Kailey McGarry
Frankfort,IL
Summary
Dynamic Designer specializing in graphic and instructional design, recognized for producing visually impactful content that significantly enhances user experiences. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and meticulous craftsmanship, ensuring high-quality deliverables that align with client objectives. Proven success in both autonomous and team-oriented settings. Aiming to elevate design standards through innovative creative solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sales Associate
Aldi
Orland Park, IL
05.2024 - Current
- Key Holder with supervisory responsibilities.
- Open and close the store independently, setting the alarm, and locking the doors and safe.
- Ability to approve register transactions and delegate tasks to store employees.
- Reset shelves weekly, using the merchandising planogram for the 'Special Buy' new products.
- Familiarized self with new products and services to engage with customers about features and benefits.
- Led sales team to consistently deliver customer service, generating maximum sales potential.
Sales Associate
Aldi
New Lenox, IL
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service, product selections, and checkout processes.
- Operated cash registers, handled transactions with quality, and maintained accurate cash drawer records.
- Implemented Aldi's store policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming customer environment.
Marketing Coordinatng Intern
Marcus & Millichap
Oak Brook, IL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent brand messaging.
- Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns, including content creation, social media management, and email marketing for target audiences.
Junior Graphic Designer
Local Printing & Design
Frankfort, IL
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Work collaboratively with my boss and clients to advertise their company and develop their brand personality.
- Create and customize logos for products, and design documents for local companies.
- My role was to design business cards, pamphlets, booklets, door hanger signs, and more for quality appearances from high-end companies.
Social Media Recruiting Influencer
Solar Energy Partners
Remote
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Strengthened brand to engage the social media community by producing creative and compelling content.
- Pitched new ideas and collaborated with communications and entertainment marketing teams to create synergy.
- Implemented a strategic plan to grow social media audiences for key demographics.
Gallery Assistant
Radial Gallery
Dayton, OH
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Set up exhibition and event spaces to install pieces for display, including measuring, taping, hanging shelves, patchwork, and painting.
- Acted as liaison between artists and gallery facilitators.
- Conducted promotions via social media, email, and other communication methods to encourage museum attendance (@UDartdesign).
Retail Designer
Delaware North Chicago Bears Pro Shop
Chicago, IL
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Identified the needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Retained product, service, and company policy knowledge to serve as a resource for coworkers and customers.
- Highly skilled print press operator, responsible for creating official NFL jerseys customized for customers.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Arts, Graphic Design
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH12-2021
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive customer experience
- Print design
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, InDesign)
- Design thinking
- Branding and identity
Art Show Affiliations
- www.getflea.market
- @mrkt.chi instagram
- @illinoisvintagefest instagram
Exhibitions
- This Feels Nice by Ella Weber
- One Last Time by the seniors of 2020
- Duty Free Paradise by Lani Asuncion
- Fellows 2021 by the summer student fellowship
- Lie and Smile by Rana Young
- No Better Time Than the Present by my senior class 2021
- Here, Look What I Did :) by Kailey McGarry 2021
Timeline
Lead Sales Associate
Aldi
05.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Aldi
11.2023 - 05.2024
Marketing Coordinatng Intern
Marcus & Millichap
06.2023 - 08.2023
Junior Graphic Designer
Local Printing & Design
02.2022 - 02.2023
Social Media Recruiting Influencer
Solar Energy Partners
06.2021 - 12.2021
Gallery Assistant
Radial Gallery
08.2020 - 12.2021
Retail Designer
Delaware North Chicago Bears Pro Shop
06.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Arts, Graphic Design
University of Dayton
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