Josiah Graves
Davenport
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated graphic designer with a strong foundation from Iowa State College of Design, complemented by a passion for entrepreneurial ventures that foster skill development and financial growth. Committed to staying ahead of industry trends and leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance workflows and deliver exceptional design solutions. Proficient in Adobe Suite, photography, videography, and editing software such as Premiere Pro and After Effects, with experience in UI/UX design using Figma. Recently relocated to the Quad Cities, eager to contribute creative expertise and innovative design processes to a collaborative team environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer
Marshalltown Tools
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Developed visual concepts for marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite
- Collaborated with team members to create engaging product packaging designs
- Assisted in maintaining brand consistency across multiple digital platforms
- Created graphics for social media campaigns, enhancing audience engagement
- Handled majority of photography positions, from product photography, to job site shoots
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative design ideas
- Revised designs based on feedback from stakeholders and peers
- Supported project timelines by prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
Photographer/Videographer
Iowa State University
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Captured high-quality images for university events, enhancing visual representation of institutional activities.
- Collaborated with faculty and students to create compelling promotional materials for departmental initiatives.
- Operated advanced photography equipment, ensuring optimal settings for diverse lighting conditions and subjects.
- Edited and retouched photographs using Adobe Creative Suite, maintaining consistency with university branding guidelines.
- Used Premiere Pro to edit media into engaging social media marketing content used by the school
- Used drone technology to capture angles that could not be captured with just a camera
- Had meetings with heads of departments on projects and roadmaps
- Was the sole photographer and videographer at multiple large events that required a checklist of shots that needed to be captured
Head of Design
Ensemble Social Music
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Was the lead of a team of three for a startup company we were trying to scale in college.
- Developed and implemented design strategies to enhance user engagement across digital platforms.
- UI/UX Design
- Brand Identity
- Working with a financial cofounder at Iowa State, as well as a software engineering cofounder at Cornell in Ithaca, New York.
Graphic Designer
Freelance Work
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Conducted research on design trends to inform creative direction
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
- Created album covers and promotional materials for musical artists.
- Created brand identities for entrepreneurs and nonprofit organizations
- Handled photography work for clients
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2025
Skills
Graphic Design
Photography
Videography
UI/UX Design
Understanding of AI concepts
Timeline
Graphic Designer
Marshalltown Tools
06.2025 - 01.2026
Photographer/Videographer
Iowa State University
04.2024 - 05.2025
Head of Design
Ensemble Social Music
07.2022 - 06.2024
Graphic Designer
Freelance Work
03.2022 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design
Iowa State University