Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous Graphic Designer. Knowledgeable about logos, marketing materials, print and website design. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Signarama Urbandale
Lead Graphic Designer
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
Utilized Corebridge to manage client accounts, track project progress, and ensure approved designs were production ready.
Communicated with sales and ownership on incoming job timelines.
Oversaw several projects at once, ensuring all deliverables were completed on time without compromising quality.
Advised several departments on design layouts for seamless production processes.
Presented design concepts to clients in a persuasive manner, securing projects and fostering strong relationships.
The Learning Post & Toys
Graphic Designer, Social Media and Marketing Manager
01.2023 - 05.2023
Job overview
Designed signage and graphics to be used in-store, online, and for branded partnerships across TV, radio, and print.
Advised on social campaign strategies to expand online reach and profits.
Increased follower count by 7,400 across all platforms in 6 weeks that drove nationwide engagement and generated out-of-state sales.
Took creative charge in the filming, photographing, editing, copywriting, and linking of all online content.
Managed company website to ensure all featured products were up to date.
Utilized Google Sheets to track and communicate project progress with upper management daily.
Coordinated with external vendors and suppliers to verify quality and accuracy of printed materials.
Purcell Printing & Signs
Graphic Designer
08.2021 - 01.2023
Job overview
Managed and tracked accounts with the print management software PrintSmith through every stage of assigned projects.
Collaborated with and advised departments on project design and assembly.
Redesigned company website, increasing average time spent on the site by visitors and driving up conversion rates.
Compiled major projects from the company's archives and established a live online portfolio.
Volunteered to streamline online review system to boost Google rankings utilizing Optima SEO and Reputation Management.
Initiated and managed branded social media awareness campaign.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
Think Whale LLC
Graphic Designer
05.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
Spearheaded all creative projects that included a national Real Estate brokerage and their top 100 agents in Southern California.
Developed design content for potential client acquisitions.
Optimized digital assets for seamless integration into web designs, enhancing user experience and site functionality.
Managed new accounts and maintained ongoing client relationships.
Utilized Notion Project Management system for workflow.
Octagon Center for the Arts
Graphic Design Intern
08.2019 - 05.2020
Job overview
Assisted with design of print materials such as flyers and ads by producing basic layouts, selecting colors and tracking down appropriate images.
Revamped wayfinding system for current and interchanging gallery installations.
Used Adobe Creative Suite for new image development.
Created engaging social media content to boost online presence and follower engagement.
Designed brochures and pamphlets for major events including the Business of Art Conference (2020).
Freelance Graphic Designer
01.2020 - Current
Education
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa
BFA in Graphic Design
01.2020
Skills
Adobe Creative Cloud Software
Photoshop
Lightroom
Illustrator
InDesign
Photography Composition
Fine Arts Training
Illustration and Design
Areas Of Specialty
Packaging
Print Design
Branding
Pub Design
Accomplishments
Purple Dragonfly Book Award
SEGD Design Award
IDA Gold Awards
References
Dan Purcell, (515) 333-2453
Kaylee Stiefvater, (262) 389-8405
William Rollins, (858) 264-7720
Stephanie Mathis, (605) 261-4838
Timeline
Lead Graphic Designer
Signarama Urbandale
04.2024 - Current
Graphic Designer, Social Media and Marketing Manager
The Learning Post & Toys
01.2023 - 05.2023
Graphic Designer
Purcell Printing & Signs
08.2021 - 01.2023
Graphic Designer
Think Whale LLC
05.2020 - 08.2021
Freelance Graphic Designer
01.2020 - Current
Graphic Design Intern
Octagon Center for the Arts
08.2019 - 05.2020
Iowa State University
BFA in Graphic Design
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