some of my work
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nirvana the band the showIdentity, Web, Print & Colouring
nirvanathebandtheshow is a Toronto based comedy that has reached global cult status on the web. I got involved early, from logo design, to building their webpage, t-shirt prints and even twitter backgrounds. The idea for the webpage was inspired by The Horizontal Way. I wanted the page to flow chronologically from each episode as the story unfolded.
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VisionQuest Living ElectronicsIdentity & Print
VisionQuest is a consumer electronics retailer specializing in home entertainment products. The company was newly formed and needed a brand identity and advertising. I designed the packaging for their flagship product, the “Rembrandt TV” which was adopted as their print campaign in several magazines as well as major Toronto newspapers.
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MDG iStoreDesign & osCommerce
MDG iStore was started to create an online presence for MDG Computers to sell their products direct to your home. My responsibilities were to design the look of their store, assisting with the development process as well as site maintenance.
little bit about me
I graduated with a BBA, but realized that a life crunching numbers or feigning a corporate smile would drive me insane. So instead I pursued a career in design which, at the time was only a hobby of mine.
I figured:
- OBSESSED WITH
TECHIE STUFF x
- APPRECIATION
FOR ART +
- SELF PROCLAIMED
SENSE OF STYLE =
PERFECT CAREER
Countless hours wasted spent staring at my computer screen reading new css techniques or skimming galleries for pretty things – finally put to good use. I get excited when I see a slick design or some clever coding that just blows my mind.
For the last 2½ years I worked for a small advertising agency that felt more like a sausage factory than a creative studio. Not to be an ass, because they gave me a hell of an opportunity, but I feel I can achieve more on my own than as someone else's graphic secretary. I mean, why create anything unless you can be proud of it?
Long story short, I'm now freelancing and would love to get involved with new projects. So gimme a shout if you like what you see and we'll go from there.
Here's my portfolio, hope you enjoy. Thanks.
what clients are saying
Ritchie was a vital part of positioning our show on the internet. His originality and attention to coolness brought our website acclaim based on design alone. His style was the fourth leg of our show's identity, and people recognize that immediately on our website.
Matt Johnson
nirvana the band the show
Ritchie is an extremely talented graphic designer whom I've had the pleasure to work with for the past couple of years on countless marketing campaigns and strategic initiatives. He is a marketing professional that not only has high business acumen but also a natural gift for creative design which is a very rare combination that makes him an invaluable asset to any company.
Marc Boudreau
MDG Senior Marketing Manager
what i'm currently working on
Peppercorn & PoppyDesign, HTML & CSS
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C_ORE MetalDesign, HTML & CSS
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Flite HockeyDesign, HTML & CSS
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