Aleah Fortenbery
Lenexa,USA
Summary
Dynamic design professional with extensive experience at Oklahoma State University, excelling in Adobe Creative Suite and project management. Proven track record in creating impactful marketing materials and enhancing digital communication strategies. Adept at building relationships and leading teams to deliver high-quality design solutions that elevate brand presence and engage audiences effectively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner, Lead Designer
Aleah Faith Design LLC
Remote
08.2019 - Current
- Designed, launched, and maintained a fully custom Webflow website for Church of the Harvest, including site architecture, content updates, and brand continuity during a multi-site merge/unmerge.
- Delivered branding, digital assets, marketing materials, websites, and design consultation for nonprofits, ministries, and small businesses.
- Notable projects include: redesigned the JH Reach website and developed custom infographics and style guides.
Created digital renderings, social media ads, and signage for Cutting Edge International’s Mount Everest Training Center.
Designed logos, business cards, and a complete four-page website for Regenerations Intellotech. - Managed client communication, timelines, and production through all project phases.
Communications Specialist
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
08.2022 - 02.2025
- Designed print and digital assets, including rack cards, brochures, posters, signage, flyers, surveys, and large publications.
- Developed multi-page reports and strategic print materials for programs across the university.
- Supported email campaigns, social graphics, events, and web content with cohesive visual communication.
- Collaborated with educators, administrators, and the web team to maintain brand consistency across all platforms.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, and coordinated with vendors for print production and delivery.
Editorial/Layout Designer
Hobby Lobby Corporate
OKC, OK
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Designed corporate collateral for print and digital media, including craft pamphlets, posters, social graphics, and brochures.
- Created an Easter advertisement published in newspapers nationwide and online.
- Maintained strict brand standards and collaborated with marketing, leadership, and production teams.
Graphic Designer
Canaveral Port Authority
Cape Canaveral, Florida
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Redesigned the brand for Exploration Tower, including brochures, rack cards, fact sheets, banners, and a vehicle wrap.
- Created merchandise (seven t-shirt designs), holiday cards, and the 2020 Port Calendar imagery.
- Designed a billboard viewed across a 50-square-mile radius in Orlando and Cape Canaveral.
- Produced posters, signage, and auto-port flyers for the Communications and Cargo Departments.
Graphic Designer
Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, Oklahoma
10.2017 - 06.2019
- Created event materials, advertisements, posters, merchandise, and digital signage.
- I designed the year-end report for the Missions and Outreach department.
- Created digital designs for the Spiritus Theological Journal webpage and book.
- Assisted with page layout, typography, image editing, and publication support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK05-2020
Skills
Design: Editorial Layout, Brand Systems, Typography, Print & Digital Design
Technical: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Webflow, Figma, AI Tools
Professional: Communication, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Time Management
References
- Rebekah Hernandez, Director of Comm. & Public Affairs, Church of the Harvest, 913-393-9500, rebekah.hernandez@churchoftheharvest.org
- Sharah Wendel, Creative Arts Pastor, Church of the Harvest, 614-531-5857, sharahashlyndesign@gmail.com
- Charity Mozafari, Graphic Designer, Bell Shoals Church, 813-428-4257, joannagamble813@gmail.com
- Mia Reinert, Academic Advisor II, OSU, 405-744-530, mia.reinert@okstate.edu
- Steve Linden, Director of Comm. & Public Affairs, Canaveral Port Authority, 321-394-3244, SLinden@portcanaveral.com
- Eva Tahernia, Sr. Social Media Strategist, Boeing, 321-427-5679, eva.tahernia@gmail.com
- Terry Moon, Systems Administrator, Satcom Direct, 321-830-9507, tlmoon2112@gmail.com
Accomplishments
OCPRA Achievement Award · Jul 2024
T-Shirt Design, OSU SUNUP
T-Shirt Design, OSU SUNUP
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Oklahoma State University
08.2022 - 02.2025
Editorial/Layout Designer
Hobby Lobby Corporate
10.2020 - 05.2021
Owner, Lead Designer
Aleah Faith Design LLC
08.2019 - Current
Graphic Designer
Canaveral Port Authority
05.2019 - 01.2020
Graphic Designer
Oral Roberts University
10.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Oral Roberts University