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.…

Zaki Castillo

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.…

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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.

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.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Designer at Milk Run
June 1, 2025 - September 25, 2025
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 at Dissolve
May 1, 2025 - September 25, 2025
Designed motion graphics for showreels, social media, and video content, boosting engagement by 30%. Created 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.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Self-Employed
June 1, 2022 - Present
Delivered branding and design solutions for 20+ clients, including logos, posters, menus, merchandise, and digital content. Created Spotify playlist covers for Made By Marcus, blending music genres with seasonal ice cream flavours; currently updating the campaign with new designs. Managed client communication, project timelines, and revisions to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Production Assistant & Graphic Designer at Home Church
August 1, 2022 - September 25, 2025
Directed media production for large-scale conferences and events (100+ attendees). Designed branded visuals for promotional and on-site materials, including countdown videos, posters, and social media assets. Filmed and photographed events for marketing materials used across multiple platforms.
Lead Designer at Milk Run
June 1, 2025 - September 25, 2025
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 at Dissolve
May 1, 2025 - September 25, 2025
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.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
June 1, 2022 - Present
Delivered branding and design solutions for 20+ clients, including logos, posters, menus, merchandise, and digital content. Created Spotify playlist covers for Made By Marcus, blending music genres with seasonal ice cream flavours; currently updating the campaign with new designs. Managed client communication, project timelines, and revisions to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Production Assistant & Graphic Designer at Home Church
August 1, 2022 - September 25, 2025
Directed media production for large-scale conferences and events (100+ attendees). Designed branded visuals for promotional and on-site materials, including countdown videos, posters, and social media assets. Filmed and photographed events for marketing materials used across multiple platforms.

Education

Interactive Design, Graphic Design Major at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
September 1, 2023 - September 25, 2025
Interactive Design, Graphic Design Major at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
September 1, 2023 - September 25, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet

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