Lakeya Johnson
Garden City
Summary
Dynamic graphic designer with extensive experience at Raw International Ministries, excelling in visual communication and project management. Proven track record of delivering innovative marketing materials that exceed client expectations. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and skilled in fostering collaborative relationships to drive successful outcomes. Committed to elevating brand presence across multiple platforms.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelancer
Greater Allen Cathedral
Queens
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to develop creative ideas for upcoming projects.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Freelance Graphic Designer
New Birth Missionary Baptist
Atlanta
04.2020 - Current
- Developed graphics, logos and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
- Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction of design deliverables.
- Produced promotional displays, packaging and marketing collateral for retail environments.
- 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.
- Edited photographs for use in digital media platforms including web banners and social media posts.
Senior Graphic Designer
Raw International Ministries
Long Island
01.2012 - Current
- Consult with client to plan, design and develop most appropriate visual layout and communication materials for yearly conference to be distributed to 3,000 conference attendees.
- Developed numerous marketing projects (ads, logos, brochures, newsletters, key chains, pens, emails, presentation banners and web advertisement, etc.) and guaranteed that the products exceeded client's expectation.
- Developed creative concept with a focus to brand client's company on all media platforms (book cover design, Word Network video production, web ads, etc.).
- Skilled in: Adobe Create Suite (Photoshop, InDesign Illustrator), Web and Social Media Techniques, RSS and general web 2.0 techniques.
- Website Design Software: WordPress, XHTML/HTML5/CSS, Bootstrap and other web frameworks.
- Other Proficiency in: Flash, After Effects, Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visual Studio.
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Touro College
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Company Overview: Department of Web & Multimedia
- Utilize variety of technologies and instructional methodologies to keep courses fresh and engaging.
- Work with individual students to improve understanding and course grades.
- Help students develop talent through range of exercises readings and discussions.
- Department of Web & Multimedia
- Engaged students through interactive activities that encouraged critical thinking about course material.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and assignments.
- Encouraged open dialogue between faculty members and students during classes.
Recruitment Unit Intern
NYC Department of Correction
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Demonstrated ability to design, plan and implement the creative concept for the Youth Explorers Program brochure and information sheet for the Recruitment Unit.
- Developed the visual aspects of the print and advertisement material of the DOC career fair, candidate information cards and brochure.
- Interpreted informational data to be reproduced in graphic form using a variety of computer-driven tools and media.
- Communicated with other Department graphic artists; produced mock-ups and layouts for review to ensure DOC-specific colors, shields and language were adhered to.
- Photographer in selected 'brown-bag lunches' with key department leaders to be distributed on the DOC website.
- Maintained familiarity with all related emerging technologies.
Evening Program Manager
Police Athletic League (PAL)
NY
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Senior graphic designer on print materials, brochures, posters and informative displays for distribution to youth and community stakeholders.
- Created and supervised youth advisory council/ core leadership team (CLT).
- Trained, supported, advised and evaluated young leaders on how to increase their capacity for Advocacy within their communities.
- Designed and implemented several successful creative print campaigns including the talent shows.
- Developed short and long term plans for the PAL program.
- Monitored progress, assured adherence to organizational standards and evaluated performance of Participants.
- Created organizational policies and procedures for implementation.
- Created curriculum for national circulation.
Graphic Designer
Cheap Cheap Printing
NY
10.2010 - 08.2011
- Planned and illustrated concepts by designing rough layout of art; determined arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
- Prepared finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment; purchasing from vendors.
- Ensured operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting mal-functions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories and evaluating new equipment.
- Completed projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, print, etc.
- Maintained technical knowledge by attending design workshops; reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
Education
Master of Arts - Web and Multimedia
Touro College
Manhattan, NY07.2025
Associate of Science - Graphic Design
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Communication Technology
York College
Jamaica, NYSkills
- Adobe Create Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
- Web and Social Media Techniques
- RSS
- Website Design Software
- Visual communication
- Project management
- Web design
- After Effects
- Pro Tools
- Final Cut Pro
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Visual Studio
- Graphic design
Websites
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Freelancer
Greater Allen Cathedral
11.2024 - Current
Freelance Graphic Designer
New Birth Missionary Baptist
04.2020 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Touro College
09.2017 - 07.2019
Recruitment Unit Intern
NYC Department of Correction
06.2016 - 09.2016
Evening Program Manager
Police Athletic League (PAL)
08.2014 - 06.2015
Senior Graphic Designer
Raw International Ministries
01.2012 - Current
Graphic Designer
Cheap Cheap Printing
10.2010 - 08.2011
Master of Arts - Web and Multimedia
Touro College
Associate of Science - Graphic Design
Kingsborough Community College
Bachelor of Science - Communication Technology
York College
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