KALI PERKINS
Southside
Summary
Deadline-driven Graphic Designer focused on overseeing projects from concept through final delivery. Successfully creates brand messages, strategies, and key graphic productions. Resourceful and hardworking with vendor sourcing expertise and empowering leadership skills illustrated over 5 years of industry success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Graphic Designer
WEAC TV 24
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed creative design for print materials, social media post and advertisements.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Created digital image files for use in digital content.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
Recreation Manager
City of Gadsden Parks and Recreation
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Organize, lead, and promote events in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies
- Maintain payment plans for events on a professional computer softwear system
- Supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties
- Manage multiple events in different facilities simultaneously
Server
Bama Bucks
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Built rapport with guest with above and beyond service
- Cleaned assigned section of Dining Room on daily basis
- Merchandised food and beverages in informative, friendly and enthusiastic manner
- Executed clear and concise verbal and written communication
- Directed and consistent communication with culinary and management team
- Served guest in responsive, caring, prompt and courteous manner
Certified Lifeguard
Walt Disney World
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Assured environmental compliance and maintained clean and safe workspace
- Followed prescribed procedures and guidelines in accomplishing tasks
- Safeguarded pool areas and enforced rules and regulations in professional manner
- Performed basic housekeeping activities such as checking restrooms, offices, porches and swimming areas
- Continued self-development, provided leadership and actively participated in performance improvement activities
- Required to handle multiple task at once while also providing the best customer service possible
After School Teacher
Mustard Seeds Academy
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Implemented effective student discipline, conflict resolution and helpful student support services
- Maintained safe, clean, orderly and pleasant classroom environment
- Established positive classroom environment conducive to effective instruction and learning
- Administered minor first aid for purpose of meeting immediate health care needs
- Developed and maintained safe, harmonious social environment for students
- Demonstrated patience and self-control in dealing with students and staff
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Graphic Design
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12-2025
Associate - General Studies
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL05.2021
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Social Media Management
- Digital Design
- Adobe Software
- Creative Problem Solving
- Public Relations
- Visual design
- CPR/AED
- First Aid
- Design software proficiency
Certification
Lifeguarding with CPR/AED For the Professional Rescue and First Aid
Timeline
Lead Graphic Designer
WEAC TV 24
07.2024 - 11.2024
Recreation Manager
City of Gadsden Parks and Recreation
05.2021 - 09.2022
Server
Bama Bucks
02.2019 - 09.2019
Certified Lifeguard
Walt Disney World
06.2018 - 02.2019
After School Teacher
Mustard Seeds Academy
08.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Graphic Design
Jacksonville State University
Associate - General Studies
Gadsden State Community College
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