Hamzah Akbar
Hamzah Akbar
Visual Designer
Visual Designer
Hamzah is a Visual Designer and Design Researcher from Toronto, Canada.
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.
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 put problem-solving, collaboration, and strategic thinking forward. 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 iconography systems, digital interfaces, and pitch deck presentations. Focusing on usability and clarity through consistent visual design. Applied a user-centered approach across a variety of projects, while also deepening expertise in design systems to create scalable solutions.
Stage Lighting
Quality Assurance
Christie Lites
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 department operations—mapping gear storage and improving organization systems.
Graphic 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 collaboration and site visits and with participating
artists to ensure visual materials captured the tone of the festival.
Design Researcher
Medical Confidence
Nov 2019 - Mar 2020
Toronto
Worked as a design researcher on a Generation Z focused mental health app. Applied human-centered design approach through user interviews and mixed-method research to identify key user needs. Applied Kanban techniques to track insights and align design decisions with user behaviors 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.