Janveeka Gunaratne
About Janveeka Gunaratne
Janveeka Gunaratne is a graphic designer with a diverse background in marketing and design. Currently based in Vancouver, Canada, she combines her experiences to create impactful visuals and narratives.
Work at Canalyst
Janveeka Gunaratne has been employed at Canalyst as a Graphic Designer since 2021. In this role, she applies her design skills to create visual content that supports the company's objectives. Her work involves collaborating with various teams to ensure that the graphic elements align with the overall branding and messaging strategies of Canalyst.
Education and Expertise
Janveeka Gunaratne holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Marketing from Concordia University, which she completed in 2018. She also studied at the National University of Singapore, where she achieved a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing in 2017. Additionally, she has completed Communication Design Essentials at both BCIT School of Business and Emily Carr University of Art and Design, enhancing her skills in design and visual communications.
Background
Janveeka Gunaratne was educated at Bishop's College in Sri Lanka, where she studied from 2000 to 2013. She has a diverse background that includes experience in marketing and graphic design across different industries. After moving to Canada, she became inspired by local brand narratives, leading her to explore branding and storytelling through a cultural lens.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Canalyst, Janveeka Gunaratne gained valuable experience through various internships. She worked as a Treasury and Trade Services Intern at Citi in Sri Lanka for one month in 2015 and as a Summer Intern at Leo Burnett Sri Lanka for two months in 2016. Additionally, she served as a Brand Marketing Intern at Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts in 2017 for two months and as a Seasonal Sales Associate at LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics in Canada for three months in 2018.
Freelance Graphic Design Work
Since 2019, Janveeka Gunaratne has been working as a self-employed Freelance Graphic Designer in the Vancouver, Canada Area. In this capacity, she combines her marketing experience with her design skills to create impactful visuals and experiences. Her freelance work allows her to engage with a variety of clients and projects, further enhancing her creative problem-solving abilities.