Kaitlin Meissner
Selkirk,NY
Summary
Dedicated graphic design professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Manager
Maria College Advancement Department
01.2024 - Current
- Manages the Project Manager and Social Media Coordinator
- Develops and implements creative solutions that elevate the insititutions brand identity and communication strategies
- Through strategic planning and collaboration across departments, ensures consistency and excellence in all design outputs, contributing to the overall success and reputation of the College.
Digital Media and Communications Specialist
Maria College Communications Department
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Worked under Director of Marketing and Associate Vice President of Advancement to determine department goals and objectives
- This position is accountable to independently produce print and online graphic design for the College for internal and external communication and marketing material
- Additionally, the position is responsible for coordinating many of the department's tactical activities, as well as administrative tasks for the advancement office.
Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator
Maria College Advancement Department
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Work collaboratively with the Directors of Marketing and Communications to strategize marketing intiatives and implement them
- The responsibilties in this position include producing video, print and digital marketing for the College
- This work is used to communicate and market to prospective students in order to impact the College's enrollment and financial success.
Education
B.F.A. in Graphic and Media Design -
Sage College of Albany
Albany, New YorkA.S. in Digital Media -
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, New YorkSkills
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
- Marketing
- Communications
- Illustration
- Video Production
Accomplishments
- Capital Region MarCom 2022
- Finalist for ‘Be a Maria Nurse’ in the Marketing Category
- Capital Region MarCom 2020 Award in the Marketing Category
- “Everyday Perfection” Exhibition Signage in Albany International Airport 2019
- Vernacular 2019 (College publication)
- PULSE - Art Exhibit, HVCC
- PULSE 2 - Art Exhibit, HVCC
References
- Meagan Masti, COO at Career Jam, 518.605.6677
- Leanna Reo, Assistant to the President of Maria College, 518.248.0177
Timeline
Design Manager
Maria College Advancement Department
01.2024 - Current
Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator
Maria College Advancement Department
10.2021 - 12.2023
Digital Media and Communications Specialist
Maria College Communications Department
05.2017 - 09.2021
B.F.A. in Graphic and Media Design -
Sage College of Albany
A.S. in Digital Media -
Hudson Valley Community College