Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
INTERSHIP
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Elena Ramirez-Gomez

Elena Ramirez-Gomez

Graphic Designer
Charlotte,NC

Summary

Creative professional with experience in program coordination, community engagement, and graphic design. Skilled in managing events, leading volunteers, and producing high-impact materials for digital and print communications.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre-Press Analyst Team Lead

American Fuji Seal
05.2023 - Current
  • Managed and led a cross-functional graphic arts team, ensuring clear communication, timely task completion, and client satisfaction.
  • Streamlined project timelines and client requests to meet production deadlines while maintaining print and brand quality.
  • Oversaw project performance (KPIs), vendor coordination, and internal communications to support marketing and production goals.
  • Manages over 20 different customer projects and communications.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports to communicate findings for company wide reports.
  • Implemented best practices for data management and reporting accuracy.

UI Designer / Brand Designer

Perspective Developers
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Designed user-centric interfaces to enhance usability and engagement across multiple platforms.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and integrate feedback into design iterations.
  • Developed style guides and design systems to ensure consistency across all branding materials.
  • Conducted user research and testing, translating insights into actionable design improvements.
  • Utilized industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Figma for high-quality designs.
  • Led brainstorming sessions, fostering creative solutions that align with client objectives and expectations.
  • Redesigned the company pitch deck, boosting audience understanding and engagement by 25% and enhancing performance tracking by 20%.”

Lead Graphic Designer

KaMi Social Media Agency
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Designed social media content, email graphics, and branded templates for coaching and women-led businesses.
  • Managed client communications and implemented feedback to support content planning across Instagram, LinkedIn, and digital campaigns.
  • Supported community engagement by creating visuals and collateral for online program launches and client-facing communications.
  • Led brainstorming sessions to generate creative solutions for client challenges, driving successful outcomes.
  • Developed comprehensive style guides to maintain consistency across all digital platforms and materials.
  • Maintained 95% client approval rate on initial design drafts.

Resident Program Assistant

Brookdale Senior Living
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Coordinated and facilitated resident programs and social activities, including educational workshops, wellness initiatives, and community events.
  • Developed and maintained engaging program schedules, collaborating with management to meet residents' diverse needs.
  • Managed logistics, including venue setup, equipment, and supplies, ensuring smooth program execution.
  • Tracked attendance, resident feedback, and preferences to improve future programming.
  • Provided exceptional customer service and communication to residents, volunteers, and team members.
  • Created newsletters and promotional materials to encourage participation and community engagement.
  • Designed and executed community events that boosted local engagement and increased participation by 30%

Junior Graphic Designer

Branded By Bernel
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Designed social media content, email graphics, and branded templates for coaching and women-led businesses.
  • Assisted the owner in developing comprehensive branding packages for 15+ clients, including mood boards, color schemes, logos, patterns, and style guides.
  • Created visually appealing and cohesive branding presentations and social media templates to establish strong brand identities.
  • Contributed to the design of various physical branding materials, such as business cards, thank-you cards, branded boxes, mockups, and merchandise.


Education

Associate of Applied Science - Digital Arts

York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC
05.2020

Skills

  • Program management
  • Strategic planning
  • Training coordination
  • Scheduling proficien
  • Relationship building
  • Social media marketing
  • Customer engagement
  • Social media platforms
  • Organization, prioritizing, and multi-tasking
  • Time management
  • Branding
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Graphic design
  • Image editing
  • Adobe creative suite
  • Branding and identity

INTERSHIP

Heavenly Hands Family Services , Charlotte, NC - INTERN - Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Designed marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and digital assets, to promote services and strengthen brand visibility.
  • Assisted with office organization and supported logistics for hosted functions and community events.
  • Provided flexible support to supervisors, completing assigned tasks with efficiency and attention to detail.

Timeline

Pre-Press Analyst Team Lead

American Fuji Seal
05.2023 - Current

UI Designer / Brand Designer

Perspective Developers
11.2022 - 05.2023

Lead Graphic Designer

KaMi Social Media Agency
11.2022 - 05.2023

Resident Program Assistant

Brookdale Senior Living
08.2022 - 01.2023

Junior Graphic Designer

Branded By Bernel
05.2021 - 11.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Digital Arts

York Technical College