Hello, my name is Afton. I am a graphic designer, and one of the fortunate people that actually loves what they do!
When I'm not behind a computer you can find me out walking with dogs, learning about regenerative agriculture, or trying to catch up on whatever show I forgot to watch when it was new.
Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer
Upwork
Upwork
I am currently working as a freelance designer. I have taken on various projects from personal requests to developing pieces for existing companies and creating logos and branding guidelines for new businesses.
Marketing Coordinator and Executive Assistant
Beniva Consulting Group (now part of SoftwareOne)
Beniva Consulting Group (now part of SoftwareOne)
Using the existing Beniva logo I created a company brand guide and a suite of templates for Microsoft PPT, Word, and Excel. I set up and managed the Beniva website and social media posts. As an executive assistant I helped manage meeting schedules as well as LinkedIn job postings and interviews.
Senior Designer
Contracted to TC Energy through Rileys
Contracted to TC Energy through Rileys
My senior designer roll involved large projects, concept development, coordinating with the brand team, liaising with clients, and mentoring new designers. In addition to to this I helped manage the workflow for four designers, and engaged in projects with outside printers on TC Energy’s behalf. I also assisted with cost savings, invoicing, quoting, and ensuring that the KPI requirements were met and exceeded whenever possible.
Client Services Specialist
Data Communications Management
Data Communications Management
I handled multiple accounts, arranging printing and delivery of various materials from forms to large signage. I ensured all projects were completed in the most timely and cost effective manner possible, while capturing and tracking data to provide various regular and ad-hoc reports.
Education
SAIT
Digital Graphic Communications
Digital Graphic Communications
Received a diploma with honours in Digital Graphic Communications. Courses in this program are designed to develop skills in Adobe Creative Suite, electronic file management, print administration, estimating, print service coordination, print management and production.
AUArts
General Studies
General Studies
Completed life drawing, painting, print making, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry metals, animation, and art history courses.