Freshly Certified — Creating Effective Case Studies Using Colour

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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:

Tyler Dias RGD
Tyler is the founder of Pixels&, a creative studio based in Toronto. He has nearly 20 years of experience working in brand, digital, and strategy, with a focus on problem simplification and intent-driven design. He employs visuals to clarify thinking and produce work that clients trust and teams are proud of.
Case Study: Curasion Brand Identity & Website
Curasion is a talent platform connecting organizations with flexible, skill-based extended workforces. We developed both an Identity and Website with a bold, high-contrast colour system to differentiate Curasion from legacy, conservative approaches to talent platforms, using colour as a strategic tool to signal a more modern, forward-thinking model.
 

Aidan Searle RGD
Aidan is a Dartmouth, NS-based graphic designer, multidisciplinary artist, and entrepreneur. He has worked with big companies and small companies. He considers himself very lucky to be able to pick up a pencil every morning and make things for people.
Case Study: Kitako Lake Honey Mustard Packaging Design
Kitako Lake Honey is the top-selling local honey in Saskatchewan. They wanted to start using their honey to make honey mustard. Aidan's company Hood+Searle led the strategy and design to bring the product to market into western Canada and beyond.
 

Cecily Carlyle RGD
Cecily is a Toronto-based designer with over six years of experience working as a freelancer. She primarily focuses on crafting brand identities and websites for beauty and lifestyle brands. As a former flight attendant with a background in fashion design, she is consistently inspired by the worlds of fashion and travel.
Case Study: Dr. Kim Vance ND Rebrand and Web Design
The project being presented is a rebrand and website design for the naturopathic doctor Dr. Kim Vance ND. She focuses on women's hormonal health and works with patients throughout Ontario.

Tyler Dias RGD

Pixels&

With nearly 20 years of experience in the creative industry, I am the Founder and Design Director of Pixels&, a design studio driven by the Power of &—blending creativity and strategy to deliver branding, identity, and digital experiences that align with business objectives. Holding a Bachelor of Design (BDes) from the Ontario College of Art and Design, I’ve built my career working with clients across health care, real estate, legal, entertainment, retail, and technology sectors.

Aidan Searle RGD

Hood & Searle Design Inc.

Aidan Searle is a film artist, graphic/web designer, and illustrator based in Halifax, NS, but he is originally from Saskatoon, SK. He feels strongly about making his art & design accessible to people from all walks of life. Over the years he has carved out a distinct and approachable artistic style that is rooted in outsider art, indie comics, psychedelia, and mid-20th-century illustration. He juxtaposes the style of his artwork with a graphic design practice that is heavily influenced by the modernist designers of the 1960s. He was educated in graphic design and has worked as a product manager, media designer, web designer, and graphic designer.

Cecily Carlyle RGD

CC RUTH

Cecily Carlyle is a multidisciplinary designer with over six years of experience creating distinctive brand identities and digital experiences. Her work spans wealth management, aeronautics software, and beauty brands. Initially drawn to design through fashion, she found her passion in crafting visual identities, web design, and packaging. Cecily specializes in cohesive branding across all touchpoints—from social media to packaging. As Certified RGD, she stays active in the Toronto design community, learning from industry leaders and refining her skills to ensure each project resonates with its audience and aligns with business goals.

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