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Zaki Castillo

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Hi, I’m Zaki Castillo, a graphic designer based in Calgary, Alberta. I specialize in branding, visual identity, and print/digital campaigns, translating client goals into cohesive visuals that resonate with audiences.

About

Hi, I’m Zaki Castillo, a graphic designer based in Calgary, Alberta. I specialize in branding, visual identity, and print/digital campaigns, translating client goals into cohesive visuals that resonate with audiences.

I love collaborating with teams and clients to refine concepts, storyboard campaigns, and deliver production-ready assets on time. I’m always exploring new tools and techniques to push creative boundaries while keeping user experience and accessibility at the forefront.

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined December 2024

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Software & Internet

Work experience· 8 roles

Lead Designer · Milk RunJun 2025 – Sep 2025 · 4 mos

Led design and creative direction for Fall collection, developing concepts reflecting the brand’s evolving identity. Delivered production-ready assets approved for print and digital launch. Collaborated with the team and clients to refine visual identity, receiving positive feedback.

Lead Designer · Milk RunJun 2025 – Sep 2025 · 4 mos

Led design and creative direction for Fall collection, developing concepts reflecting the brand’s evolving identity. Delivered production-ready assets approved for print and digital launch. Collaborated with the team and clients to refine visual identity, receiving positive feedback.

Motion Design Intern · DissolveMay 2025 – Sep 2025 · 5 mos

Designed motion graphics for showreels, social media, and video content, boosting engagement by 30%. Designed a front-end prototype of a website using Squarespace to showcase studio projects and explore visual layout and user experience. Assisted senior designers in developing branded campaigns and visual assets.

Motion Design Intern · DissolveMay 2025 – Sep 2025 · 5 mos
Production Assistant & Graphic Designer · Home ChurchAug 2022 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos
Production Assistant & Graphic Designer · Home ChurchAug 2022 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos
Freelance Graphic Designer · Self-EmployedJun 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 6 mos
Graphic Designer (Freelance) · Self-EmployedJun 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 6 mos

Education

Interactive Design, Graphic Design Major · Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)2023 – 2025
Interactive Design, Graphic Design Major · Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)2023 – 2025

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