Carlee Kappes
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Adept at leveraging Adobe Creative Suite and visual communication, I enhanced client satisfaction by developing compelling graphics and photography at Aurora Parts and Accessories. My expertise in design research and presentation, combined with a proactive approach to customer service, significantly contributed to cohesive brand identity and innovative project solutions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Photography Intern
Thrush Co Inc
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for a documentary of the people and business.
- Planned and prepared for on-location shoots.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
Graphic Design Assistant
Aurora Parts And Accessories
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing client concerns quickly and professionally throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conducted thorough research on design trends and competitor strategies, informing team decisions on visual direction.
- Contributed to a cohesive brand identity by developing consistent style guides for internal and external use.
- Developed and maintained a database of design assets, streamlining the creative process for future projects.
Graphic Design Intern
Aurora Parts And Accessories
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Prepared images to coincide with social and blog posts.
- Used Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Indesign to develop new images.
- Collaborated with the creative team to develop visually appealing graphics for various projects, resulting in increased client satisfaction.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams to generate innovative ideas for upcoming projects.
- Worked with the marketing team to improve website and other online platform activity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art Technology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12-2024
Skills
- Adobe creative suite: Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom
- Layout design
- Design research
- Presentation design
- Visual communication
- Model development (physical and CAD)
- Customized template design
- Sketching
- Digital illustration
- Social Media
- Photo editing
- Advanced camera skills
Timeline
Graphic Design Assistant
Aurora Parts And Accessories
08.2024 - 01.2025
Photography Intern
Thrush Co Inc
05.2024 - 04.2025
Graphic Design Intern
Aurora Parts And Accessories
05.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art Technology
Purdue University
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