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Dean Martin, Creative Director, Branding and Design
Dean has been a leading expert in corporate identity, brand strategy and print communications for 30 years. His portfolio includes a diverse mix of sectors that include Canada Post, the Toronto Board of Trade, the Ivey School of Business, Scotiabank, BMW, OCAD University, Waterfront Toronto and the Republic of Armenia, among many others. He has also worked extensively for the local arts scene developing catalogues, programs and identities for several public and private galleries and institutions.
His work has always been guided by a simple philosophy; communication problems are best solved with the right balance of clarity, economy, wit and grace. Dean’s love of all things design is reflected in his interest in furniture design, sculpture and architecture.
Dean holds a Bachelor of Design degree from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design and studied at the Cooper Union in New York City. His work has been recognized nationally and internationally by the Advertising and Design Club of Canada, Applied Arts Magazine, the Canadian Marketing Association, Graphis, HQ Magazine, The National Post, Strategy Magazine and the Design Exchange. His work has also appeared in such volumes as International Corporate Design and Symbols and Trademarks of Canada.