Because you can. Because you will. Because you are awesome!
Yana is an experienced industrial designer, visual artist, and potter with a proven track record of driving innovation and delivering impactful design solutions.
With deep expertise in product design, user experience, graphic design, and visual arts, she excels at leading complex projects that require a strategic and creative approach. Yana actively seeks opportunities to contribute to forward-thinking teams where she can apply her leadership skills and expand her professional horizons.
As both a researcher and practitioner, Yana brings a strong analytical foundation to her work, making informed design decisions that enhance user experience and functionality. A passionate advocate for women in design, she is committed to mentoring and empowering future leaders in the field.
Experience
• 2023 - present: Freelance Design Professional, Various design services
• 2024: Canadian Museum of Nature, Exhibition Design (temp.)
• 2012 - 2023: Design 1st Inc., Senior Industrial Design Partner
• 2016 - 2019: Carleton University, Contract Instructor (part-time)
• 2008 - 2012: Beaver Parts Ltd. Industrial Designer & Project Manager
• Summer 2007: Oce Technologies, Industrial Design Intern
Education
• Tallinn University, Master of Science in Interaction Design, High Distinction
• Carleton University, Bachelor of Industrial Design, High Distinction
• Canterbury High School, Visual Arts, High Distinction
• Minsk Lyceum of Visual Arts, Visual Arts, High Distinction
Awards
• Light, Space and Time Gallery, Watercolour juried exhibition
• Applied Arts Magazine, Conceptual Illustration Series Award winner
• Core 77, Business Card Hack Challenge winner with "Pinhole camera"
• University Medal for the highest standing in Industrial Design
• Award of Excellence, Carleton University, School of Industrial Design
• Wim Gilles Award for excellent form giving
• IDSA Student Merit Award, University candidate
• Michael Elmarson Award for environmental awareness in design
• Tay River Gallery First Prize for best representation of the art show theme
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