Gia 'Gigi' Anderson, M.Sc., B.A.

My journey into the world of design and communications began early at STL-CHS in Richmond Hill, ON, where I earned academic awards in Graphic Design and Communications Technology. During this time, I discovered my passion for CAD systems, and I enjoyed helping others navigate and learn these tools too. I successfully completed the Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program in Communications Technology graduating with a Red Seal endorsement on my diploma in 2016.

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I initially set out to study Fashion Design at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University), but in 2017, I decided to pivot and moved to Ottawa to pursue a B.A. in Communications at the University of Ottawa. After working in finance for almost 3 years while completing my Master's Degree, I took on a new role in advertising. It wasn’t long before I found myself drawn back to my creative roots. Working in the advertising industry reignited my passion for design and storytelling.

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In 2015, I took my first step into the design world with an internship at Principle Inc., a web design company. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to work on a variety of design projects for academic and non-profit organizations. In 2023, I took on the role of Webmaster with the Mixed Methods Research Association, where I continue to combine my technical skills with my love for creative problem-solving.

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Today, I balance my work as a full-time consultant with freelance design projects, always looking for new ways to bring ideas to life and connect with others through design.