I can build brands, manage design processes, develop tools, and present polished results independently.
I own and operate with a brand design system currently selected for use in active investor pitches.
My contributions span brand development, web design execution, AI-integrated systems & tools, print production, and sales collateral. I have consistently leveraged high-value client impressions and revenue generation with my digital and printed designs.
EXPERIENCE
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Graphic Designer & Printing Lead
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— Project management and oversee printing projects with folding and cutting to specification
— Brand identity development with supportive presentations for internal and external clients
— Social media : photography, copy, design
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— Designed, finalized, printed, and distributed department promotions to fit various platforms
— Art director assistance responsibilities
— Accountable for all designs and digital illustrations for the Outdoors department
— Assisted co-workers to follow branding guidelines and assigned projects accordingly
— Supervised student workers to adhere to project expectations and deadlines -
— Design various digital and printed materials to adhere to a variety of local businesses’ brands
— Utilize Figma to create and prepare wireframes and web designs for the developers
— Create custom digital illustrations -
I established an LLC shortly after graduating university. My enjoyment of working with small businesses and creating custom illustrations inspired the idea to begin a business.
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
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Oak Room Cocktails
Silver - Photography
Knoxville, 2025
Abridged Menu
Bronze - Graphic Design
Knoxville, 2025
Lid’l Dolly’s Quilts
Bronze - Photography
Knoxville, 2025
MBI Social Media
Bronze - Graphic Design
Knoxville, 2025 -
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Merchandise Illustration
NIRSA 2020 - A national student design competition
Graphic Designer of the Year 2021
SHSU RecSports Marketing
"As a student graphic designer and later marketing supervisor, Kelly consistently exceeded expectations. Her artistic talent and illustrative skills were evident in the multiple national NIRSA Creative Excellence Awards she received. Kelly’s ability to transform ideas into visually compelling designs was truly remarkable."
- Art Director of RecSports Marketing
"The typography within Rorschach is exceptional. The beauty and elegance of how the type is handled in contrast to the Rorschach imagery is splendid. - Thank you for your professionalism and dedication to your work."
- Sam Houston State University Department of Art & juror, Henry Ngo, has recognized this work as outstanding
"The illustrations of the cephalopods within these posters are truly beautiful. The use of them throughout the compositions within the other pieces as design elements and form were a great addition that added mystery to each creature. Along with that, their contrast against the black really shows off a dynamic use of color."
- Sam Houston State University Department of Art & juror, Henry Ngo, has recognized this work as outstanding