Yuri Coleman
Chicago,IL
Summary
With 5+ years of graphic design experience across higher education and corporate settings, I bring a keen eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and effective communication. As an artist, I have pushed the boundaries of formal design principles to create a unique intersection between art and design.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer
ACS Motorola Solutions
Westmont, IL
06.2024 - Current
- Designed digital catalog product flyers, spec sheets, and landing pages for sales representatives.
- Created trade show booth backdrops and pop-up banners to enhance brand visibility.
- Managed internal and external email communications for active campaigns effectively.
- Filmed and produced product videos and animated GIFs for YouTube and LinkedIn using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Photographer
Yuri Coleman Design
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Established brand identities and logos for start-up businesses.
- Developed brochures and promotional materials for Urban Christian Academy, highlighting their programs and mission.
- Managed clients for graduation photoshoots, engagement photoshoots, and wedding videography.
Multi-Media Design Intern
Trinity Christian College
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted Creative Director for Sports Media Day production, including; lighting, athlete photography, and videography for social media, web, and video content.
- Managed multimedia projects for social campaigns, including video editing and motion graphics.
- Collaborated with Social Media Specialist on TikTok ideas, Instagram Reels, YouTube video series, and video advertisements.
- Produced YouTube video series and video advertisements to enhance brand visibility.
Student Videographer
Trinity Christian College
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Captured b-roll footage around campus for use on YouTube and Instagram reels.
- Oversaw live streaming operations for significant events like choir concerts, convocation, and commencement.
Education
Bachelors of Fine Arts - Graphic Design
Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, IL09-2024
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Indesign
- After Effects
- Figma
- Motion Graphics
- Premiere Pro
- Photography
- Videography
- Active Campaign
- Microsoft Word
Affiliations
- Analog Anomoly Experimental Group Photography Show, Parlour and Ramp 2026
- 1st place Graphic Design OPUS Student Showcase, Trinity Christian College 2023
- 2nd place Graphic Design OPUS Student Showcase, Trinity Christian College 2023
- 3rd place Sculpture OPUS Student Showcase, Trinity Christian College 2023
- 1st place Photography OPUS Student Showcase, Trinity Christian College 2021
Websites
Timeline
Graphic Designer
ACS Motorola Solutions
06.2024 - Current
Freelance Graphic Designer & Photographer
Yuri Coleman Design
09.2023 - Current
Multi-Media Design Intern
Trinity Christian College
05.2022 - 12.2023
Student Videographer
Trinity Christian College
12.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelors of Fine Arts - Graphic Design
Trinity Christian College