otsuka Lundbeck, EMD Sorono, AbbVie, Sanofi, and Boehringer Ingelheim.
Head of Studio at Ogilvy
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021Managed quoting projects and traffic with a team of 6–8. Worked as computer graphist for Ogilvy Health (80%) and art director for Ogilvy (20%). Served principal clients such as Pfizer, Institut du Cancer de Montréal, Yuzu, Nutrition Québec, and Benny.
Graphic Designer & Art Director (freelance) at Tank
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Provided graphic design and art direction services freelance. Worked primarily with clients including AbbVie, BMS, Lundbeck, Pfizer, and Eli Lilly.
Art Director at kbs+
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2015Conceived print, digital, and televisual works initially hired as a Graphic Designer. Major clients included Dairy Farmers of Canada, Merck, Lundbeck, Actelion, Stiefel, Novartis, Abbott, AbbVie, Institut du Cancer de Montréal, Colorectal, Nutrition Québec, and Benny.
Graphic Designer at Compographe
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005Handled conception and production of packaging and ads. Principal client was Johnson & Johnson.
Computer Graphist at André Séguin Design
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2004Involved in production and graphic design, colour retouching of products, client services, press proof approval, and art direction for in-house photoshoots. Key clients included Hasbro Canada and Genfoot.
Computer Graphist at Imprimerie Nap-Art
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1997Handled glued layout for print purposes, conception for placemat, menus, business cards. Managed the department for a month after the first day at work. Worked with SMEs in the sector.
Computer Graphist/Receptionist at Imprimerie Campeau
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1995Laid out business cards, pamphlets, and provided reception coverage in situ and on phone; assisted assembling in the print shop. Principal clients included Bell Canada and SMEs in the sector.
Production Designer at Lemieux Bédard Communications
June 30, 2025 - July 9, 2025Directed artistic projects, prepared and verified files for print production and ensured high-quality design output across various projects in a freelance capacity.
Production Designer at Torrentiel Communications
June 30, 2025 - July 9, 2025Provided art direction, prepared and verified print files, and managed design projects as a freelance production designer.
Production Designer at Pigeon Brands
November 30, 2024 - July 9, 2025Prepared and verified files for print, provided art direction, and designed a variety of creative projects as a freelance production designer.
Production Designer at Ogilvy Health
April 30, 2024 - July 9, 2025Managed production and verification of files for print and digital programming, adapted English layouts to French and other languages, and advised on best practices for printing.
Chef de studio / Infographiste Senior / Direction Artistique at Ogilvy Montréal
January 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025Prepared estimates, assigned tasks to a team of up to 8 people, managed production and verification of print and program files, adapted layouts to multiple languages, and consulted on printing best practices.
Designer graphique / Direction artistique at Tank
November 30, 2016 - July 9, 2025Produced files for print and programming, designed logos, and provided art direction as a freelance graphic designer.
Designer graphique / Direction artistique at kbs+
April 30, 2015 - July 9, 2025Created and directed new ad campaigns across multiple media including print, web, TV, and social media. Produced and proofed files for print.
Infographiste / Computer Graphist at Compographe
January 31, 2005 - July 9, 2025Prepared and verified files for print production.
Infographiste / Computer Graphist at André Séguin Design
December 31, 2004 - July 9, 2025Provided client services, prepared files for print, and managed photoshoot directions.
Infographiste / Computer Graphist at Imprimerie Nap-Art
December 31, 2004 - July 9, 2025Responsible for studio during internship, prepared and verified files for print, and produced printing plates.
Production Designer at Lemieux Bédard Communications
June 30, 2025 - July 9, 2025Provided art direction and production design for various projects including preparation and verification of files for print. Responsible for design and artistic direction of a variety of creative projects.
Production Designer at Torrentiel Communications
June 30, 2025 - July 9, 2025Handled art direction and production design, ensured file production and verification for print, and developed designs for multiple projects.
Production Designer at Pigeon Brands
November 30, 2024 - July 9, 2025Led design and art direction on projects, producing and verifying print-ready files with attention to quality and detail.
Production Designer at Ogilvy Health
April 30, 2024 - July 9, 2025Produced and verified files for print and programming, adapted English layouts to French and other languages, and acted as a printing best practices consultant.
Chef de studio / Infographiste Senior / Direction Artistique at Ogilvy Montréal
January 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025Managed team tasks and estimates for up to 8 people, supervised production and verification of files for print and programming, adapted layouts into French and other languages, and provided expert advice on print preparation and best practices.
Designer graphique / Art Direction at Tank
November 30, 2016 - July 9, 2025Freelance graphic designer responsible for art direction, file production for print and programming, and logo creation.
Art Director / Graphic Designer at kbs+
April 30, 2015 - July 9, 2025Directed new advertising campaigns, worked across print, web, apps, TV, and social media, designed graphics, and prepared and verified files for print.
Infographiste / Computer Graphist at Compographe
January 31, 2005 - July 9, 2025Prepared and verified files for print production.
Infographiste / Computer Graphist at André Séguin Design
December 31, 2004 - July 9, 2025Provided client services, prepared files for print, and directed photoshoots.
Infographiste / Computer Graphist at Imprimerie Nap-Art
December 31, 2004 - July 9, 2025Held responsibility as head of studio during internship, prepared and verified files for print, and produced plates for printing.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Université du Québec à Montréal / UQAM
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1994Diploma of college studies in visual arts at CÉGEP Saint-Laurent
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1991Diploma of college studies in humanities with maths at CÉGEP de Granby
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1989Bachelor of Fine Arts at Université du Québec à Montréal / UQAM
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1994Diploma of college studies at CÉGEP Saint-Laurent
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1991Diploma of college studies at CÉGEP de Granby
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1989Bachelor of Fine Arts at Université du Québec à Montréal / UQAM
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1994Diploma of college studies at CÉGEP Saint-Laurent
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1991Diploma of college studies at CÉGEP de Granby
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1989Qualifications
Industry Experience
Healthcare, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other, Media & Entertainment
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