Austin Thon
Manhattan,KS
Summary
Kansas State Marketing Student with a minor in Visual Communication Design and a Business of Sports & Entertainment Certificate. Proven track record of turning creative concepts into real results, including helping grow a brand's social following from the ground up. Experienced in content creation, graphic design, and campaign execution across both digital and physical formats.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graphic Designer
Ask A Kansan Podcast
08.2025 - Current
- Designed visual content for 40+ podcast episodes across 8 platforms, contributing to an audience growth from under 100 to nearly 8,000 followers across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
- Produced promotional materials in collaboration with the production team, ensuring cohesive messaging and consistent brand presence on all platforms.
- Developed the podcast's branding guidelines from the ground up, establishing a repeatable design system that has supported rapid and consistent growth.
Marketing Intern
FILI Creative
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed engaging content for social media platforms to enhance brand awareness.
- Conducted market research to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
- Created physical and digital visual content to execute a state-wide marketing campaign.
- Built branding and strategy for supporting the growth of the Ask A Kansan podcast.
Customer/Supplier Relations Manager
Ron's Oil Company
06.2020 - 08.2024
- Created financial reports for A/R Management.
- Developed demand forecasting schedules based on market trends.
- Communicated with customers 5 days a week.
- Organized the delivery of almost 35,000 gallons of fuel per week.
Education
Bachelor of Marketing - Business Administration
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS01-2026
Visual Communication Design Minor - undefined
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS01-2026
Skills
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
- Visual communication design
- Digital content design
- Photo editing skills
- Digital photography
- Innovative problem solving
Certification
- Business of Sports and Entertainment Certificate, Kansas State University - 2026
- Digital Marketing Certificate, Hubspot - 2025
Timeline
Graphic Designer
Ask A Kansan Podcast
08.2025 - Current
Marketing Intern
FILI Creative
05.2025 - 08.2025
Customer/Supplier Relations Manager
Ron's Oil Company
06.2020 - 08.2024
Visual Communication Design Minor - undefined
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Marketing - Business Administration
Kansas State University