Hamzah Akbar
Visual Designer
Hamzah is a Visual Designer and Design Researcher from Toronto, Canada.
He has developed skills in problem-solving, strategic thinking, and collaboration throughout his career. He recognizes the value of user centered approach and the important relationship between design and business metrics. Driven by curiosity, he stays at the forefront of emerging technologies to enhance his expertise.
Hamzah Akbar
Visual Designer
Hello,
I am Hamzah, a visual designer and design researcher from Toronto. I have developed skills in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration. I recognize the value of user centered approach and relationship between design and business goals.
Experiences
Freelance Designer
Self-Employed
Nov 2021 - Present
Toronto
Worked on mobile app interfaces, iconography systems, and quality control documentation. Emphasized usability and clarity through visual consistency. Applied a user-centered approach across a range of projects. This period has also been dedicated to expanding my understanding.
Stage Lighting
Quality Assurance
Self-Employed
Mar 2022 - Present
Toronto
Worked in quality assurance for stage lighting equipment, ensuring all gear met technical standards. Beyond inspection, design thinking and user research are applied to streamline operations—mapping gear storage and improving organization systems for efficiency.
Freelance Designer
Hamilton Fringe
Dec 2019 - Feb 2021
Hamilton
Worked with a team for a non-profit festival organization, creating its official program booklet and digital marketing assets. Combined design execution with contextual research, including site visits, collaboration with participating artists, to ensure visual materials effectively captured the tone and goals of the festival.
Design Researcher
Medical Confidence
Nov 2019 - Mar 2020
Toronto
Worked as a design researcher on a Gen Z-focused mental health app. Applied human-centered design principles through user interviews and mixed-method research to identify key user needs. Used Kanban techniques to track insights and align design decisions with user behavior and mental health goals.
Content Marketing
The Bobotoh Sounds
Apr 2016 - Nov 2017
Toronto
Founded a YouTube channel with a focus on user engagement and brand experience. Led end-to-end design efforts including graphics and brand touch points.