Shawn Parkinson

Creative director

Shawn Parkinson is a creative director, designer and filmmaker. He helps lead and evolve The Narwhal’s award-winning brand and visual storytelling. Shawn previously led creative projects at Destination British Columbia, Hootsuite and Vancouver 2010. When he’s not creating something at his computer, Shawn is probably cooking, playing ping pong or outside with a big camera and his family.

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