Elevating Brands

Elevating Brands

With Innovative

With Innovative

design Solutions

design Solutions

Designer with a Purpose

Creating visuals that reflect values & connect people

who am i

Hi, I’m Connor — a graphic and digital designer with a strong eye for branding, typography, and visual storytelling. I create clear, cohesive identities through publications, packaging, and web design, bringing ideas to life in a way that feels intentional and human.

BFA

University of the Fraser Valley

20+

Design Projects

4+

Years of Experience

Process

HOW I WORK

REQUEST PROJECT

It all starts with your project request. I take the time to truly listen — to your ideas, your goals, and what matters most to you. I’m not just designing something that looks good — I’m designing something that means something.

01

STRATEGY SESSION

This is where creativity takes the lead. I brainstorm and explore design directions. It’s not just about being artistic, it’s about finding the right visual language to bring your vision to life.

02

DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT

With a clear concept in mind, we move into the design phase — This is where I thoughtfully bring together visuals, intuitive layouts, and creative details to build a design that aligns with your vision.

03

FEEDBACK

Your feedback is a key part of the process. I’ll share the design with you and listen closely to your thoughts. I’m committed to collaboration between us where we work together to ensure work that looks good and accomplishes it's goals

04

LAUNCH

After your approval, it's time to release your project to the world. I handle all the technical details, ensuring a seamless launch. Your project is introduced to the public, where it will inspire and engage.

05

REQUEST PROJECT

It all starts with your project request. I take the time to truly listen — to your ideas, your goals, and what matters most to you. I’m not just designing something that looks good — I’m designing something that means something.

01

STRATEGY SESSION

This is where creativity takes the lead. I brainstorm and explore design directions. It’s not just about being artistic, it’s about finding the right visual language to bring your vision to life.

02

DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT

With a clear concept in mind, we move into the design phase — This is where I thoughtfully bring together visuals, intuitive layouts, and creative details to build a design that aligns with your vision.

03

FEEDBACK

Your feedback is a key part of the process. I’ll share the design with you and listen closely to your thoughts. I’m committed to collaboration between us where we work together to ensure work that looks good and accomplishes it's goals

04

LAUNCH

After your approval, it's time to release your project to the world. I handle all the technical details, ensuring a seamless launch. Your project is introduced to the public, where it will inspire and engage.

05

EXCPERIENCE

MY CAREER JOURNEY

May 2025—Ongoing

Smoking Gun Coffee
Jr Graphic Designer

As my first design job, I was a Junior Designer at Smoking Gun Coffee, I contributed to a variety of brand and marketing projects, from social media content to in-store visuals. This was crucial in gaining hands-on experience in applying design to real-world business needs.

May 2025—Ongoing

Smoking Gun Coffee
Jr Graphic Designer

As my first design job, I was a Junior Designer at Smoking Gun Coffee, I contributed to a variety of brand and marketing projects, from social media content to in-store visuals. This was crucial in gaining hands-on experience in applying design to real-world business needs.

May 2025—Ongoing

Peace & Reconciliation Centre
Graphic Designer

During my time with PARC at the University of the Fraser Valley, I contributed to several projects focusing on accessibility, clarity, and user experience of research. I worked closely with faculty and researchers to adapt information visually

May 2025—Ongoing

Peace & Reconciliation Centre
UI / UX Designer

During my time with PARC at the University of the Fraser Valley, I contributed to several projects focusing on accessibility, clarity, and user experience of research. I worked closely with faculty and researchers to adapt information visually

April 2021—August 2024

Klaassen Farms
Quality Control Superviser

Before stepping into the design world, I worked as a Quality Control Supervisor at Klaassen Farms. While the role wasn’t directly related to design, it played a key part in shaping my approach to teamwork, leadership, and project management. I led daily operations, ensured product quality, and coordinated with various teams—skills that continue to influence how I collaborate and stay organized in creative projects today.

April 2021—August 2024

Klaassen Farms
Quality Control Superviser

Before stepping into the design world, I worked as a Quality Control Supervisor at Klaassen Farms. While the role wasn’t directly related to design, it played a key part in shaping my approach to teamwork, leadership, and project management. I led daily operations, ensured product quality, and coordinated with various teams—skills that continue to influence how I collaborate and stay organized in creative projects today.