Kathleen Howe
Garner,NC
Summary
Hello! My name is Kathleen Howe and I'm a goal-driven Graphic Designer successful at applying technical skills to create art to inform and engage customers. Clear communicator and collaborative team player with eye for detail and skilled in desktop publishing tools and graphic design software. Expertise in 2D concept art with a primarily focused on character concepts, UI art, and 3D modeling. Maintains technical knowledge by attending design workshops and reviewing professional publications. I found my true passion for art and design over 10 years ago and I practice my skills of art on a daily basis. I am ready and excited to take on new challenges and progress in my career.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Design Manager/ Grahpic Designer
Underdog Solutions
Holly Springs, NC
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained responsibility for social media content creation and graphic design projects at Underdog Solutions along side other graphic artist within the company
- Assisted in selecting colors, images, text style and layout for each project.
- Designed print materials such as brochures, flyers and posters for marketing campaigns.
- Created visual concepts using computer software to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers.
- Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to create visually appealing designs.
- Produced digital graphics, including social media visuals.
Internship
Marbles Kids Museum
Raleigh, NC
01.2023 - 05.2023
- During my time at William Peace, I was able to get an internship at Marbles Kids Museum, where I was able to work with the Graphic Art Team in creating art for their yearly Kickoff to Kindergarten
- I was also able to learn and help children create art pieces that they could show off on our wall or to their parents.
Sales Associate
Burlington
Garner, NC
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
Simulation and Game Design: Final Senior Project
- Given 8 weeks to create a play-ready creation, my group of 4 was able to create a short horror sci-fi experience
- Through this I learned how to better orient myself and work with others under a strict time crunch
- I enjoyed this experience immensely, as it showed me that I can get my work done with quality I can be proud of even during stressful times.
Simulation and Game Design: Collaboration
- During my time in the Collaboration class at William Peace University, I was working along with six other students, and we were required to make a stable running game in under 16 weeks to show that we were ready to graduate
- I worked as an UI designer, 3D modeler, and concept artist for the game
- Using my knowledge from the final project, we were able to create Relic Wars from start to finish
- During this project I truly discovered my passion for UI art design, determining it was the type of art I really enjoy working on.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Simulation and Game Design
William Peace University
Raleigh, NC05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Simulation of Game Design
Wake Technical Community College, Raleigh, NC
Raleigh, NC07.2021
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Wake Forest, NC06.2019
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator, Substance 3D Painter
- 3D Modeling - Maya, zBrush
- Motion Graphics - After Effects, Audition
- Game Software - Unreal Engine 4 & 5, Unity Engine
- Extra's - PaintTool Sai, Procreate
- Digital Imagery
- Digital Graphics
- Microsoft Office
- Logo Creation
Certification
- C-Certificate, 05/08/2020, Simulation and Game Development Fundamentals I
- C-Certificate, 07/27/2020, Simulation and Game Development Fundamentals II
- C-Certificate, 05/11/2021, Simulation and Game Development Quality
Websites
References
- Vince Roesti - Lead Virtualization Engineer • MetLife, Inc. (919) 710-1584 Cary, NC
- MG Guzik Exhibit Development & Family Events Coordinator • Marbles Kids Museum MGuzik@marbleskidsmuseum.org Raleigh, NC
Additional references available upon request
Timeline
Social Design Manager/ Grahpic Designer
Underdog Solutions
10.2023 - Current
Internship
Marbles Kids Museum
01.2023 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Burlington
01.2022 - 07.2022
Simulation and Game Design: Final Senior Project
Simulation and Game Design: Collaboration
Bachelor of Arts - Simulation and Game Design
William Peace University
Associate of Applied Science - Simulation of Game Design
Wake Technical Community College, Raleigh, NC
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
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