Megan Kwan

Jr. Designer, Photographer, Student

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
I 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.
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.
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
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,