PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished Graphic Designer and Print Production Specialist with extensive experience in branding, marketing design, digital and print production, and project management. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat), Figma, and Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems to create compelling visual content for marketing campaigns, corporate branding, and promotional materials. Skilled in managing high-volume design projects, ensuring brand consistency across print, web, and digital platforms, and implementing design best practices to enhance creative output.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Graphic Design & Print Production Specialist
May 2024 – Present | Chicago, Illinois
Work includes a range of past and current projects, such as:
• Rawcut Creative Company: Designing marketing collateral and branding assets.
• Created custom PowerPoint presentations to support client presentations and brand messaging.
• Developed visual identity and comprehensive brand guidelines for businesses across diverse industries including chemical, flooring, construction, and real estate sectors.
• Managed the redesign and layout for Norwich University’s annual Journal of Peace and War Studies, improving readability and ensuring visual consistency throughout the publication.
• Designed a pitch deck for a Dark Energy coffee house and roastery to help increase investor interest and engagement.
CROWE LLP
Senior Graphic Designer & Production Specialist
August 2017 – May 2024 | Chicago, Illinois
• Designed marketing materials including brochures, PowerPoint presentations, eBooks, digital and print ads, social media assets, and conference booth designs using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Managed Crowe’s Demand Center design operations, handling 200-300 projects annually while ensuring brand consistency.
• Maintained and optimized digital assets using Acquia’s Digital Asset Management (DAM) system for improved searchability and workflow efficiency.
• Provided training on brand standards and design processes to new team members and design contractors.
• Earned a promotion to Senior Graphic Designer in 2021 for exceptional performance and contributions to the team.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Print Production Specialist
Feb 2014 - August 2017 | Chicago, Illinois
• Created print and digital materials including brand guides, brochures, catalogs, logos, and social media content using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Developed long-term client relationships through customized design solutions, resulting in repeat business.
Earlier Experience – Senior Graphic Designer / Print Production
ABELSONTAYLOR
Led a team of designers and production artists in the pharmaceutical industry. Oversaw print workflows, maintained brand consistency, and ensured high-quality output across projects.
EDUCATION
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY, Charleston, Illinois
Bachelors of Arts – Graphic Design & Print Production
DESIGN AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Adobe Creative Suite: Acrobat, Bridge, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Express
• Figma, Canva, PowerPoint, Google Slides
• Digital Asset Management (DAM) Systems
• Print Production Processes
• SharePoint, Workfront Project Management