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Padmini Khan

Queens,NY

Summary

Accomplished Graphic Designer offering 14+ years of field experience. Demonstrated success in project management, team leadership and schedule coordination. Fluent in multiple designing programs. Innovative approach to ideas and concept development. 18+ years of experience working in Guyana, Canada and USA in Health Care, Secretarial, Website Designing and CSR. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Graphic Designer

GUYENTERPRISE, INC
12.2020 - 01.2023
  • Collaborate with clients, copywriters, and marketers to define strategic direction for designs based on market indicators and brand identity.
  • Published digital and print marketing highlighting products, consumer education and recognized partnerships.
  • Create a wide range of graphics (both digital and print) eg company logos, brochures, flyers, books, magazines, ads, social media images, Website layout etc.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to client specifications and industry standards.
  • Developed eye-catching marketing materials for various clients, increasing brand recognition and sales.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Guyana Amazon Warriors
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Develop and enhance custom logos and graphics for the team and its organizations.
  • Collaborate with senior executives and markets to define strategic direction for web, clothing and accessory designs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of graphic elements into web and print designs.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality graphic design projects within tight deadlines.
  • Provided expert advice on color schemes, typography, and layout choices to optimize visual impact in various projects.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Guyana Chronicle
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Create images and layouts using design software for newspapers and website updates.
  • Create a wide range of graphics (both digital and print) eg Ads, Newspaper, Magazine.
  • Strengthened company reputations through carefully curated visual content that adhered to established brand guidelines across all platforms.
  • Created compelling visual identities for new businesses, establishing a strong brand presence in the market.
  • Increased website traffic by designing engaging social media graphics that effectively communicated brand messages.

Graphic Designer

Consult PR
04.2019 - 12.2021
  • Creating visuals for various companies (digital & print), social media platforms, including photos, website, logos, banners and other visuals.
  • Coordinating with the marketing team to share insights and strategies, conceptualizing designs in adherence to objectives and deadlines, and preparing presentations.
  • Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on industry best practices and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
  • Streamlined design processes for increased efficiency and faster project turnaround times.

Senior Graphic Designer

Queens Atlantic Group
12.2010 - 04.2019
  • Design layout pages for 4 major newspapers (Guyana,Canada and New York) using design software for newspapers and website updates.
  • Mentored junior designers to foster their professional growth and enhance team productivity.
  • Coordinated with external vendors and suppliers to verify quality and accuracy of printed materials.
  • Enhanced brand recognition by developing innovative and visually compelling marketing materials.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Education

Certificate - Graphic Design 'WITH HONORS'

University of Colorado Boulder
10.2020

Certificate Textual Elements of Design - Fonts, Typography And Spacing

University of Colorado Boulder
10.2020

Certificate in Basic Elements of Design - Design Principles And Software Overview

University of Colorado Boulder
10.2020

Certificate in Graphic Elements of Design - Color Theory And Image Formats

University of Colorado Boulder
10.2020

Certificate in Print/Digital Elements of Design - Branding And User Experience

University of Colorado Boulder
10.2020

Certificate - Project Management

Sophia Online
07.2020

Certificate - Visual Communication

Sophia Online
06.2020

Certificate - Foundation Of English Composition

Sophia Online
06.2020

Certificate - Communication Strategies For A Virtual Age

University Of Toronto
02.2020

Certificate - Google Digital Garage

GOOGLE
05.2019

Skills

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Web Design
  • WordPress
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Production Layouts
  • Corporate Branding
  • Advertising Understanding
  • Project Management Abilities
  • Creative Thinking
  • Attention to Detail

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Freelance Graphic Designer

Guyana Amazon Warriors
01.2022 - 08.2022

Freelance Graphic Designer

Guyana Chronicle
10.2021 - 04.2022

Freelance Graphic Designer

GUYENTERPRISE, INC
12.2020 - 01.2023

Graphic Designer

Consult PR
04.2019 - 12.2021

Senior Graphic Designer

Queens Atlantic Group
12.2010 - 04.2019

Certificate - Graphic Design 'WITH HONORS'

University of Colorado Boulder

Certificate Textual Elements of Design - Fonts, Typography And Spacing

University of Colorado Boulder

Certificate in Basic Elements of Design - Design Principles And Software Overview

University of Colorado Boulder

Certificate in Graphic Elements of Design - Color Theory And Image Formats

University of Colorado Boulder

Certificate in Print/Digital Elements of Design - Branding And User Experience

University of Colorado Boulder

Certificate - Project Management

Sophia Online

Certificate - Visual Communication

Sophia Online

Certificate - Foundation Of English Composition

Sophia Online

Certificate - Communication Strategies For A Virtual Age

University Of Toronto

Certificate - Google Digital Garage

GOOGLE
Padmini Khan