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CREATIVE DESIGN SUMMARY
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JULIA RHODIUS

West Palm Beach,USA

Summary

Experienced graphic and web designer with 12+ years of creating high-impact visual solutions across retail, hospitality, tech, and professional services. Skilled in designing and developing responsive websites, brand identities, and marketing materials that align with business goals and resonate with diverse audiences. Adept at managing multiple projects in fast-paced agency environments, from concept to launch. Strong communicator and problem-solver, delivering pixel-perfect, user-friendly websites and creative assets that drive engagement and results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner, Freelance

Soulfuli Designs
06.2021 - Current

Web Design, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing

Multimedia Content Creation and Management

  • Managed day-to-day operations of creative projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client expectations
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Proficient in creating and managing multimedia content across various platforms, with a focus on print campaigns and social media marketing to drive brand awareness and engagement.
  • Proficient in the creation and branding of promotional products, such as labels, swag items, trade show displays, and clothing, to enhance brand visibility and recognition.

Web Design and Development

  • Proficient in web design, development, and maintenance, including image optimization and on-page SEO for cross-platform responsiveness.
  • Specialization in UI design and UX development, with experience in creating E-commerce product sites.
  • Managed website creation and uploads globally, ensuring accurate product listings and compelling visuals to enhance user experience.

Marketing Expertise

  • Led end-to-end content, social, and influencer marketing initiatives, overseeing planning, creation, and performance optimization.

Accessibility Standards

  • Elevated website accessibility by implementing ADA-compliant design practices to ensure inclusive, user-friendly experiences for all.

Creative Director

Tropical Nights Restaurant and Lounge
01.2019 - 01.2024

Marketing Campaign Management

  • Spearheaded rebranding in 2014, leading promotional campaigns that increased brand visibility and engagement.
  • Led multichannel marketing campaigns for three locations, creating a cohesive brand experience and increased foot traffic.
  • Directed strategy and creative execution across print, digital, and in-store campaigns, improving brand recall and customer retention.

Web Design and Digital Marketing

  • Managed the 2014 rebranding rollout ahead of site relocation, managing new signage and digital promotions for two additional locations.
  • Designed, developed, and maintained company websites, implementing on-page SEO that increased qualified organic traffic by 40% in six months.
  • Executed integrated social media and PPC campaigns, boosting engagement and conversions by 30–60% through audience targeting, A/B testing, and data-led strategy.
  • Optimized campaign performance using Google Analytics, Facebook Insights, and platform KPIs, improving ROAS and reducing cost-per-acquisition.
  • Delivered data-driven insights for social and email campaigns, refining strategies to enhance content relevance, engagement, and conversion rates.

Content Creation

  • Created impactful visuals—including photos, video, print, and digital content—tailored to targeted demographics to boost engagement and sales.
  • Created product and event visuals, including photo, video, print campaigns, catalogs, and signage, boosting engagement and contributing to sales growth.
  • Developed cross-platform brand-aligned content for web, social, and email campaigns, ensuring consistent tone and voice that strengthened brand recognition.

Team Leadership

  • Led print production workflows, ensuring smooth execution and delivery of top-quality marketing collateral.
  • Acted as a strategic liaison with vendors, fostering collaborative relationships for successful project outcomes.
  • Empowered teams with brand resources and training, ensuring consistent brand integrity across all initiatives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver consistent messaging across print, digital, and social media platforms.

Senior Web Designer and Developer, E-commerce

Glascot Media LLC
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Designed, built, and maintained 2,000+ client websites, specializing in e-commerce and responsive, cross-platform design.
  • Improved mobile performance and accessibility by implementing flexible grids and fluid layouts, increasing mobile engagement and reducing bounce rates.
  • Conducted usability testing during design and production phases to identify UX issues and align outcomes with design intent.
  • Streamlined design workflows by implementing project management tools such as Asana and Slack, improving team efficiency and cutting design cycle time by 20%.
  • Monitored and maintained websites for performance, SEO, and functionality, ensuring up-to-date content and high technical standards.
  • Stayed ahead of industry trends, integrating innovative design technologies and tools to maintain a competitive design edge.
  • Developed branded visual assets such as digital signage, billboards, and promotional materials, aligning online and offline storefront identity.
  • Executed on-page SEO strategies (keyword optimization, metadata, image compression), driving a 40% increase in organic traffic.

Graphic Artist

Brandberry - Brand Licensing Agency & Creative House
01.2013 - 01.2014

Brand Creation and Development

  • Created and licensed new brands, enhancing market presence and contributing to increased profitability.
  • Collaborated with teams to conceptualize ideas, into market-ready products, reinforcing brand identity and recognition.
  • Designed product packaging and signage for IT’SUGAR retail stores across multiple U.S. locations nationwide.
  • Developed eye-catching product designs that aligned with target demographics and supported sales growth.
  • Produced advertising creatives for Brandberry’s licensed brands on social media, driving engagement and increasing visibility.
  • Designed targeted Facebook ads and email campaigns, effectively promoting products and supporting customer acquisition goals.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design with Honors

Digital Media Arts College / Lynn University
Boca Raton, FL

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Photoshop / Illustrator / Lightroom
  • Indesign / Acrobat / After Effects
  • HTML / CSS / JavaScript / jQuery
  • Asana and Slack
  • Keynote / Figma / Adobe XD
  • ADA Accessibility Compliance
  • Digital Photography and Video
  • Editing and Color Correction
  • Mailchimp / Honeybook / SmugMug
  • Canva / Printify
  • Certified Microsoft Word, Excel, PP
  • Operations management
  • Targeted Advertising / Digital Campaign
  • FB Ads / Google Ads / Meta Business Suite

CREATIVE DESIGN SUMMARY

  • Web Design and Development
  • Proficient in creating and managing multimedia content, with a focus on print campaigns and social media marketing.
  • Skilled in developing engaging content across various platforms to drive brand awareness and engagement.
  • Proficient in web design, development, and maintenance, including image optimization and on-page SEO for cross-platform responsiveness.
  • Specialization in UI design and UX development, with experience in creating E-commerce product sites.

Timeline

Owner, Freelance

Soulfuli Designs
06.2021 - Current

Creative Director

Tropical Nights Restaurant and Lounge
01.2019 - 01.2024

Senior Web Designer and Developer, E-commerce

Glascot Media LLC
01.2014 - 01.2017

Graphic Artist

Brandberry - Brand Licensing Agency & Creative House
01.2013 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design with Honors

Digital Media Arts College / Lynn University