Alicia Phen

• Aided with graphic design needs i.e. designed film posters, title cards and credits, project treatments, print-based film props
• Designed and printed a 32-page behind-the-scenes lookbook of the studio's short film, Liberté, Égalité, Sagacité (2023) dir. Yú
• Collaborated on the design and animation of motion graphics for commercial and music video projects
• Served as production assistant for in-studio and on-location shoots i.e. lunch orders, pick-ups, client services
• Assisted with general studio needs i.e. renovation plans, film festival applications, catalogues

• Researched and pitched ideas for merchandise in accordance with the zine's established theme - Fables & Folklore.
• Designed a 5x7” sticker sheet and a 7x5” print.
• Made adjustments to designs in response to the project director's feedback.

• Planned and prepared materials for art projects and lessons for children ages 4-12 attending summer camp programs.
• Taught a group of 15 children in painting, crafts, and team activities to improve their art technique, motor skills, and communication skills.
• Worked one-on-one with children with language or learning requirements who needed extra support.

• Planned, developed and produced virtual content ideas that ensured online at-home art projects were accessible to the St. James Town community.
• Independently filmed and edited instructional craft videos for YouTube, suitable for a young audience.

• Worked with the executive team to create branding to represent Beyond Paper on social media that succinctly communicated the organization’s mission for accessible literacy.
• Collaborated with the Head of Media Outreach to create all Beyond Paper collateral (including posters, infographics, and branding graphics).
• Designed materials within tight deadlines to promote the organization’s events and services to McMaster & UofT students.

• A St. James Town Community Project for Beyond Paper x Art City.
• Collaborated with Beyond Paper and Art City to produce a magazine of children's artwork for families to celebrate children's successes during the pandemic.
• Designed layout of a 32-page magazine, including creating graphics and design elements, determining layout, and digitizing children's artwork.
• Acted as a liaison between Beyond Paper and Art City to ensure both parties' needs were met and reflected in the design.
• 100+ copies of the magazine were printed and distributed amongst the St. James Town community and donors of Art City.

• Illustrated a full-colour digital illustration for an international, independent film zine alongside 39 other artists and writers.
• Optimized illustration for both online and print display.