Freshly Certified — Creating Effective Case Studies (Indigenous Heritage Projects)

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Do you find the process of presenting your portfolio nerve-wracking? Wouldn't it be great to not only see examples of engaging projects, but also how they're put together for prospective clients or employers?

Join our diverse panelists of recently Certified RGDs as they break down their case study processes and answer questions about their experiences. This Webinar is perfect for the designer looking to see and learn how others present their work succinctly and effectively in the virtual world. Also, if you are thinking about getting Certified and want to see examples of how to do the presentation portion and create your case studies, this is the Webinar for you.

Presenters:

Lianne Cawley RGD — Case Study: Lead with Love - NiGiNan Housing Ventures
 In ther case study, Lianne shares the story behind Lead with Love, an apparel campaign created for NiGiNan Housing Ventures, an Indigenous-led organization supporting individuals with complex medical and social needs in Edmonton. She’ll explore how research, storytelling and illustration shaped a values-driven design that raised funds and awareness for the organization and how the project became part of her journey to earning her RGD certification.

Madison Johns RGD — Case Study: Indspire - 2024 National Gathering for Indigenous Education
The National Gathering for Indigenous Education is Indspire’s annual conference bringing together hundreds of educators and partners to share knowledge, voices and ideas to improve educational outcomes for K–12 Indigenous students. For the November 2024 gathering in Winnipeg, Madison developed the event’s visual identity and branding, creating a cohesive look and feel that reflected the significance of the gathering and Indigenous education.

Karen Gao RGD — Case Study: Tŝilhqot’in National Government Brand Refresh – Building a Brand That Unites a Nation
The Tŝilhqot’in National Government (TNG) sought to evolve its brand into a stronger reflection of its identity, values, and vision for the future. Through close collaboration with TNG leadership, communications staff, cultural advisors, and community members, we developed a refreshed identity rooted in Tŝilhqot’in history, culture, and traditions. The process demonstrates how community-driven design can create a brand that strengthens recognition, fosters pride and provides a unified foundation for communicating a Nation’s voice and vision.

Lianne Cawley RGD

Chapter 35 by Lianne Charlene

Lianne is a nationally recognized RGD Certified graphic designer and the founder and creative director of Chapter 35 (formerly Lianne Charlene Creative), a branding and graphic design studio based in Edmonton, Alberta. With a focus on branding, packaging, illustration, and web, the studio is dedicated to creating meaningful design for evolving businesses and women-owned or led businesses. Lianne is also a wife and mother of two. Through motherhood, health shifts, and entrepreneurship, she learned that life and business aren't about perfection. They're about self-worth and embracing life's imperfect moments. She now believes our stories shape who we are. Sharing our experiences, our struggles, our imperfections, lets us step into our power and inspire others to do the same. Today, Lianne continues to help business owners tell their stories and align their brand with their business. She believes that impactful design isn't just seen. It's felt. It tells a story that stirs something bold, familiar, or beautifully unexpected. This philosophy guides her work. Through intentional strategy, thoughtful design, and genuine collaboration, Lianne and her team craft identities that are not only beautiful but deeply meaningful.

Madison Johns RGD

Indspire

Indigenous Graphic Designer based in Treaty 13 Territory (Toronto). Mohawk Nation, Turtle Clan from Six Nations of the Grand River. Currently the Manager, Marketing & Digital Strategy at Indspire. Also an artist, beader, moccasin maker, and cat mom.

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Karen Gao RGD

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