[HELLO!]

I’m Canny Cao, a Brand Designer based in Singapore.

[ABOUT ME]

I enjoy exploring the possibilities, connecting unexpected ideas, and figuring out what makes a brand feel like itself. The messy middle is usually where things get interesting.

SKILLSET

Brand Identity

Campaign

Photo Direction

Video Direction

[EXPERIENCES]

Every project is different, but the process stays intentionally straightforward. We figure out what needs solving, agree on what success looks like, then build from there.

2024 - Present

Brand Designer

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Freelance

Singapore

Independent brand practice focused on identity, art direction, campaigns, and visual experiences.

2024 - Present

Brand Designer

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Freelance

Singapore

Independent brand practice focused on identity, art direction, campaigns, and visual experiences.

2022 - 2024

Senior Brand Designer

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Woods Studio

Singapore

Led team to work with brands and creative teams across identity, campaigns, photography, and motion.

2022 - 2024

Senior Brand Designer

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Woods Studio

Singapore

Led team to work with brands and creative teams across identity, campaigns, photography, and motion.

2019 - 2022

Brand Designer

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ARTMZ

Singapore

Led identity projects for startups, cultural organizations, and lifestyle brands, while expanding into campaign and art direction.

2019 - 2022

Brand Designer

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ARTMZ

Singapore

Led identity projects for startups, cultural organizations, and lifestyle brands, while expanding into campaign and art direction.

2017 - 2019

Junior Brand Designer

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Studio North

Singapore

Started out working across identity systems, editorial layouts, and digital brand applications.

2017 - 2019

Junior Brand Designer

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Studio North

Singapore

Started out working across identity systems, editorial layouts, and digital brand applications.

Good work usually starts with a
good conversation.

Good work usually starts with a good conversation.

[WORK PHASES]

STEP ONE

Say Hello

Send me a message with a little context about your project, what you're looking for, and where you're currently stuck.

STEP TWO

Initial Call

We’ll have a short call to talk through the project, goals, timeline, budget, and anything else that might be useful. No presentation deck required.

STEP THREE

Scope & Direction

Once I understand the project, I’ll put together a proposed scope, timeline, deliverables, and fee. If we’re a good fit, we’re ready to go.

STEP FOUR

Find the Direction

This is where the thinking starts. I’ll explore references, ideas, visual territories, and creative directions before moving into the final design system.

STEP FIVE

Make the Work

Once we agree on a direction, I’ll develop the identity and its applications. Depending on the project, this could include motion, photography, video, 3D, campaigns, or all of the above.

LAST STEP

Refine & Deliver

We’ll review the work together, make the final refinements, and package everything you need to take the brand into the world.

Have a project in mind?

Let's talk about it.

Have a project in mind? Let's talk about it.

[CONTACT ME]

Tell me what you're working on, what you need help with, and where you want to take it.

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