Graphic Designer

• Mar 2022 - Present

Freelance Graphic Designer

• Jan 2019 - Present

• Designing advertisements, artwork, brochures, logos, magazine covers, signs, stickers, tee shirts, web pages and other branding and communication materials • Meeting or communicating with clients to understand what they want out of a project, and helping them get those ideas out in a workable way. • Developed logos for various companies; created concept sketches and thumbnails using client inspirations. • Designed the layout and format of creative projects, print work, and advertising using InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator • Revising a design or project deliverable to meet specifications. • Design marketing advertisements for email, social media and print collateral. • Stay up to date on new design trends • Create web stores on Shopify for clients to promote and sell their products Show less

Owner / Operator

• Jan 2012 - Present

-Create custom designed new and re-purposed furniture and unique home goods items -Work one on one with clients -Post content to social media including Instagram and Facebook -Create custom designed new and re-purposed furniture and unique home goods items -Work one on one with clients -Post content to social media including Instagram and Facebook

Visual Merchandiser

• Aug 2019 - Mar 2022

Plan and implement proper execution of all visuals (mannequins, forms, displays, lighting and graphics) to deliver a consistent shopping experience. - Implement all aspects of merchandise visual presentation consistently according to Corporate standards and directives - Maintain a neat, clean and organized work and storage area - Ensure installation of all graphic collateral as directed. Report missing or damaged collateral - Oversee installation and timing of company directives in partnership with Store management - Oversee and maintain daily standards of all mannequins, forms, displays and graphics - Communicate regularly with Store associates and executives to align Corporate priorities - Inform District Visual Lead and Store management team on any discrepancies - Effectively use company tools to plan, communicate and share information with Store associates and executives - Execute and maintain the stores merchandise and visual presentation across all forms, fixtures and signing Show less

Creative Content Manager

• Aug 2018 - Jan 2019

• Created various designs for promotional products and apparel for domestic and international clients.• Developed creative content for company social media pages; photographed and/or took video of finishedproducts to share case studies of promotional product success stories.• Designed and maintained company websites utilizing WordPress, Weebly, and Wix.• Designed and executed marketing ads and promotions on Facebook, Instagram, and company website.• Designed the layout and format of creative projects, print work, and advertising using InDesign, Photoshop,and Illustrator.• Advised clients on printing trends, design processes, and product costs.• Gathered information on clients’ backgrounds to gain inspiration for branding platforms, business cards,websites, templates, and posters.• Created monthly print newsletters using InDesign; ensured links, bleed marks, and color tones match clients’needs for printing purposes.• Developed logos for various companies; created concept sketches and thumbnails using client inspirationsand used client feedback to render/revise designs.• Utilized Photoshop to design digital billboards; collaborated with clients on content, color correction, andimagery.• Collaborated with Marketing teams and Leadership to communicate changes and progress of client requests. Show less

Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator

• May 2017 - Aug 2018

• Received requests from Sales Representatives to conduct various creative tasks for clients, including customscreen-printed designs, logo placements, and promotion products for mock ups.• Created mock ups and designs and sent presentation to Sales Representatives for distribution to clients.• Sent approved designs to the factory; created separations for screen printing or sublimated and cut-and-sewapparel for a vendor.• Reviewed proofs received from vendors to ensure information was accurate and approved or denied.• Created flyers and ads for monthly specials, distributed to Sales Representatives, and uploaded to Facebook,Instagram, and company website.• Collaborated with the President, Vice President, and Sales Representatives to finalize flyers. Show less

Warehouse Manager and Marketing Assistant

• Jun 2014 - May 2017

• Received and shipped packages and coordinated deliveries for an 11,000 square foot warehouse.• Ensured the warehouse remained clean and organized to streamline the shipping process.• Designed logos, tee shirts, jerseys, and other promotional products for sports teams and corporate companies.• Photographed products for uploading to social media platforms and company website.• Collaborated with Sales Representatives to design marketing materials.

IT Quality Assurance

• Oct 2012 - Jun 2014

-Corrected exterior quality mistakes using Photoshop -Scanned projects quickly and efficiently to detect probable issues -Used Acrobat to fix compatibility problems -Corrected exterior quality mistakes using Photoshop -Scanned projects quickly and efficiently to detect probable issues -Used Acrobat to fix compatibility problems

Graphic and Layout Designer

• Nov 2012 - Aug 2013

• Designed page layouts for up to 5 monthly stories and up to 3 recurring stories; received copy from Writers, placed into the page layout, and added photos when needed. • Sent proofs to the CEO and Editor to ensure approval of layout design. • Developed creative ways to make stories more visually appealing by adding more interest to the photo and made photos to appear to pop off the page. • Uploaded each issue to the company website and checked hyperlinks to ensure they functioned properly. Show less