Jesse Arnold
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Strategic design professional with nearly a decade of experience in commercial and hospitality interiors, specializing in brand-driven spatial design. Expertise in seamlessly integrating branding into environments and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative design solutions. Recognized for translating creative concepts into immersive, functional spaces that enhance customer experience and drive business outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner & Principal Designer
Inicio Design - Sole Proprietor
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2023 - Current
- Executed multiple redesigns of Quickie convenience stores, ensuring functional spaces aligned with the brand.
- Created interior design for Farm Boy's Leaside location to reflect the brand's evolving identity.
- Produced innovative and brand-centric exterior designs for Greystone Design.
- Delivered unique and tailored designs aligned with client branding.
Senior Designer & Studio Leader
Greystone Design Inc.
Kitchener, Ontario
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed and mentored a multidisciplinary team of 6 or more designers, architects, and planners.
- Lead the design strategy for both commercial interior and exterior projects for a variety of retailers and developers.
- Assessed site adherence and compiled detailed deficiency documentation.
- Managed end-to-end design phases, ensuring coherent transition from ideation to CAD outputs.
Store Designer / Design Lead
Farm Boy Company Inc.
Ottawa, Ontario
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Led the interior design direction for 20+ new Farm Boy locations and renovation projects, maintaining a strong brand identity.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to the desired design while remaining within budget and timelines.
- Project managed small to medium-sized renovation projects.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams including merchandising and graphics to harmonize store design with customer experience.
- Conducted site visits to ensure project quality, and resolve design challenges.
- Researched and explored use of materials, technologies and products to incorporate into designs.
- Identified potential problem areas within stores, such as lack of space or poor lighting, and developed solutions to address them.
Interior Designer
GH+A Design Studios (Now Benoy)
Montreal, Quebec
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Integrated Enscape rendering technology into the firm’s workflow, and trained staff on the program to help improve rendering efficiency and timelines.
- Executed unique commercial design solutions catered to diverse North American markets. (American Dream Mall, Cadillac Fairview Pointe-Claire)
- Created branded graphics and wayfinding systems to enhance the customer experience.
- Created professional presentations to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
Interior Designer (Contract)
Dimarco Ferrao Design Inc.
Montreal, Quebec
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Created large-scale restaurant and food kiosk designs with distinctive visual branding.
- Developed 2D and 3D presentations, design strategy packages, and sample boards.
- Coordinated adjustments to align with branding guidelines.
- Created custom design boards with attention to detail for visual representation, including samples of fabrics, wall finishes and flooring.
Education
Diploma of College Studies (DEC) - Interior Design
Dawson College
Montreal, QC06-2016
Skills
- Interior design
- Brand development
- 3D modeling
- Project management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Design strategy
- Space planning
- Presentation skills
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Creative problem solving
Technical Skills
- Sketchup
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Photoshop & Indesign
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Office
- Enscape Renderer
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Websites
Certification
- Brand Management: Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour - University of London (2024)
Timeline
Owner & Principal Designer
Inicio Design - Sole Proprietor
09.2023 - Current
Senior Designer & Studio Leader
Greystone Design Inc.
01.2023 - 09.2023
Store Designer / Design Lead
Farm Boy Company Inc.
03.2020 - 12.2022
Interior Designer
GH+A Design Studios (Now Benoy)
08.2018 - 01.2020
Interior Designer (Contract)
Dimarco Ferrao Design Inc.
07.2016 - 08.2018
Diploma of College Studies (DEC) - Interior Design
Dawson College
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