ABOUT
John is a multidisciplinary designer based in Calgary, Alberta. He brings together design, motion, and a strong sense of musicality to create work that's purposeful, dynamic, and polished. His day-to-day spans brand systems and identity, digital campaigns, art direction, and motion design. His work has been recognized by The ONE Show, Applied Arts, Communication Arts, ADCC, and Campaign Canada's Top 30 Under 30. He's also active in the design community, mentoring, judging, and speaking to support emerging designers.
Currently – Senior Designer at Funday
CONNECT
Senior Designer at Funday
2025 – Present
Occasional Freelance
2018 – Present
Graphic Designer at TBWA\Canada
(formerly DDB Canada via merger)
2021 – 2025
Creative Partner at Studio 5341
(Freelance)2021 – 2024
Graphic Designer at 25th Hour Canada
(On-Call/Freelance)
2019 – 2022
Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC)
Alberta Cancer Foundation
Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD)
Denny’s (USA)
City of Edmonton
DocuSketch
Edible Arrangements
Edmonton Elks
Evolution Fresh
MacEwan University
Ontario Lottery & Gaming (OLG)
Rohit Group
Servus Credit Union
Skyzone
SupplyHouse
STARS Lottery
Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD)
Mentor // 2x Student Awards Judge // Articles
Ad Rodeo
2x Mentor Roundtable
Ad Club of Edmonton (ACE)
2x Speed Mentor
MacEwan University, Department of Design
Various Speaking Engagements and Panels // Design Peer Mentor (Student) // Various Open House Roles (Student)
Design Students Organization (DSO)
Various Speaking Engagements // Social Media Director (Student) // Collaborations and Engagements with Other Organizations
RECOGNITION
The ONE Show (Merit)
Applied Arts (Design, Illustration, Young Blood)
Advertising and Design Club of Canada
Strategy Marketing Awards
Campaign Canada Top 30 Under 30
Communication Arts
RGD Branding Awards
ACE Awards
AdRodeo Anvils
ARTICLES + FEATURES:
RGD Profile & Articles
Campaign Canada 30 Under 30 feature
Applied Arts – Young Blood Winner Interview