Visual storytelling with heart.

Visual storytelling with heart.

Brian Tong smiling outdoors in a black cap, clear-framed glasses, and a grey t-shirt, with green leaves behind him

Photography by Lauren Galloway

I am proud to work as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer and have been lucky enough to work with local and global brands. I like to connect people to brands through lovingly hand-crafted, impactful, and engaging visuals. I believe in keeping the human touch in my work and embracing imperfections through hand-drawn illustrations and beautiful typography.

In addition to my work, I enjoy drawing, riding my bike, and dreaming of doing long bike tours again. I did two major cycling tours: the first a 3-month trek across Canada in 2010 from Vancouver, BC, to St. John’s, Newfoundland; and second, a 1-month tour from Vancouver, BC, to San Diego, CA, in 2011. I also love spending time with my wife, being in the sun, travelling, playing video games, and bouldering.

Experience

Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer / Independent

Contract Graphic Designer / Epic Games

Contract Graphic Designer / lululemon

Contract Graphic Designer / Bailey Nelson

Senior Graphic Designer / Free Agency Creative

Intern / Burnkit

Capabilities

Brand Illustration

Brand Identity

Logos & Lettering

Creative Direction

Campaign Design

Icons & 3D Assets

Visual Systems

Brand Guidelines

Packaging