My design journey began in sports and music marketing, as the lead designer I created products for the NHL, MLSE, Toronto Blue Jays, Tragically Hip, Rush and Billy Talent.

Over the years, I’ve built a track record of solving problems, driving results, and delivering work that connects.

Today, I lead a team of 50+ creative and technical experts, turning ideas into impactful programs and campaigns for leading tech brands.

Creative Director + Studio Operations

How I Build and Back Creative Teams

  • I lead with honesty and a no-BS approach. I encourage people to speak up, ask questions, and bring their real selves to work.

  • Most recently, I grew a B2B agency creative team from 10 to 50+ creatives and developers in less than 1 year. I love logistics. Building a strong team that works well together is about connecting the right people on the right projects.

  • In fast-paced agency and production environments, I help the team stay focused, aligned, and clear on goals no matter how many moving parts are in play.

Select Client List

Creative direction,
2020

HP, Intel, Microsoft

Creative direction, 2025

Funding Innovation

Graphic designer, 2019

Tragically Hip

Artifact reproduction artist,
2015

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment

Graphic designer,
2017

Royal Ontario Museum

  • " I've had the pleasure of working alongside Courtney at Starshot, and I can confidently say she’s one of the most organized and detail-oriented professionals I’ve ever collaborated with. As Studio Services Director, she brings an incredible ability to keep complex projects running smoothly — juggling timelines, resources, and expectations with precision and calm confidence. "

    Bia Breves | Art Director + Graphic Designer

  • " Over the last six years, Courtney has sent me well‑defined projects of every size. Her organized briefs, rapid responses, and empathetic leadership keep teams focused and deadlines intact. Courtney combines sharp strategic insight with exceptional people skills—making every collaboration smooth, efficient, and genuinely enjoyable. "

    Olivier Ferland | Founder @ Elabo

  • " Courtney is a standout leader who continuously improves how we work. Since I began working with her, she has implemented tools and processes that boost efficiency and ease daily operations. She actively engages with teams, whether welcoming new hires or sharing inspiring and creative ideas. Her organizational and product management skills are impressive, and I have learned so much from her. Courtney inspires loyalty and elevates everyone around her. She is a true asset to any organization. "

    Fu-Chieh Yao | Email developer



  • " Courtney has been my client for the past 3 years and she is a pleasure to work with. As one of her vendors, she treats me fairly and respectfully every time. She is organized and clear in what she wants, and handles every interaction as a true partnership. She is a subject matter expert in a great many things but if she isn’t, she admits it, and we figure things out together. Besides being really great at what she does, Courtney is also a terrific person. Give me more Courtneys as clients please! "

    Curtis Cockburn | Director @ Freelancers Unlimited Inc.