- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Cooking
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Camping
- Food justice advocate, working to address food insecurity and promote access to healthy, affordable food
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Adventure Travel
- Music - I sign and play the keyboard
- Graphic Design
- Dance
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Hiking
Carol K Newsome
Wooster,OH
Summary
Dynamic Graphics Designer with a proven track record at Troyer Signs, Inc., specializing in innovative branding and typography design. Adept at managing multiple projects while enhancing client satisfaction through high-quality deliverables. Strong people skills complement technical expertise, ensuring effective collaboration and successful outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphics Designer
Troyer Signs, Inc.
04.1999 - 11.2025
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements.
- Created artwork for product packaging and promotional materials.
- Developed innovative designs for variety of clients in graphic design industry.
- Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
- Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
Graphics Designer
Advertising Ideas
06.1991 - 04.1999
- Designed innovative branding materials to enhance client visibility and engagement.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality standards and meeting tight deadlines.
- Conducted thorough research on competitors'' designs, industry trends, and target audiences before starting each project to ensure a well-informed approach to graphic design assignments.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively and meeting tight deadlines consistently.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality graphic design projects on time and within budget constraints.
Childcare Provider
Self Employed Services
05.1988 - 06.1991
- Established safe, nurturing environment ensuring children's emotional and physical well-being.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
Group Home Manager
Residential Support Services
01.1982 - 05.1988
- Managed daily operations and ensured compliance with state regulations for group home services.
- Ensured proper medication administration for all residents through close coordination with healthcare providers and careful record-keeping practices.
- Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
- Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
- Assisted residents with basic hygiene and healthcare needs.
Administrative Clerk
Wayne Co Board of MR/DD
05.1976 - 12.1982
- Implemented filing systems to improve document retrieval efficiency, reducing time spent searching for files.
- Input data and processed system change to generate accurate reports.
- Created welcoming environment for customer by greeting and assisting, as well as quickly responding to customer inquiries and needs.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Aultman School of Nursing
Canton, OH09-1969
High School Diploma -
Tuslaw High School
North Lawrence, OH06-1969
Skills
- Graphic design
- Branding strategy
- Typography design
- Project management
- Home Projects
- Gardening
- People Skills
Interests
Timeline
Graphics Designer
Troyer Signs, Inc.
04.1999 - 11.2025
Graphics Designer
Advertising Ideas
06.1991 - 04.1999
Childcare Provider
Self Employed Services
05.1988 - 06.1991
Group Home Manager
Residential Support Services
01.1982 - 05.1988
Administrative Clerk
Wayne Co Board of MR/DD
05.1976 - 12.1982
No Degree - Nursing
Aultman School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Tuslaw High School