irena
faiz
Innovative
Passionate
Imaginative
hello!
I am a graphic designer who has been freelancing for six years, and a recent graduate from OCAD univeristy with a bachelors in graphic design as well as minor in entrepreneurship and social innovation. I volunteer my time for the non-profit organization, AYEDI (Afghan youth engagement development initiative), as member of the executive board and main graphic designer. As a designer I have a deep passion for creating sleek and aesthetically pleasing designs.
Before starting a project I like to invent fantasy scenarios, developing a story on how each piece will live in the world I create. My inspirations for design comes from my love of science fiction movies and deep fondness for ancient history. I love to incorporate my heritage with modern design and continue to use Canadian, Central Asian, and Islamic art in my work. I want to show the world what it means to be an Afghan designer and how an individual from the diaspora can harmoniously meld together these cultures through my work.
achievements
my experience
visual designer
Collaborated on a three month contract with eShipper working as a visual designer and illustrator. During the contract I was tasked on developing a rebrand for the companies online platform, introducing a mascot and personalized sketches for the blog. I designed an onboarding package, I.T. posters, worked on campaign designs, and managed their graphics for social media. Working alongside the visual and marketing team.
graphic Designer
Joined the ACIC team on a 2 month contract, to design an app and redesign their website. I worked alongside the I.T. department to develop a brand book for their website and designed Ux/Ui templates for their website and app. I also designed digital posters for their live online religious lectures, as well as advertisement posters for their classes and events,
volunteer
I volunteer my time as a graphic designer and official executive board member of AYEDI. I rebranded the non-profit, developing an identity and brand book for the organization. I designed multiple logos for the different programs launched by AYEDI as well as motion graphics for each logo. I focus on designed social media content, political campaigns, parliament letters as we as apparel.
