Experience
Product Designer
Jan 2022 — Current
Speer Tech
At Speer Tech, I led the design of scalable design systems and UI frameworks that ensured consistency across the product ecosystem. My focus was on accessibility, usability, and clean, component-based interface patterns. I worked cross-functionally with engineering and product leads to improve flows by anchoring design decisions in user needs. Additionally, I supported branding and marketing efforts by aligning product visuals with broader business goals.
Wordpress Designer
Jan 2022 — Current
tcgpr
At tcgpr, I managed and maintained WordPress-based digital platforms, focusing on scalable design systems and strong site performance. My responsibilities included server management, uptime monitoring, and content updates, as well as implementing SEO best practices. I also helped guide content strategy and social marketing to support outreach and brand visibility.
Commercial Photographer
March 2015 — 2020
Self Employed
As a self-employed photographer, I specialized in real estate and commercial portrait photography. My work was featured in outlets like the Toronto Star and Homes Magazine. Managing my own business taught me client communication, project management, and how to deliver on high-quality visual standards consistently under deadline.
Wordpress Designer
May 2020 - Feb 2021
Sheridan College
At Sheridan, I maintained and optimized WordPress environments, with a focus on SEO, speed performance, and visual clarity. I designed agent profile pages and implemented site architecture that balanced visual polish with scalability.
Camera
May 2015 - Feb 2020
IATSE667 + Freelance
I worked in the camera department both as a freelancer and as a member of IATSE 667, contributing to several television productions for CTV and CBC. My credits include shows such as Flashpoint, Being Erica, and Da Kink in My Hair, where I gained hands-on experience with on-set camera operations, lighting setups, and production workflows in fast-paced environments.
Hospitality
May 2010 - Feb 2015
Bar Manager
Before transitioning into product design, I spent several years managing bar programs across Toronto and Kelowna. I was the Bar Manager at La Perla in Toronto and Basil & Mint in Kelowna, as well as at multiple other high-volume venues in Toronto. My responsibilities included overseeing day-to-day operations, leading bar teams, curating cocktail menus, managing inventory, and running successful promotions. This experience sharpened my leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills — all of which I bring into collaborative design work today.
School
Sheridan College
Sept 2019 — 2021
IxD
At Sheridan, I studied Interaction Design with a focus on user experience, interface design, and digital systems thinking. The program emphasized research-driven design, accessibility, and prototyping for both mobile and web platforms. My time there shaped how I approach product challenges — from system scalability to visual clarity — with a practical mindset rooted in real-world problem solving.
NSCAD University
Jan 2022 — Current
BFA Film
At NSCAD, I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film, specializing in cinematography. The program taught me how to shape visual narratives, direct collaborative projects, and use framing, lighting, and editing to evoke emotion and clarity — skills that continue to influence my design work today.
My feature student film, Prism, was selected to screen across Canada and the U.S., gaining recognition for its storytelling and visual composition.
Skills
I work fluently across design and development environments. My core tools include Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Blender — depending on the need, from UI design to asset creation and light 3D work.
On the coding side, I have hands-on experience with HTML, CSS, and vanilla JavaScript, which allows me to prototype quickly and collaborate effectively with engineering team