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Hi, I'm Tavia Gairns, currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design at Fanshawe College while building my skills and experience in branding, digital marketing, and visual storytelling. With a strong foundation from my previous role as a Banking Advisor at RBC and a Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University, I bring a unique blend of creativity and business savvy to my design work. I'm passionate about helping businesses tell their stories through compelling visual content and brand identities. I’m a high-energy, people-oriented professional who loves learning and tackling new challenges, and I’m excited about opportunities to collaborate with teams and contribute to impactful projects.…Hi, I'm Tavia Gairns, currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design at Fanshawe College while building my skills and experience in branding, digital marketing, and visual storytelling. With a strong foundation from my previous role as a Banking Advisor at RBC and a Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University, I bring a unique blend of creativity and business savvy to my design work. I'm passionate about helping businesses tell their stories through compelling visual content and brand identities. I’m a high-energy, people-oriented professional who loves learning and tackling new challenges, and I’m excited about opportunities to collaborate with teams and contribute to impactful projects.

Tavia Gairns

Graphic Designer, Designer, Brand Designer, +2

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Hi, I'm Tavia Gairns, currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design at Fanshawe College while building my skills and experience in branding, digital marketing, and visual storytelling. With a strong foundation from my previous role as a Banking Advisor at RBC and a Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University, I bring a unique blend of creativity and business savvy to my design work. I'm passionate about helping businesses tell their stories through compelling visual content and brand identities. I’m a high-energy, people-oriented professional who loves learning and tackling new challenges, and I’m excited about opportunities to collaborate with teams and contribute to impactful projects.…Hi, I'm Tavia Gairns, currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design at Fanshawe College while building my skills and experience in branding, digital marketing, and visual storytelling. With a strong foundation from my previous role as a Banking Advisor at RBC and a Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University, I bring a unique blend of creativity and business savvy to my design work. I'm passionate about helping businesses tell their stories through compelling visual content and brand identities. I’m a high-energy, people-oriented professional who loves learning and tackling new challenges, and I’m excited about opportunities to collaborate with teams and contribute to impactful projects.

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Hi, I’m Tavia Gairns, currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design at Fanshawe College while building my skills and experience in branding, digital marketing, and visual storytelling. With a strong foundation from my previous role as a Banking Advisor at RBC and a Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University, I bring a unique blend of creativity and business savvy to my design work.

I’m passionate about helping businesses tell their stories through compelling visual content and brand identities. I’m a high-energy, people-oriented professional who loves learning and tackling new challenges, and I’m excited about opportunities to collaborate with teams and contribute to impactful projects.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

French

Advanced

Spanish; Castilian

Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Brainwave Creative

September 1, 2023 - July 2, 2025

Collaborated with clients to conceptualize and execute brand identities, communication assets, and print materials for start-up companies. Conducted market, industry, and competitor research to effectively communicate brand identities through visual storytelling. Managed all aspects of freelance client projects including brand development and promotional content creation.

Banking Advisor at Royal Bank of Canada

May 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Offered tailored financial advice to clients based on their individual needs and circumstances. Managed extensive personal and team calendar management, filing, administrative tasks, and data entry with accuracy and precision. Coordinated internal and external communications including briefings, meetings, and follow-ups via email and telephone. Handled high-value sensitive transactions and managed company equipment related to security and cash-handling.