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Cecelia Bleeker

Cecelia Bleeker

Kalamazoo,Michigan

Summary

Versatile Graphic Designer with talent for developing unique custom artwork. Well-versed in generating innovative ideas and concepts. Collaborates with marketing and management teams to identify mockups and uses feedback to develop final drafts.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Marketing Intern

The Global Tech Experience
01.2024 - Current

This program is through ASU that works with e-commerce with shopify, keyword research, and google analytics.Through the program I learned to design websites in accordance of brand guidelines.

Training/skills

  • Provided optimization of web page titles, URLs, structured data, SEO copy editing and sitemaps.
  • Monitored social media for trending news, ideas and feedback.
  • Optimized website content using best practices for SEO.
  • Developed content for websites, blogs, and social media platforms to increase brand awareness.
  • Assisted in the development of digital marketing campaigns for clients, including email, SEO and SEM, and social media.
  • Conducted keyword research and analysis to optimize search engine optimization efforts.
  • Researched latest trends and conducted market analysis.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions to develop ideas for innovative campaigns.
  • Researched and evaluated competitor marketing and digital content.

Product Photographer/Graphic Designer

La Azteca bakery
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2024 - Current

My latest project, working with a local bakery in Kalamazoo,my role was to take high quality photos for social and promotional material and design a print layout with the images.

Skills

  • Proofread copy to ensure accuracy prior to finalizing brochure layouts.
  • Optimized the use of space within each page layout while adhering to brand guidelines.
  • Created custom illustrations or graphics when needed to enhance the visual appeal of a piece.
  • Developed new customers and markets for photography products to maximize sales.
  • Produced informational brochures detailing product features, use and care.
  • Edited existing logos according to client requests or changes in branding strategies.
  • Optimized logo designs for various digital platforms, including web and mobile devices.

Project/Design Manager

Holistic Health -social media campaign
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2022 - 04.2022

As the project manager/designer, my role was to create the visual identity of our social media campagne,along with additional promotional material.

Skills

  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Developed graphics, logos and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
  • Designed print materials such as brochures, flyers and posters for marketing campaigns.
  • Implemented organizational performance initiatives, clearly communicating standards and requirements.

Creative Graphic Designer

Design crew (KVCC)
Kalamazoo, MI
12.2019 - 04.2020

During my time there I worked with community credit union, Havermill cafe, and promoting design crew through poster design.

Skills

  • Designed new on-brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
  • Utilized software programs such as Adobe Creative Suite proficiently.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Developed unique concepts for branding projects based on client feedback.
  • Created brand identity designs for clients, including logos and fonts.
  • Produced original illustrations and graphics that adhere to established style guidelines.
  • Worked with client via email, phone and in-person to collect information to complete designs.
  • Created product designs in alignment with specifications.
  • Worked with creative personnel to establish and create designs related to brand and communications.

Design Crew is a KVCC student group that works with non-profits and small bushiness in the area to provide free design advice/work.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI
04-2020

Bachelor of Science - Graphic Informational Technology

Arizona State University
ASU Online

Skills

  • Digital File Delivery
  • Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver)
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Corporate Branding
  • Graphic and Media Design
  • Visual Design
  • Project Management
  • Logo Creation
  • Video Editing
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Keyword Research
  • Brand Strategy

About

Kalamazoo-based, Michigan-born, a dedicated Graphic/ digital marketer that prides themselves in authentic connections through design.

Timeline

Digital Marketing Intern

The Global Tech Experience
01.2024 - Current

Product Photographer/Graphic Designer

La Azteca bakery
01.2024 - Current

Project/Design Manager

Holistic Health -social media campaign
01.2022 - 04.2022

Creative Graphic Designer

Design crew (KVCC)
12.2019 - 04.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Bachelor of Science - Graphic Informational Technology

Arizona State University
Cecelia Bleeker