Freshly Certified — Design for Social Good

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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:

Jacob Sharrard RGD
Jacob is co-founder of Significant Other, a Toronto-based creative studio. He’s spent over 20 years shaping brand strategy, identity and digital experiences for clients like The Bentway, University of Toronto and Azure Magazine. 

Project: UN Research Roadmap for the COVID-19 Recovery
An inclusive, accessible digital and print publication for the United Nation's Research Roadmap for COVID-19 Recovery, designed to help decision-makers across the globe invest in a more equitable, sustainable post-pandemic future.

Karen Gao RGD
Karen leverages her strong hands-on skills, keen attention to detail and organizational expertise to deliver optimal results for clients. Guided by relevance, integrity, and substance, Karen prioritizes the opportunity to amplify diverse perspectives and voices through her work as a communications designer.

Project: Nation Building Our Way for Tŝilhqot’in National Government (TNG)
“Nation Building Our Way” explores the history and resurgence of the Tŝilhqot’in Nation, highlighting its ancestors, the ʔesggidam, who maintained strong governance and laws before colonization. The book examines the impacts of settler arrival and the Nation’s ongoing efforts to reclaim jurisdiction over their lands, affirmed by the Supreme Court of Canada. It underscores the revitalization of traditional governance, citizen empowerment through education and training and the creation of economic opportunities as key to self-determination and nation building.

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Karen Gao RGD

Jacob Sharrard RGD

Significant Other

Jacob has over twenty years of experience crafting brand strategy, visual identities, publications, event visuals, and websites for a diverse range of clients including the United Nations, University of Toronto, The Bentway, Azure Magazine, Sustainable Forestry Initiative, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Royal LePage, and Forests Ontario. He has a passion for helping brands understand their value, identify what sets them apart, and express it through unforgettable visuals and experiences. When he's not in front of a screen you'll probably find him riding the TTC, exploring Toronto's parks, or making crafts with his two children.