About
Hello!
My name is Yoshiya Aoki and I'm an Ontario-based graphic designer skilled in UX/UI and brand identity design. I'm originally from Tokyo, Japan and moved to Canada in 2015 to pursue my creative journey.
Discovering graphic design where my creativity and problem-solving skills meet was life-changing. I've been passionate about it since then and I'm excited to continue learning. I'm currently seeking an entry-level opportunity in the design field.
Outside of design, I enjoy all sorts of things that challenge my brain from playing video games to juggling.
Yoshiya Aoki
Feel free to call me Yoshi :)
Mississauga, Ontario
Experience
UI Design Internship at TheAppLabb (May - August 2023)
Toronto, Ontario
- Collaborated with a senior UI designer to come up with ideas for a responsive high-fidelity UI design and assisted with revising the design with client feedback.
- Helped the design team create a case study and social media templates and implemented feedback from peers on the designs.
Brand Identity Development for Quarex Landscaping (May - June 2023)
Toronto, Ontario
- Designed a visual identity for a Toronto-based landscaping company that represents its unique values and helps them stand out in the market.
- Created a comprehensive brand guide that includes brand voice, logo, colour palette, typography, imagery guide, and mockups for ensuring consistency throughout designs.
Education
Graphic Design
Advanced Diploma/Humber College (2020 - 2023)
Toronto, Ontario
Visual and Digital Arts
Diploma/Humber College (2015 - 2017)
Toronto, Ontario
Skills
Software/Programs
- Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, XD, Acrobat
- Figma and FigJam
- HTML, CSS, Javascript
- CMS, Webflow, WordPress
- Productivity Apps: Milanote, Notion, Miro, Slack, Zoom
- Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams
- Google Suite: Google Docs, Slides
Other Skills
- Fluent in English and Japanese
- Knowledge of web accessibility guidelines (WCAG 2.1)
- Digital photography and photo-editing
- Illustration
- Background in art (colour theory, drawing & painting with various media)
Soft Skills
- High-conscientiousness
- Time management
- Openness to feedback
- Critical-thinking
- Stress management
- Problem-solving
- Communication