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Hello! I'm Joshua Demian,
a bold and intuitive designer with a background in product and graphic design. I love solving problems with creativity and intention, whether I'm prototyping a physical product, building a visual identity, or taking photos. With a hands-on mindset and a strong eye for composition and detail, I’m driven by curiosity and a desire to create work that’s both beautiful and practical.
Education
Bachelor of Product Design
KPU Wilson School of Design
SEPTEMBER 2020 - APRIL 2024
KPU Wilson School of Design
SEPTEMBER 2020 - APRIL 2024
•Studied industrial design with a focus on materials, prototyping, sustainability, and user-centred design.
•Completed industry collaborations with Watson Gloves, Picquic Tools, and the Canadian Coast Guard. I had a practicum at Ashley Furniture.
•Completed industry collaborations with Watson Gloves, Picquic Tools, and the Canadian Coast Guard. I had a practicum at Ashley Furniture.
Graphic + Digital Design Diploma
University of the Fraser Valley
SEPTEMBER 2018 - APRIL 2020
University of the Fraser Valley
SEPTEMBER 2018 - APRIL 2020
•Trained in branding, layout, typography, UX/UI, and digital design across print and screen.
•Served as Director of the Graphic Design Student Association, leading events and exhibitions and nurturing student life.
•Served as Director of the Graphic Design Student Association, leading events and exhibitions and nurturing student life.
work
Freelance Designer/Photographer
DMI.DSN
JULY 2018 - PRESENT
DMI.DSN
JULY 2018 - PRESENT
•Services cover design, photography, and video for both independent companies and individuals.
•Created branding and stickers for a film company, as well as photography and social media posts for an apparel designer, and more.
•Created branding and stickers for a film company, as well as photography and social media posts for an apparel designer, and more.
Digital Press Operator
BP Media Inc.
NOVEMBER 2024 - PRESENT
BP Media Inc.
NOVEMBER 2024 - PRESENT
•Prepared and printed materials for companies including Redfin, UBC, Vancouver General Hospital, and BC Children’s Hospital.
•Operated digital and large-format machines for signage and displays ensuring precise production and finish.
•Operated digital and large-format machines for signage and displays ensuring precise production and finish.
Student Assistant
KPU Wilson School of Design
OCTOBER 2023 - APRIL 2024
KPU Wilson School of Design
OCTOBER 2023 - APRIL 2024
•Supported students with Adobe software, printing, and hands-on prototyping (sewing, laser cutting). Created informational signage for effective studio use.
•TA for a first-year sewing class, contributing to studio operations and workshops. Provided guidance and feedback on class projects.
•TA for a first-year sewing class, contributing to studio operations and workshops. Provided guidance and feedback on class projects.
Graphic Design Intern
Valley Acrylic LTD.
OCTOBER 2023 - APRIL 2024
Valley Acrylic LTD.
OCTOBER 2023 - APRIL 2024
•Created and updated product spec sheets.
•Conceptualized, filmed, and edited marketing photos and videos, including a fully animated video.
•Conceptualized, filmed, and edited marketing photos and videos, including a fully animated video.
HARD SKILLS
•Adobe Suite (7+ years)
Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom, Acrobat, Premiere Pro, After Effects
•Photography, Video, Editing
•3D Printing, Laser Cutting
•Materials and construction
•Prototyping, Testing, User Testing
•Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Keynote, Miro
•Fiery, Print Production (for both Digital and Large Format)
•Solidworks, Blender, AutoCAD
•Sketching, Illustration
•Technologically competent, good understanding of computers, and tech in general
Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom, Acrobat, Premiere Pro, After Effects
•Photography, Video, Editing
•3D Printing, Laser Cutting
•Materials and construction
•Prototyping, Testing, User Testing
•Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Keynote, Miro
•Fiery, Print Production (for both Digital and Large Format)
•Solidworks, Blender, AutoCAD
•Sketching, Illustration
•Technologically competent, good understanding of computers, and tech in general
SOFT SKILLS
•Problem solver, will work to the best of my ability to figure it out
•Detail-oriented, critical eye for design and layout
•Curious, interested in understanding how things work
•Open, eager to learn new skills and experiences
•Team player, excellent at collaboration and communication
•Detail-oriented, critical eye for design and layout
•Curious, interested in understanding how things work
•Open, eager to learn new skills and experiences
•Team player, excellent at collaboration and communication