Cedric Robitaille
Summary
Dynamic Graphic Designer with extensive experience in creating compelling visual narratives for diverse clients. Specializing in Branding, UX/UI, Print, and Motion Graphics, consistently delivers innovative design solutions that elevate brand presence. Proven ability to enhance e-commerce platforms and develop engaging promotional content, utilizing expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and UI/UX design principles. Committed to fostering client relationships through tailored design strategies that drive business growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Graphic Designer
Kodansha, Youtube, Shopify
06.2018 - Current
- Creative and detail-oriented Graphic Artist with a strong track record of collaborating with businesses and individuals to transform ideas into compelling visuals that enhance brand value
- Specialized in technology and merchandise, delivering high-impact designs with precision.
- Creating ‘HOLY SH*T’ Design Solutions for my Brave and Daring clients who want to be known and remembered by the people who matter the most to them
- Crafted logos, e-commerce platforms, web applications, and iconography for renowned brands.
- Created merchandise collection for HipyoTech, a YouTuber with 1.5 million followers.
- Designed keycaps, keyboards, packaging, deskmats, social media marketing campaigns, and an e-commerce website for Kinetic Labs, a leading mechanical keyboard brand, contributing to $900,000 in sales
- Formulate ideas using moodboards, word mapping, and sketches.
- Elevated product and service quality through specialized design expertise.
- Collaborated effectively with clients to design captivating visual representations.
Graphic Designer
Giatec Scientific Inc.
Ottawa, Canada
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Innovative and results-driven Graphic Designer with a proven ability to translate complex concepts into compelling visual narratives that drive engagement and adoption
- Expertise in branding, digital media and experiential design within construction technology.
- Produced a multi-award-winning tradeshow booth worth $300,000 for the largest construction expo, integrating interactive walls and TV displays.
- Led development of a pioneering Virtual Tradeshow, drawing over 12,000 attendees in the third consecutive year.
- Collaborated with global brand like Heidelberg Materials (Germany) to design and execute sponsored content and events, contributing to planning, branding, and marketing
- Designed 30–50 trade show booths annually, tailoring booth layouts and designs to strategic sales objectives and product positioning
- Ensuring a focus on being instantly recognizable and memorable
- Created high-impact social media campaigns, websites, email graphics, product packaging, presentation templates, and marketing materials, strengthening Giatec’s global presence in the construction industry
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, collaborating across marketing, web, sales, and product teams to ensure seamless execution of creative deliverables
- Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments, balancing creativity with efficiency to deliver polished designs on tight timelines
- Innovative and results-driven Graphic Designer with a proven ability to translate complex concepts into compelling visual narratives that drive engagement and adoption
- Specializing in the construction technology sector, with expertise in branding, digital media, and experiential design
Graphic Designer
Autocorp
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Enhanced Autocorp’s digital presence through innovative web and application design, driving user engagement and brand visibility
- Designed and developed website pages, desktop application widgets, and social media campaigns for Autocorp, enhancing user engagement and experience
- Collaborated with Autocorp to streamline their online presence, optimizing website functionality and visual appeal
- Implemented strategic design solutions for Autocorp, contributing to increased user interaction and brand visibility across digital platforms
- Enhanced Autocorp’s digital presence through innovative web and application design, driving user engagement and brand visibility
Graphic Design Intern
Nusku
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Developed effective logos and branding assets for 30 businesses, achieving a 250% boost in brand recognition.
- Developed 50+ page documents into annual reports and printed media for provincial and federal government.
- Enhanced user engagement through creation of a dynamic website and brand identity, boosting monthly leads by 30% within three months.
- Created wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
Founder & Letterpress Operator
Duck Duck Goose
04.2021 - 03.2025
- Operated bespoke letterpress printshop, merging traditional craftsmanship with modern design to create high-end luxury stationery.
- Executed design and print projects for premium paper goods like wedding invites, corporate cards, menus, promotional items, and envelopes.
- Led the end-to-end creative process, from initial concept and high-fidelity designs to selecting premium materials, inks, and printing techniques
- Hand-operated 150+ year-old letterpress machines, ensuring precision, quality, and impeccable impressions on every piece
- Executed professional photography and videography projects, ensuring exceptional visual content.
- Operated a bespoke letterpress printshop, blending traditional craftsmanship with innovative design to produce luxury stationery
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Graphic Design
Algonquin College of Applied Arts And Technology
01.2021
Skills
- Brand Identity Development
- UI/UX Design
- Motion Graphics
- Web Development
- Social Media Design
- Layout Design
- Illustration
- Typography
- Photography
- Prototyping
- Packaging Design
- Print & Production
- Motivated
- Time Management
- Communication
- Detail Oriented
- Project Management
- Fast Learner
- Branding
- Web design
- Print design
- User experience
- Digital marketing
- Project management
- Attention to detail
- HTML and CSS
- Visual design
- Creative problem solving
Professional Highlights
- Designed exclusive merchandise for Kodansha’s Attack on Titan IP, driving $800,000 in sales through innovative packaging and product design, including desk mats and keyboards.
- Led the design of an award-winning trade show booth at World of Concrete 2024, earning the Best Booth Award out of 1,300 exhibitors with custom-built walls, interactive product displays, and innovative structural elements.
- Created high-impact marketing designs that contributed to $4.5 million in Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs), enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
Professional Competencies
- Brand Identity Development
- UI/UX Design
- Motion Graphics
- Web Development
- Social Media Design
- Layout Design
- Illustration
- Typography
- Photography
- Prototyping
- Packaging Design
- Print & Production
- Motivated
- Time Management
- Communication
- Detail Oriented
- Project Management
- Fast Learner
Languages
- English, 100%
- French, Professional Level
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Graphic Designer
Giatec Scientific Inc.
07.2023 - 01.2025
Graphic Designer
Autocorp
04.2021 - 06.2023
Founder & Letterpress Operator
Duck Duck Goose
04.2021 - 03.2025
Graphic Design Intern
Nusku
12.2020 - 01.2022
Freelance Graphic Designer
Kodansha, Youtube, Shopify
06.2018 - Current
Bachelor's Degree - Graphic Design
Algonquin College of Applied Arts And Technology
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