Anahiency Jean

Passionate and creative professional with over 13 years of experience in graphic design and art direction. Recognized for versatility, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. I excel in visual design, team coordination, and creative project management within fast-paced and dynamic environments, including both agency and corporate settings.

My portfolio demonstrates strong conceptual thinking and high level of execution. I have advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, as well as solid understanding of branding, editorial design, print production, and digital media. Curious, self-motivated, and results-oriented, known for attention to detail, high quality standards, and ability to transform ideas into compelling, cohesive, and impactful visual concepts.

With collaborative mindset and positive leadership approach, I thrive in environments where creativity, innovation, and strategy intersect. Always staying current with emerging trends and technologies, including artificial intelligence and digital tools, continuously seeking to develop modern, impactful creative solutions that align with business objectives and drive meaningful results.

Creative Director / Web Specialisation at FOR RETAIL CAMPAGNY (2021-01 – 2021-12)

• Led budget planning and creative strategy for 4 brands
• Ensured brand consistency across all visual and communication channels
• Managed, coordinated, and supervised creative teams
• Collaborated closely with internal cross-functional teams
• Developed creative solutions to enhance user experience (UX)
• Conducted visual and analytical research
• Led creative concept development and graphic design execution
• Adapted and deployed campaigns across multiple platforms (digital & print)
• Delivered executive presentations to senior leadership / President
• Managed and oversaw the graphic design studio

Project Manager / Web and Graphic Designer at REITMANS CANADA LTÉE (2014-01 – 2020-12)

• Graphic concept development
• Adaptation of content across multiple communication platforms
• Web content creation
• Design and execution of in-store displays and visual merchandising
• Supported the Creative Director and Marketing Director
• Delivered executive PowerPoint presentations
• Managed urgent, creative, and complex projects
• Designed and developed email campaign concepts
• Performed QA testing for email campaigns
• Collaborated with web integrators/developers
• Worked closely with social media specialists
• Proposed creative solutions to improve user experience (UX)

Artistic Director at FREELANCER (2013-01 – 2014-12)

• Visual and analytical research
• Web strategy development
• Development of communication and promotional tools
• Project management and follow-up
• Website design
• Consultation and advisory services
• Collaboration with vendors and suppliers
• Proposal and quotation preparation

Senior Graphic Designer at INTÉGRAL COMMUNICATION (2008-01 – 2013-12)

• Brand identity development
• Attended client meetings
• Collaborated with printers and print vendors
• Collaborated with developers/programmers
• Supervised graphic designers / production artists
• Contributed to the development of advertising strategies
• Provided art direction

Summer Teacher for Adults at CALIXA LAVALLÉE (2007-06 – 2008-08)

• Taught graphic design software
• Introduced students to drawing techniques, layout design, and sketching

Graphic Designer at FLEXTHERM inc. (2002-01 – 2007-12)

• Coordination with various vendors and suppliers
• Quality control and assurance
• Concept development and creation of marketing and creative tools
• Contributed to the development of advertising strategies
• Designed in-store displays and merchandising concepts
• Supported the President and Marketing Director
• Created and delivered PowerPoint presentations
• Collaborated with the Sales and Operations Director

Master in E-Commerce Management in E-Commerce Management – HEC MONTRÉAL – BUSINESS SCHOOL (HIGHER COMMERCIAL STUDIES)

Graduate Diploma in E-Commerce Management in E-Commerce Management – HEC MONTRÉAL – BUSINESS SCHOOL (HIGHER COMMERCIAL STUDIES) (2017-01 – 2021-12)

Certificate in Web Environment Fundamentals – WEB SEMINAR (2016-01 – 2017-12)

Certificate in Advertising in Advertising – UNIVERSITY OF MONTREAL (2003-01 – 2006-12)

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design Art – CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY (1996-01 – 1999-12)

Attestation en infographie in Graphic Design – LASALLE COLLEGE (INTER-DEC PROGRAM) (1995-01 – 1996-12)

Certificate in Marketing in Marketing – UNIVERSITY OF QUEBEC AT TROIS-RIVIÈRES (1994-01 – 1995-12)