Joshua Du Plessis

✦ 𝗣𝗨𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗘 | To inspire abstract thinking within the design space, with a focus on reimagining user experience.

✦ 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗬 | At the central core of my design process is a focus on organization & cohesion. I take pride in my capacity to bring a level of structure and consistency to my projects. My comprehensive skillset within a project landscape allows me to develop high-quality designs that surpass expectations & deliver conclusive results.

✦ 𝗧𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗞𝗜𝗧 | My skills include a mastery of the Adobe, Microsoft, and Google suites in addition to an understanding of the HTML, CSS, and JavaScript coding languages. Uniquely, I bring skills in Cinema4D, Meta Spark AR & Final Cut Pro to the table, providing valuable expertise to any team I'm collaborating with.

✦ 𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦𝗘𝗧 | Through a wide range of intrapersonal skills including a commitment to growth & perseverance, I bring a layer of confidence and trust into the design space. My strong leadership skills inspire my fellow designers to consider the needs of users with innovation & creativity in mind. An ability to welcome & divulge constructive criticism bolsters the conceptual process to produce effective & successful design solutions.

✦ 𝗔𝗕𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧 | As the design industry is evolving rapidly to meet the shifting needs of the market & user audience, I am always searching for ways to improve my design skills and stay up-to-date with the latest techniques and products being released. I believe adaptability & a growth mindset are the keys to success from both a personal & business perspective.

Academic Mentor | Program Tutor

Sheridan College

Jan 2023 - Present

・Provided personalized support to first year Interaction Design students on a range of design subjects.
・Attended weekly lectures & engaged with students, helping with questions & preparing for deadlines.
・Provided further support through weekly one-on-one, drop-in & group tutorial sessions via tutorocean.
・Demonstrated leadership, communication & interpersonal skills as a designer within a practical setting.

Barista

Starbucks

Nov 2021 - Oct 2021

・Launched & managed a store Instagram page. Promoted the Starbucks brand & engaged customers.
・Developed industry-standard customer service skills through a comprehensive training course.
・Cultivated a culture of warmth & acceptance through teamwork, communication & initiative skills.
・Aided in the coaching of new partners during training sessions by demonstrating best practices.

Freelance Designer | Content Creator | Influencer

EXE Entertainment

Jan 2018 - Dec 2021

・Founded & created a brand identity through the conception, management, & promotion of EXE Entertainment - a collection of social media accounts with an collective following of over 80 thousand.
・Designed a myriad of logos & promotional material to engage users & bring attention to the brand.
・Produced a formal website, merchandise line & documentary to further the brands influence.
・Saw abounding success within its niche & target demographic, after of which the brand was sold.

Squadron Warrant Officer | Warrant Officer 1st Class

Royal Canadian Air Cadets

Dec 2019 - Dec 2020

・Demonstrated abounding leadership qualities in being tasked with leading a squadron of 70+ cadets.
・Put forth many design-based solutions to update & modernize the squadron for current needs.
・Oversaw the conception & redesign of a new squadron application to replace the existing website.
・Created an interactive bulletin board for cadets & parents to glean info from regarding training & more.

Sheridan College

Honours Baccalaureate of Interaction Design

2021 - 2025

A unique, multidisciplinary program

In response to high employer demand, Sheridan has developed Ontario's first four-year interaction design honours bachelor's degree. Our unique, multidisciplinary interaction design program cultivates a big-picture perspective and diverse set of skills, laying a foundation for interaction design careers and fostering entrepreneurship.

What you'll learn

• Design theory and process.
• Visual communication and visual culture.
• 2D and 3D design.
• Digital media design and production.
• Physical computing and sensors.
• Programming a variety of devices.
• Business practices and entrepreneurship.

Resourceful and creative

Students in the Interaction Design honours bachelor's degree program will gain practical experience in all stages of the creative process, from research and planning through design and execution. The program includes a 14-week job placement between the third and fourth years.

Additional information

Interaction design focuses on how people engage with all forms of digital technology, including mobile devices, collaborative interfaces, and global networks. Interaction designers are creative problem-solvers who find new ways to integrate technology into our lives – by creating new products, developing better applications, and generating more compelling content.

During the fourth year, students will complete a variety of projects (both individual and team-based) to develop a body of work that demonstrates their creativity, communication skills, and technological savvy.

This wide-ranging program is as adaptable as technology itself. Students will develop advanced technological literacy and use it to express their own ideas and creativity.

Program benefits include:

• Interaction design
• Visual communication
• Process/Planning
• Interactive media/computation
• Business, including entrepreneurial practice, professionalism and leadership

Graduates from the interaction design bachelor’s degree program should enjoy excellent employment prospects. Employers increasingly look for independent thinkers and creative leaders who can work across boundaries, rather than plugging into a predefined niche. Interaction design graduates will be equipped to create their own jobs, launch their own businesses, or take the lead in new industries that may not even exist yet — but will in five years.

Honours Bachelor of Interaction Design courses are held at the Trafalgar Road Campus in Oakville, Ontario.