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Victoria Gricks

Victoria Gricks

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Dynamic graphic designer and social media manager with a proven track record at The Corcoran Collective, where I increased a client's social media following by over 3000% through innovative strategies. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and skilled in project management, I excel at creating compelling visual identities that drive engagement and brand success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

GRAPHIC DESIGNER + SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

THE CORCORAN COLLECTIVE
09.2023 - Current
  • Strategically curated content across social platforms, ensuring cohesive and consistent brand identities
  • Pitched, developed, and produced short-form video content, increasing views and engagement
  • Designed compelling marketing materials and unique visual identities tailored to clients' specific needs
  • Increased a client's social media following by over 3000% within six months by leveraging innovative content strategies and engagement-focused tactics
  • Boosted a client's LinkedIn engagement rate to 15% by driving interaction and visibility through targeted content and optimized strategies

FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER

KOONA CREATIVE
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2018 - Current
  • Met with clients both in person and online to discuss project scopes and objectives
  • Advised clients on effective strategies tailored to their specific projects and target audiences
  • Designed unique print and web materials for clients, overseeing the formatting, proofreading, review, and finalization of artwork prior to production
  • Recommended printing vendors based on client requirements to ensure optimal results

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

BAROMETER GROUP
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Created impactful brand identities and comprehensive visual design systems
  • Designed, executed, and refined marketing materials for diverse clientele
  • Analyzed competitors' email campaigns and provided data-driven recommendations to enhance client strategies
  • Developed and optimized email designs for mobile and desktop platforms
  • Created wireframes, visual designs, and mockups for websites to ensure user-friendly experience

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

APPLE BOX STUDIOS
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2015 - 03.2018
  • Collaborated with creative team to deliver graphic support
  • Produced designs for diverse clientele across social, mobile, interactive and traditional media channels
  • Contributed as a brainstorming team member for innovative marketing campaigns
  • Responsible for formatting, proofreading, reviewing, and finalizing artwork to ensure high-quality production standards

Education

COSMETOLOGY -

Empire Beauty School
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2019

VISUAL COMMUNICATION -

Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA
01.2012

Skills

  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
  • WordPress Management
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proficient in Google Docs Collaboration
  • Klaviyo Campaign Management
  • Email Marketing Platform
  • Loomly Management Skills
  • Canva Design Expertise
  • Visual Branding Expertise
  • Professional Typography Skills
  • Corporate Branding Strategy
  • Brand Development
  • Production Art Development
  • Customer Support
  • Quality Control
  • Project Management
  • Leadership
  • Social Media Management

Timeline

GRAPHIC DESIGNER + SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

THE CORCORAN COLLECTIVE
09.2023 - Current

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

BAROMETER GROUP
05.2022 - 08.2023

FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER

KOONA CREATIVE
04.2018 - Current

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

APPLE BOX STUDIOS
06.2015 - 03.2018

COSMETOLOGY -

Empire Beauty School

VISUAL COMMUNICATION -

Mercyhurst University
Victoria Gricks