ABOUT ME

WHO AM I?

Hi, I am Ryan. A multidisciplinary designer with more than twenty years of experience in branding, visual communication, and practical design systems. I bring strategy, clarity, and hands-on craft together to create work that feels intentional and grounded.

My professional work has evolved through two studios - FireWing Media and Rise LaserWorks, which have shaped my approach to brand identity, communication design, and practical creative systems. Together they form the core of my practice, keeping my skills sharp and my workflow organized while also giving me the flexibility to step into a full time role and contribute fully to a team.

Design for me is about helping people communicate their ideas with confidence. Thoughtful visual design, strategic clarity, and practical systems guide the way I approach every project. The goal is always to create work that feels grounded, human, and genuinely useful.

Design Philosophy

I believe strong design brings clarity. My approach focuses on building intentional brand systems, clear communication tools, and visual structures that reduce friction and help people understand information more meaningfully.

Availability

Currently, I am open to full time remote roles and select contract opportunities in brand design, visual communication, and creative operations.

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EDUCATION

2000 - 2002

NBCC

Animation & Graphics Technology

• Honours
• Certificate in 'Advanced Studio Readiness'

2000

St. Malachy's Memorial High School

Diploma

• High Honours

EXPERIENCE

2010-Present

FireWing Media

Owner & Creative Lead

Developed brand identity systems, communication materials, and production-ready assets for civic, healthcare, nonprofit, and commercial clients.

Collaborated directly with leadership teams to ensure clarity, consistency, and strategic alignment.

2014-Present

Rise LaserWorks

Owner & Creative Lead

Designed and produced custom laser-cut products and signage, integrating digital design with physical fabrication.

Managed branding, marketing content, product development, and client communication.

2018-2024

Fundy Float Corp.

Owner / Founder

Built the full brand identity, marketing system, and customer experience for a unique wellness business.

Managed operations, client onboarding, advertising, photography, and content creation.

Developed promotional materials and in-studio signage that supported steady growth and strong brand recognition.

2013-2015

Saint John Hyundai

Marketing Manager

Managed dealership marketing, producing print, digital, and social content that supported sales and promotional initiatives.

2009-2013

Signs Plus Ltd.

Graphic Designer

Designed logos, signage, and vehicle graphics in a fast-paced production environment with a strong emphasis on accuracy and technical output.

WHAT I DO

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Brand Strategy & Visual Identity Development

Crafting clear, intentional brand foundations to support long-term recognition and growth.

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Visual Design & Layout

Designing clean, effective visuals that communicate information with clarity and purpose.

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Design Systems & Documentation

Building structured guidelines, templates, and workflows that keep brands & teams aligned.

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Creative Problem Solving

Translating complex ideas into straightforward, practical design solutions.

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Cross-Functional Collaboration

Working closely with teams and stakeholders to turn shared goals into cohesive design outcomes.

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Production-Ready Asset Creation

Delivering organized, accurate, and dependable files across digital and print environments.

Case Studies

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CONTACT ADDRESS

7 Alderbrook Drive, Quispamsis, NB

hello@ryanlavigne.ca

(506) 644-8093