Claire Henry
Kansas City,Missouri
Summary
Dynamic graphic designer with a passion for creating captivating design. I bring an eye for detail, a deep understanding of design principles, and a knack for transforming ideas into impactful visual experiences. Based in my hometown of Kansas City, I draw inspiration from the city's rich culture and diverse influences. Whether crafting sleek branding materials or dynamic digital illustrations, I am dedicated to pushing boundaries, staying ahead of trends, and delivering results that resonate.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Product Designer
Charlie Hustle LLC
KANSAS CITY, Missouri
07.2024 - Current
- Establishes creative direction for all B2B collaborations and collections.
- Communicates with clients to set expectations, manage deadlines, and ensure adherence to brand guidelines.
- Manages client revisions and ensures high-quality results.
- Provides mentorship to the marketing team, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
Product Designer
Charlie Hustle LLC
KANSAS CITY, Missouri
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Collaborates closely with internal teams, including product development, marketing, and sales, to ensure alignment of B2C merchandise designs with brand strategy and business objectives
- Demonstrates expertise in color theory and graphic design principles to create visually appealing and commercially viable merchandise designs
- Collaborates with collegiate licensing partners and external collaborators to develop co-branded merchandise collections, and licensing agreements to maximize brand exposure and revenue potential
- Designs assets for use in marketing materials such as email promotions and social media campaigns
- Prepares design progress for review and feedback.
Graphic Design Intern
Boulevard Brewing Company
KANSAS CITY, Missouri
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Designed marketing materials such as brochures, flyers and posters using Adobe Creative Cloud
- Used Adobe Creative Cloud Software to develop creative images and illustrations
- Assembled final layouts in preparation for printer
- Conducted design research, analyzing current trends and competitor styles to inform design decisions
- Independently directed and designed social media content
- Managed Marketing Communication
- Managed Product Photography
- Independently designed merchandise to fit current brand identity
- Independently designed logos and branding materials for company's products and services
- Prepared illustrations and rough sketches of concepts, discussing with management and making necessary changes.
Graphic Design Intern
PH Coffee
Kansas City, Missouri
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Designed marketing materials such as brochures, flyers and posters using Adobe Creative Cloud
- Used Adobe Creative Cloud Software to develop creative images and illustrations
- Assembled final layouts in preparation for printer
- Conducted design research, analyzing current trends and competitor styles to inform design decisions
- Independently directed and designed social media content
- Managed Marketing Communication
- Managed Product Photography
- Independently designed merchandise to fit current brand identity
- Independently designed logos and branding materials for company's products and services
- Prepared illustrations and rough sketches of concepts, discussing with management and making necessary changes.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Betty Rae's Ice Cream
Kansas City, Missouri
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Designed marketing materials such as brochures, flyers and posters using Adobe Creative Cloud
- Used Adobe Creative Cloud Software to develop creative images and illustrations
- Assembled final layouts in preparation for printer
- Conducted design research, analyzing current trends and competitor styles to inform design decisions
- Independently directed and designed social media content
- Managed Marketing Communication
- Managed Product Photography
- Independently designed merchandise to fit current brand identity
- Independently designed logos and branding materials for company's products and services
- Prepared illustrations and rough sketches of concepts, discussing with management and making necessary changes.
Education
M.A Graphic & Web Design -
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Minneapolis, MN08.2025
B.A Digital Media Communications -
William Jewell College
Liberty, MissouriSkills
- Adobe Creative Cloud Software: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom
- Motion Design
- Web Design: HTML, CSS, & Javascript
- User Experience Design
- Copywriting
- DSLR Photography
- Procreate Software
- Figma
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- AIGA KC Member (The Professional Association for Design)
- DMC Honors Project Recipient
- Mortar Board National Honors Society
- Communications Honors Society (Lambda Pi Eta)
- Hilltop Monitor Arts & Culture Editor
Timeline
Lead Product Designer
Charlie Hustle LLC
07.2024 - Current
Product Designer
Charlie Hustle LLC
04.2023 - 07.2024
Graphic Design Intern
Boulevard Brewing Company
02.2022 - 09.2023
Graphic Design Intern
PH Coffee
02.2022 - 09.2023
Freelance Graphic Designer
Betty Rae's Ice Cream
07.2021 - 02.2022
M.A Graphic & Web Design -
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
B.A Digital Media Communications -
William Jewell College
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