Abby Thorson

A bit about me — I am a Toronto native who moved to Vancity last January, and I never want to go back. I studied Graphic Design in Toronto and got my first design job in Vancouver at Kit and Ace as their Junior Graphic Designer. Working on a variety of collateral and digital assets, I learned a lot of technical skills, and how I like to work as a designer. Having worked with individuals and teams as a Freelance Designer, my favourite aspect of projects has been utilizing my background in marketing to strategize and design with the intention of creating designs that resonate with consumers. 

When I’m not in front of the computer, I love to stay busy, going on adventures big or small, spending time with my friends and family, and petting every dog I can get my hands on. I am always on the lookout for the best coffee, the newest farmer’s market, and seasonal goods to keep me sane. 

My experience and skills earned throughout my education and work experience are as follows:

Jr. Graphic Designer in-house at Kit and Ace

• Freelance Graphic Designer and email marketer 
• Diploma in Graphic Design & Interactive Media 
• Bachelor of Commerce with a Major in Marketing
• Proficiency in Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, and web design
• Adept in visual strategy, layout development and user experience
• Production assistance experience 
• Digital Marketing Intern

I attended Dalhousie University, completing a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Marketing. Discovering I was interested in the creative nature and development of marketing campaigns, I attended the Toronto Film School and received a Diploma in Graphic Design and Interactive Media. I approach design with the intention of a marketer – and the hunger of a designer to create engaging work.