Hi! I’m Magalita Casnada, a creative professional specializing in fashion design, brand identity, and media management. I've worked with over 10 clients to elevate their brand identities and craft compelling multi-channel narratives that engage and inspire. I am passionate about visual communication and creating content that connects with audiences, whether working solo or as part of a team. I’m currently seeking a position where I can support a dynamic and innovative company's mission with my design and brand management skills. I enjoy developing impactful media content and refreshing social media strategies to increase organic reach and brand loyalty. My goal is to inspire community action through engaging storytelling and visual creativity.

Magalita Casnada

Hi! I’m Magalita Casnada, a creative professional specializing in fashion design, brand identity, and media management. I've worked with over 10 clients to elevate their brand identities and craft compelling multi-channel narratives that engage and inspire. I am passionate about visual communication and creating content that connects with audiences, whether working solo or as part of a team. I’m currently seeking a position where I can support a dynamic and innovative company's mission with my design and brand management skills. I enjoy developing impactful media content and refreshing social media strategies to increase organic reach and brand loyalty. My goal is to inspire community action through engaging storytelling and visual creativity.

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Hi! I’m Magalita Casnada, a creative professional specializing in fashion design, brand identity, and media management. I’ve worked with over 10 clients to elevate their brand identities and craft compelling multi-channel narratives that engage and inspire. I am passionate about visual communication and creating content that connects with audiences, whether working solo or as part of a team.

I’m currently seeking a position where I can support a dynamic and innovative company’s mission with my design and brand management skills. I enjoy developing impactful media content and refreshing social media strategies to increase organic reach and brand loyalty. My goal is to inspire community action through engaging storytelling and visual creativity.

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Language

English
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Infographist / Assist Graphic Designer at Atelier Majuscule (Imprime emploi), Montreal
January 1, 2024 - Present
Prepared files for printing with required layout and assembled proofs. Operated a digital press effectively. Designed graphic elements that met project specifications and objectives. Edited layouts and performed graphic design tasks on brochures and catalogs for printed materials, image processing, and photo retouching. Managed large-format printing. Operated various equipment (Cutter, Stahl, MBO). Finished various printed supports including scoring, spiral binding, Wire-O, and German binding. Carefully packaged finished products for shipping to clients. Carried out binding and assembly of books including punching, stitching, and Japanese binding.
Freelance: Designer / Graphist / Media Strategist / Production Assistant at Kymaani Studio (Various), Montreal
January 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and created design concepts for contemporary brands under creative director. Designed & launched new visual identity for startups and revitalized social media content strategy, improving organic reach by 25%. Conducted market research to inform design decisions. Illustrated garments and produced detailed technical files using Adobe Illustrator & CAD. Consulted with domestic and foreign factories and liaised with internal product development teams. Oversaw suppliers to ensure correct product manufacturing. Maintained professional correspondence and resolved production issues. Created graphic content for organization's publications on web/social media. Drafted press kits and maintained relationships with journalists, influencers, and media. Developed mockups and visual presentation templates. Created newsletters and promotional campaigns to build email lists. Assisted senior graphic designer. Crafted tailored social media strategies and content including posts, graphics, and vi
Coordinator / Video Editor at Paradoxe Theater, Montreal
December 31, 2020 - July 18, 2025
Filmed and edited all the organization's photographic and video content. Organized and designed pre- and post-production projects including script, localization, and research. Performed video editing on Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere, and Davinci. Set up and dismantled equipment and installed audiovisual projection systems. Finalized projects in post-production including color correction, special effects, and video mapping. Assisted in planning, coordinating, and delivering work orders.
Customer Service-Tech support / Banker  Customer Service / Internet Support Technique at RBC Bank Canada, Montreal / IQT Solutions, Bell Canada / Sears Canada / Pagenet
December 31, 2013 - July 18, 2025
Opened customer accounts and provided explanations for credit, mortgage, and investment applications to clients. Informed customers about current and future products. Completed and sent documents, and transferred calls to required departments. Resolved technical issues submitted by customers. Activated and replaced internet routers and modems. Dispatched service calls as technician. Took customer catalog orders by phone. Shipped and ensured delivery of orders to the counter. Provided Retention Level 1 troubleshooting. Explained invoices and applied payments.
Infographist / Assist Graphic Designer at Atelier Majuscule (Imprime emploi)
December 31, 2024 - July 18, 2025
Responsible for preparing files for printing, operating a digital press, designing graphic elements to meet project specifications, editing layouts for brochures and catalogs, managing large-format printing, operating various printing equipment, finishing printed supports with different binding techniques, packaging finished products, and carrying out book binding and assembly.
Freelance: Designer / Graphist / Media Strategist / Production Assistant at Kymaani Studio (Various)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and created design concepts for contemporary brands, designed and launched new visual identities for startups, revitalized social media content strategies lifting organic reach by 25%, conducted market research for design decisions, illustrated garments and produced technical files, maintained supplier correspondence and production oversight, created graphic content for publications and social media, drafted press kits and maintained media relationships, developed mockups and templates, created newsletters and promotional campaigns, assisted senior graphic designer, crafted social media content and monitored social media metrics.
Coordinator / Video Editor at Paradoxe Theater
December 31, 2020 - July 18, 2025
Filmed and edited photographic and video content, organized and designed pre and post-production projects, performed video editing using Final Cut Pro X and Adobe Premiere, set up and dismantled audiovisual equipment, finalized projects with color correction and special effects, and assisted in planning, coordinating, and delivering work orders.
Customer Service-Tech Support / Banker / Customer Service / Internet Support Technique at RBC Bank Canada, Montreal / IQT Solutions, Bell Canada / Sears Canada / Pagenet
December 31, 2013 - July 18, 2025
Opened customer accounts, provided explanations for credit, mortgage, investment applications, informed customers about products, completed and sent documents, transferred calls, resolved technical issues, activated and replaced routers and modems, dispatched service calls, processed catalog orders, ensured delivery to counters, handled troubleshooting, explained invoices, and received payments.

Education

University Studies at University of Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
University Studies at University Of MtL, Montréal
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Workshop at University of MtL, Montreal
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
AEC - Fashion Design at Academy of art & design, Montreal
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
University Studies at HEC, Montréal
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
General assistant training in printing/graphist at Atélier Majuscule (Imprime emploi), Montreal
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
General assistant training in printing/graphist at Atélier Majuscule (Imprime emploi)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
University Studies - Visual Arts at University of Sherbrooke
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Workshop - Journalistic Writing at University of MtL, Montreal
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
University Studies - International Affairs at HEC, Montréal
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
AEC - Fashion Design at Academy of art & design, Montreal
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Qualifications

Google Certificate - Digital Marketing & E-commerce
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Google Certificate - Digital Marketing & E-commerce
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Financial Services, Consumer Goods