Megan Kwan
Jr. Designer, Photographer, Student
Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaI am a Vancouver based communication designer and photographer who is passion driven by the open processes of design. I concentrate on building strong conceptual foundations to visually inform and alter behaviours. My interests lie in art direction, publication, and systems design. Constantly learning.
Work Experience
Dish And Duer
Graphic Designer and Photographer
Creation and production of various marketing and brand materials including, brand packaging, promotional materials, presentations, newsletters and production guides. Actively participating in the redesigning of DU/ER’s package branding. Occasional in-house photographer for products shots, social events, as well as contributing to social media content. Other responsibilities include performing pre-press checks and liaison between the various departments.
June 2015
- Present
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
International DesignCamp
Selected design participant for DesignCamp2015
The Design School Kolding International DesignCamp is an annual, recurring event. For two weeks the camp joins Danish and international students, companies, designers, researchers and others with an interest in design in addressing a current challenge that relates to social innovation.
Worked in an international team setting in collaboration with Easyfood (http://easyfood.dk/). Used various research methods and analysis, such as conducting co-creation activities. Developed and designed a socially sustainable business system. Created graphics and communication tools. Prepared multiple presentations and exhibition for large audience.
Worked in an international team setting in collaboration with Easyfood (http://easyfood.dk/). Used various research methods and analysis, such as conducting co-creation activities. Developed and designed a socially sustainable business system. Created graphics and communication tools. Prepared multiple presentations and exhibition for large audience.
September 2015
- October 2015
Kolding, Denmark
Current Design Research Journal
Creative Director
Directed overall visual elements and artistic style. Made final decisions of
creative work and pagination. Organized, designed, and delegated positions and assignments to colleagues. Oversaw digital and print publication, as well as online website aspects. Performed final press and editorial checks on final layouts and articles.
creative work and pagination. Organized, designed, and delegated positions and assignments to colleagues. Oversaw digital and print publication, as well as online website aspects. Performed final press and editorial checks on final layouts and articles.
January 2015
- May 2015
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Health Design Lab
Research Assistant + Systems Designer
Collaborated in a team setting on a multi-level redesign of "Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children" existing report assessment system. Involved in conducting primary and secondary research, including the design and direction of a co-creation session with stakeholders. Designed digital system’s format and user flows for future implementation. Additionally designed Microsoft Word templates for immediate implementation with collective partners. Designed instructional guides for Sunny Hill management and clinicians for new systems.
October 2014
- April 2015
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Freelance
Graphic Designer + Photopher
Worked for various independent businesses and individuals on a range of projects. Including the conceptualization and creation of brand logos and identity, layout and poster design. Hired as a photographer to capture portrait, promotional materials and events; in-studio and on-location.
Some clients:
Design
- Athlete Evolution, logo design (http://mentorship4athletes.com/)
- Felisa Ver, poster design
- Jaqueline Spackman, invitation design
- Clarabel Luk, business card + branding
Photography
- Makeup by Bal, editorial (http://www.makeupbybal.com/)
- Macarons Chez moi, event (http://macaronschezmoi.com/)
- Fraser Health, event
Some clients:
Design
- Athlete Evolution, logo design (http://mentorship4athletes.com/)
- Felisa Ver, poster design
- Jaqueline Spackman, invitation design
- Clarabel Luk, business card + branding
Photography
- Makeup by Bal, editorial (http://www.makeupbybal.com/)
- Macarons Chez moi, event (http://macaronschezmoi.com/)
- Fraser Health, event
2012
- Present
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Education
Emily Carr University
September 2012
- Present
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Languages
English (Native),
Skills
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Indesign,
Adobe Photoshop,
Digital Photogrpahy,
Film Photography,
Print Media,
Publication,
Systems Design,
Typography,