Chau Tin Chan (Ian)

Storyteller, Art Director, Interactive Designer

I believe design is about changing habits and perceptions. I am passionate about compelling visuals and client goals, but also pushing creative boundaries to truly connect with the audience. From concept to execution, I turn ideas into impactful work through collaboration. To grow as an art director, I stay versatile across media and adapt to shifting industry trends. Always aiming to deliver fresh, relevant ideas with precision and energy.

Located: Toronto, Canada
Email: info@iancct36.com
Hard Skills
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effect, Audition, Animate, XD) Final Cut Pro, Blender, Figma, html5, css, JavaScript, Microsoft and Google Office Suites

Spoken Language: English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Written Language: English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese
Soft Skills
Team-player, creativity, continuous learning, fast learner, reliable and responsible, highly resistant to stress, self-disciplined, reflective, adaptable to any type of project
Hobbies
Movie & Anime, reading, camping, motorcycling, collecting figures, board game & video game

Experience

SAGE Renegade, Toronto ON
Digital Art Director
May 2024 — Present
Howdy Workshop, Hong Kong
Senior Art Director
Mar 2021 — Aug 2022
Society Agency HK, Hong Kong
Art Director
May 2019 — Mar 2021
Kitchen Ltd., Hong Kong
Assistant Art Director
Jun 2017 — May 2019
Sing Tao News Corporation Limited
Graphic Designer
Nov 2016 — Jun 2017

Award

DIGIZ AWARDS 2021
Nike | Home Sweat Home
Gold / Best Digital ContentMarketing Programme
Gold / Best Social Media Strategies
The Best of the Best Award 2017
Canon | Discover Your Unique Beauty
Gold / My Favourite Digital Video
Gold / Youth’s Favourite Digital Video
MAZE Award 2017 - JCDecaux Cityscape
Silver / Best Creative Campaign - ZUJI ×Amex
Hong Kong Smart Gifts Design Awards 2015
Consumer Gifts: for Leisure Category
Merit Award
Fly High Awards - Advertising Creative Contest 2013
Student Category Gold Award

Education

Seneca College
Ontario College Diploma | Interactive Media Design
Sep 2022 — May 2024
Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design
BA(Hons) Scheme in Design | Advertising Design
Sep 2014 — Mar 2017
Hong Kong Community College
Associate Degree in Design | Advertising Design
Sep 2012 — Aug 2014