I'm an industrial designer and builder based in North Vancouver, BC. I specialize in creating and managing unique, hand-crafted awards, trophies, and plaques from start to finish. My experience spans from retail environment design to product design and operational management. I enjoy collaborating with teams and suppliers to deliver brand-aligned designs and innovative concepts, combining my skills in CAD, graphic design, and manufacturing processes to bring ideas to life in both in-house and client projects.…

GIAN FERNANDES

I'm an industrial designer and builder based in North Vancouver, BC. I specialize in creating and managing unique, hand-crafted awards, trophies, and plaques from start to finish. My experience spans from retail environment design to product design and operational management. I enjoy collaborating with teams and suppliers to deliver brand-aligned designs and innovative concepts, combining my skills in CAD, graphic design, and manufacturing processes to bring ideas to life in both in-house and client projects.…

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I’m an industrial designer and builder based in North Vancouver, BC. I specialize in creating and managing unique, hand-crafted awards, trophies, and plaques from start to finish. My experience spans from retail environment design to product design and operational management.

I enjoy collaborating with teams and suppliers to deliver brand-aligned designs and innovative concepts, combining my skills in CAD, graphic design, and manufacturing processes to bring ideas to life in both in-house and client projects.

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Experience Level

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
German
Intermediate
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Retail Environment Designer at ARC’TERYX
August 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Developed and implemented brand design concepts and layouts within retail stores. Ensured store designs aligned with brand identity. Collaborated with merchandising, store design, and operations teams to create cohesive retail environments that reflect brand values.
Designer at FOX | RACEFACE | EASTON
May 1, 2021 - July 31, 2023
Carried out graphic and product design initiatives including overall aesthetics, on-product graphics, and providing input on form factors. Supported the development of branding guides for product families and categories.
Designer at ANDREW WATSON DESIGN
December 1, 2019 - April 30, 2021
Designed concept development and managed projects. Prepared production files and operated digital fabrication equipment including CAD for CNC Router, digital printing, and laser engraving. Carried out daily production tasks efficiently.
Designer at UNION WOOD CO.
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Developed new products and lines for in-house and external production. Created CAD drawings, renders, drafts, and shop drawings for custom manufacturing processes. Performed graphic design and photo editing related to product development.
Designer at UNION WOOD CO.
March 1, 2017 - March 31, 2018
Created shop drawings, spec sheets, and CAD drawings of existing projects. Worked closely with lead woodworkers to develop and improve product designs.
Junior Designer at PEREGRINE
June 1, 2015 - July 31, 2017
Created shop drawings, spec sheets, and CAD drawings of existing projects. Collaborated with lead woodworkers to assist in product development and process improvements.
Retail Environment Designer at ARC’TERYX
July 31, 2024 - July 27, 2025
Developed and implemented brand design concepts and layouts within retail stores. Ensured store designs aligned with brand identity. Collaborated with merchandising, store design, and operations teams.
Designer at FOX | RACEFACE | EASTON
July 31, 2023 - July 27, 2025
Carried out graphic and product design initiatives including overall aesthetics, on product graphics, and input on form factor. Supported the development of branding guides for product families and categories.
Designer at ANDREW WATSON DESIGN
April 30, 2021 - July 27, 2025
Designed concept development and project management. Prepared production files and operated CAD for CNC Router, digital printing, laser engraving. Managed daily production tasks.
Designer at WATSON DESIGN
October 1, 2024 - Present
Handled operational management and project management tasks. Developed design concepts and production manufacturing processes. Managed material purchasing and supplier chain relations.
Designer at UNION WOOD CO.
December 31, 2019 - July 27, 2025
Developed new products and lines for in and out of house production. Created CAD drawings, renders, drafts, shop drawings for custom manufacturing processes. Handled graphic design and photo editing.
Designer at UNION WOOD CO.
March 31, 2018 - July 27, 2025
Created shop drawings, spec sheets and CAD drawings of existing projects. Worked closely with lead woodworkers to develop products.
Junior Designer at PEREGRINE
July 31, 2017 - July 27, 2025
Created shop drawings, spec sheets and CAD drawings of existing projects. Worked closely with lead woodworkers to develop products.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at Emily Carr University of Art + Design
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Bachelor's Degree at Emily Carr University of Art + Design
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019

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Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing

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