Rachel Mak is a designer and creative thinker
living and working currently in Toronto, Canada.
Employment
Project Designer
mackwaywong
Jan 2020 – Mar 2020
Assisted and designed graphical elements such as signage and wayfinding for a variety of businesses, including restaurants, hotels, and casinos across Canada.
Designer
Watt International Inc.
Aug 2016 – April 2019
Assisted in the development of creative rollouts including printed advertisements, retail signage, digital menus, etc. for large food retailers such as Price Chopper, McDonald’s Canada, and more.
Has experience in directing photography studio shoots focused on promotional campaigns for clients.
Junior Designer
ASCAP
Sep 2015 – Jul 2016
Aided in designs that included publishing content, magazine ads, program books, digital flyers, web graphics, and additional designs, with an inherent focus in the music industry.
Assisted in producing and delivering designed content for award shows, presentations, and merchandise while helping to rebrand a long-standing organization to a modern feel that resounds with current-day musicians and songwriters.
Education
Parsons School of Design
BFA Communication Design / 2011 – 2015 / New York City
Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Graduated with honours in May 2015
GPA: 3.84 / 4.0
Certifications
Charity & Volunteer Work
Fuhui Education Foundation – 2019
A Realm Redrawn Charity Fanzine – 2018
Canadian Cancer Society Golden Daffodil Charity Balls – Years 2007 – 2011
Mackenzie Health General Hospital – Years 2008 – 2009