Nicole Callahan
Island Lake,IL
Summary
Creative professional prepared to deliver innovative design solutions. Expertise in developing compelling visual content and marketing materials that resonate with audiences. Known for team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and photography.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graphic Designer and Photographer
American Kitchen Delights
05.2024 - Current
Graphic Design Consultant
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborate directly with clients to design professional and brand-aligned identities, while providing design guidance and strategic advice to ensure visual consistency.
- Design and produce comprehensive branding and marketing materials, including logo design, print materials, and product photography.
- Manage multiple photo shoots and image retouching for a variety of clients.
Graphic Design Team Leader
Velocity Consulting LLC
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Partnered with a team of 5 or more business professionals to target and secure prospects in the Midwestern region.
- Created impactful marketing and collateral materials for newly acquired clients.
- Developd comprehensive brand guidelines, creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and conference booths.
Graphic Design Intern
Jockey International, Inc.
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Designed and produced a variety of print materials such as flyers and ads.
- Created layouts, selecting colors, conducting image searches and placements, and overseeing print production.
- Utilizing Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop in the development of design materials.
- Collaborated with a diverse team of creatives and cross-departmental personnel to execute various retail and marketing projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design And Marketing - Double Major
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI05.2024
Skills
- Graphic Design
- Project Management
- Print Production
- Image Editing
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom
Certification
- Outlook: Time Management with Calendar and Tasks, LinkedIn Learning, 2024
- Outlook Essential Training (Microsoft 365), LinkedIn Learning, 2024
- Conducting a SWOT Analysis, LinkedIn Learning, 2024
- Developing Ideas and Advertising Concepts, LinkedIn Learning, 2023
- Salesforce for Marketers, LinkedIn Learning, 2023
Timeline
Graphic Designer and Photographer
American Kitchen Delights
05.2024 - Current
Graphic Design Team Leader
Velocity Consulting LLC
08.2023 - 05.2024
Graphic Design Intern
Jockey International, Inc.
03.2023 - 04.2024
Graphic Design Consultant
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design And Marketing - Double Major
Carthage College