KENDELL JAMES KLYNN MEARES
KEY SKILLS Product & Visual Design
UX/UI Research
Prototyping
Content Strategy
Design Systems
Storytelling through Design
Usability & Accessibility
Branding, Cross-Functional
Collaboration
Team Management &
Mentorship
SaaS Design
Cross-Functional Collaboration
AI Tools for Design
EDUCATION
Gulf Coast High School Sept 2001 – Jun 2005
High School Diploma, Honors Graduate
Final CGPA: 3.80
Edison State College Jul 2006 – Jun 2010
Bachelor of Arts
Final CGPA: 3.90
WORK
EXPERIENCE
Digital/Graphic Design Consultant, NAACP
Designed integrated advocacy campaigns (web, email, SMS, social) that simplified complex policy issues for national audiences. Developed reports, presentations, and branded systems that aligned cross- functional teams under a unified content strategy. Enhanced usability and readability of member-facing materials, improving clarity and impact for diverse communities.
Strategic Initiatives Manager & Senior Graphic Designer, Popular Democracy
DirecteLed the rebrand and design system for a national campaign, increasing visibility and usability of digital assets by 65%. Partnered with product, engineering, and organizing teams to deliver multimedia content strategies that engaged 100K+ supporters. Produced high-impact, user-centered content experiences — from digital trainings to viral videos — that were featured in national press. Graphic Design Consultant, Social Movement Technologies Nov 2024 – Present Directed the creation of multi-channel content toolkits that transformed complex political data into intuitive visuals, mobilizing audiences of 10K–100K+. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize user journeys and workflows, ensuring accessibility and clarity across campaigns. Leveraged AI and rapid prototyping to streamline production cycles, improving content turnaround time and audience engagement.
Designer and creative strategist with 10+ years of experience transforming complex ideas into simple, intuitive, and engaging experiences. Skilled at building empathy through research, translating insights into design solutions, and delivering cross-platform assets that improve usability and impact. Experienced in SaaS design, branding, and digital storytelling, with a strong record of collaboration with product, engineering, and organizing teams.
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Jan. 2019 - Mar. 2024
July 2018 – Dec 2019
*Additional Information Available Upon Request