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Andrew Zo is an award winning, independent packaging designer with over a decade of experience. His designs have been featured on Fast Company, The Dieline, Packaging of The World, and various publications. With a versatile portfolio, Andrew has worked with established and emerging brands to optimize packaging or to launch brand new products.

 

An attribute that sets Andrew apart is his comprehensive grasp of various touch-points in packaging design. Andrew is proficient in both structural packaging and graphic design. He also has a robust understanding of production procedures. This mix of skills ensures all conceptual ideas can be beautifully executed.

 

Based in Vancouver, Canada, Andrew loves cats (he unfortunately doesn’t have one), working out (gym, running & swimming), podcasts, house plants and YA novels.

Andrew Zo profile picture

Andrew Zo is an award winning, independent packaging designer with over a decade of experience. His designs have been featured on Fast Company, The Dieline, Packaging of The World, Notcot and various publications. With a versatile portfolio, Andrew has worked with established and emerging brands to optimize packaging or to launch brand new products.

 

An attribute that sets Andrew apart is his comprehensive grasp of various touch-points in packaging design. Andrew is proficient in both structural packaging and graphic design. He also has a robust understanding of production procedures. This synergy of skills ensures all conceptual ideas can be beautifully executed.

 

Based in Vancouver, Canada, Andrew loves cats (he unfortunately doesn’t have one), working out (gym, running & swimming), podcasts, house plants and YA novels.

Design Style

ADAPTIVE DESIGN

A core design belief is the importance of identifying the target audience and designing for this individual. With this approach, Andrew’s style may vary from project to project as different design speak to difference audiences.

Continous Pursuit

Timeless Design

Avoiding trends ensures a timeless design, allowing the packaging to remain relevant and effective for the long term.

Awards

2020 Applied Arts, Packaging Design Entire Campaign
2019 Applied Arts, Packaging Design Other
2015 Core77 Design Awards, Packaging Design

Select Clients

Aritzia
Climbing Escalade Canada
FOX (Easton / Raceface)
Mountain Equipment Company
Mustang Survival
RBC Ventures
SAXX Underwear
Simon Fraser University (Everyday Studio)
T&T Supermarket
Tourism Vancouver
University of British Columbia

Publication

BuzzFeed
Core77
Creative Boom
The Dieline
Fast Company
Global News
Glamour
Notcot
Packaging Of The World
Taxi

Capabilities

Structural Packaging Design

Andrew’s greatest strength lies in his 3D skills—pop-ups, paper engineering, and original dielines. He thrives on tackling complex structural challenges.

Graphic Design

From building brands from the ground up to establishing new graphic standards, Andrew creates captivating designs for all types of packaging projects.

Packaging Development

With a strong understanding of production and fluency in Mandarin, Andrew ensures that design concepts are beautifully executed.

User Manual Design

From designing setup manuals for a 6-person tent to a medical-grade testing kit, Andrew utilizes user testing to ensure clarity and accuracy.


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