Jhatiana McMurrin
Elizabeth City,NC
Summary
To leverage six years of graphic design expertise in a dynamic professional setting, contributing innovative and visually compelling solutions. Seeking opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams, advance design strategies, and consistently exceed client expectations, ultimately driving the creative vision and brand excellence.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Digital Engagement Assistant - Internship
Department of Cultural Resources - Historic Sites
Raleigh, NC
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with the Curator of Design and Graphic Designer at NCDCR-Historic Sites to conceptualize and create diverse promotional materials. Successfully revamped layouts for booklets, flyers, websites, and promotional packs, demonstrating a keen eye for design and layout.
- Prioritized Accessibility and Inclusivity: Ensured digital content met accessibility standards and catered to a diverse audience, considering various needs and perspectives.
- Facilitated Audience Interaction: Engaged proactively with the online community by responding to comments, messages, and inquiries. Fostered a sense of community and connection, contributing to a positive online presence.
Creative Manager
1704 Media Productions
Elizabeth City, NC
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Led and motivated a dynamic creative team, offering guidance, mentorship, and cultivating a positive and collaborative work atmosphere.
- Managed end-to-end project lifecycles, from planning to execution, ensuring creative deliverables met strategic goals and adhered to deadlines.
- Defined the creative vision for campaigns, projects, and brand initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organization's overarching vision and objectives.
- Collaborated with the team to generate inventive and impactful creative concepts that resonated effectively with the target audience.
Web Designer
League of Women Voters of Northeastern North Carolina
Elizabeth City, NC
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Interacted with clients to understand their design requirements, preferences, and overall project goals
- Developed project timelines, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with clients, ensuring clear expectations and deadlines.
- Enhanced website functionality by implementing responsive design and user-friendly navigation elements.
- Conducted thorough user testing to identify areas for improvement in web designs, leading to enhanced user experiences.
- Developed custom WordPress themes that aligned with clients'' brand identities while offering easy site management capabilities.
Education
BS in Graphic Design -
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC01.2023
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Suite
- Photography Videography
- Figma
- WordPress
- HTML
- JavaScript
- CSS
- Visual Design & Storytelling
- Infographics Design
- Media Production
- Front End Development
- Typography
Websites
Accomplishments
- The National Society of Leadership and Success Induction
- 2022 Golden Duck Award
Awards
- Inductee, The National Society of Leadership and Success, Elizabeth City, NC
- Golden Duck Award Competitor/Winner, Turner Duckworth, Elizabeth City, NC
Certification
- LinkedIn Learning - Adobe XD for Designers
- LinkedIn Learning - Ui/Ux
Timeline
Digital Engagement Assistant - Internship
Department of Cultural Resources - Historic Sites
05.2023 - 08.2023
Web Designer
League of Women Voters of Northeastern North Carolina
03.2023 - 04.2023
Creative Manager
1704 Media Productions
02.2022 - 05.2023
BS in Graphic Design -
Elizabeth City State University