hello. my name
is melissa coburn.
this is my work:

 

web + interactive

editorial

print

about me

My story so far.

I have worked in small design studios, large ad agencies and publishing companies of all sizes across Canada. In that time I've had the pleasure of collaborating with many talented teams and individuals, growing my skills constantly. Here's a look at where I've come from...

 

EXPERIENCE

 

2011 – NOW

Freelance Designer/Art Director | Toronto, ON

Work alongside clients to revitalize their brand, tell their story, problem solve and ultimately grow their business on paper and online.

2009 – 2011

Senior Graphic Designer | Rogers Publishing, Toronto, ON

Strategy and lead design for various clients in partnership with Rogers consumer brands such as: Chatelaine, Today’s Parent and Macleans.

2009

Art Director | Fit Parent magazine, Toronto, ON

Development, launch, design, Art Direction, copywriting and pre-production of bi-monthly health and fitness magazine.

2007 – 2009

Art Director | Transcontinental Media, Vancouver, BC + Toronto, ON

• AD, Western Living CONDO; Associate AD, Western Living

• Contributing Associate AD, Home & Country/Canadian Gardening

2006 - 2007

Designer/Assistant Art Director | FUEL Advertising, Toronto, ON

Planning, design and assisting in Art Direction of Living Spree and BELLE magazines, two quarterly custom retail publications for Hbc.

2005 – 2006

Junior Art Director | Arnold Worldwide, Toronto, ON

Concept, pitch and execution of direct marketing print campaigns for various clients, working closely with copywriter.

2004 – 2005

Graphic Designer | Ryan & Deslauriers, Montreal, QC

Design and pre-production in a small design studio environment. Produced bilingual direct marketing materials, billboards, ads, etc.

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EDUCATION

 

2011 – 2012

Sheridan College | Oakville, ON

Post Graduate Certificate – Web Design

2001 – 2004

Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Vancouver, BC

Bachelor of Communication Design (with Honours)

2000 – 2001

York University/Sheridan College, Toronto, ON

Bachelor of Design, Joint Program (first year)

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