ABOUT ME!
I have always seen myself as a creative person and in my early years of figuring out the right career path for myself, I stumbled upon the world of graphic design. I am truly grateful for the opportunity for creative expression that I have naturally been drawn towards. Graphic design has provided me with a platform to translate my imaginative visions into tangible realities. It's a space where I can seamlessly blend my artistic instincts with strategic thinking, crafting visually captivating solutions that resonate with audiences on a deep and meaningful level.
In every project I take on, I view it as an opportunity to express my creativity. I enjoy playing with colors, shapes, and typography to effectively communicate messages and evoke emotions. This journey of exploration and expression has been quite fulfilling, prompting me to continually expand my skills and seek out new ways to innovate.
Through graphic design, I've discovered a realm of possibilities where my ideas can make an impact. I appreciate the chance it gives me to pursue my passion and connect with others through visual storytelling. It's something I value, and I look forward to continuing to explore and refine my craft in the field of design.
Whether you're in need of branding materials that truly reflect your brand's essence, eye-catching packaging design, or anything in between, I am dedicated to bringing your vision to life. With enthusiasm, dedication, and meticulous attention to detail, I am excited to collaborate with you to create designs that not only meet your expectations but exceed them, leaving a lasting impression on your audience.
When not designing, you can find me exploring the great outdoors, taking photos, spending time with friends and family, learning new recipes in the kitchen or enjoying a relaxing night in with my husband and cat.
Currently transitioning from sunny San Diego to the scenic landscapes of Lakewood, Colorado, I am eager to bring my talents and dedication to new opportunities in the thriving creative community there.
WORK EXPERIENCE
February 2024 - Present
December 2021 - February 2024
July 2021 - December 2021
January 2021 - November 2021
August 2019 - January 2021
June 2018 - August 2019
September 2017 - June 2018
FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Stephanie Jade Designs
Self-starter Graphic Designer specializing in all your asset creation, brand
management and creative direction needs.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Rubio's Coastal Grill
Lead in-house Graphic Designer responsible for asset creation and brand
management and collaboration.
- Collaborated with the marketing team and creative agency to develop
and maintain a consistent brand identity across all platforms.
- Give creative direction and feedback to freelancers.
- Designed and updated brand guidelines and assets to ensure visual
consistency.
- Created visually appealing and user-friendly menus for our restaurants,
considering both print and digital formats.
- Worked closely with the culinary team to showcase menu items in an
engaging manner.
- Designed promotional materials such as flyers, posters, banners, and
digital advertisements for special events, promotions, and seasonal
offerings.
- Ensured promotional materials adhere to brand guidelines and effectively
communicate key messages.
- Designed eye-catching graphics for social media platforms, website
banners, emails, and digital signage.
- Stayed up to date on current design trends and techniques to create
visually compelling digital content.
- Conceptualized and designed packaging for take-out orders, delivery
services, and retail products.
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure packaging designs meet quality
standards and brand requirements.
- Created visually appealing collateral such as point-of-puchase pieces,
swag, and signage for both internal and external use.
- Maintained a library of design assets for easy access by the marketing
and operations teams.
- Assumed photography responsibilities within the company capturing
high-quality images to complement design projects, including food and
lifestyle photography.
- Assisted in lifestyle and studio photography as a model.
- Extremely proficient in photo retouching.
FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Rubio's Coastal Grill
- Responsible for designing and executing visually compelling and engaging
emails based on creative briefs while adhering to brand guidelines.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Airspace
- Took on the role of being the sole lead Graphic Designer and creative
team for Airspace.
- Successfully managed and coordinated graphic design projects from
conception though completion into concrete designs for email marketing,
promotional materials and sales collateral.
- Created and supported consistent themes, logos and graphics throughout
a full company rebrand, as well as assisted in the launch of a newly
redesigned website.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Nortek Control
- Designed collateral for Nortek’s 16 unique brands.
- Transitioned into the role of the main designer for the “Trusted by
millions” home security & control brand, 2GIG, as well as the health &
wellness brand, Numera.
- Responsible for creating marketing materials consistently, including the
production of displays, promotional content, branded swag, packaging,
web graphics, email campaign graphics and print collateral.
GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN
Nortek Control
- Conceptualized and designed branded print and web collateral including
sell sheets, flyers, ads, brochures, trade show graphics, promotional
materials, website and email banners, as well as retouched photos and
updated packaging.
FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Nortek Control
- Responsible for reorganizing branded e-commerce websites, gathering
product data and editing and creating documents, such as sell sheets.
SKILLS & PROGRAMS
EDUCATION
B.S. Business Administration - Marketing
University of California, Riverside
School of Business
2014 - 2018
Honors & Awards
UCR Dean's Honor List - The Dean's Honor List is awarded quarterly based upon the completion of a minimum 12 letter graded units with a GPA of 3.5 or higher, with no grade in any course below a B, and no grade of NC or I (incomplete).
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Received a 3.90 GPA Winter 2018 Quarter
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Received a 3.56 GPA Fall 2017 Quarter
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Received a 3.70 GPA Winter 2015 Quarter
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Received a 3.90 GPA Fall 2014 Quarter
Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women
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Outstanding Attendance - Recognition award for maintaining perfect attendance for weekly chapter meetings throughout the school year.
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High Scholastic Achievement