Print & Digital Graphic Designer
Resume:
Kimberly
Volkov
Print & Digital
Graphic Designer
www.kvolkovdesigns.com
***************@*****.***
Kimberly Volkov
Chico, CA 95928
Graphic Designer with 9+ years of experience creating visually compelling designs across various formats, including print and digital, and constantly driven to refine and broaden my skill set. Strong understanding of typography, visual hierarchy, balance, and color theory to develop innovative solutions that align with marketing objectives and enhance brand standards. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). Proactive and collaborative, excelling in working with cross-functional teams or independently. Organized and managed multiple projects under tight deadlines in a fast environment and incorporated feedback to refine and improve designs. Dedicated to staying current with trends to produce fresh, engaging content that aligns with brand guidelines and drives audience engagement.
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Work Experience
Creative Composition Graphic Designer/Pre-Press
Aug 2020-Current Chico, CA
● Developed and execute the creation of over 100 marketing assets for digital and print formats including logos, postcards, posters, flyers, brochures, social media content, labels, banners, trade show materials, tents, signage and large format, promotional items, advertisements, catalogs, image retouching and manipulations, mock-ups, website graphics and packaging designs such as boxes, trays, and bags.
● Managed multiple projects, efficiently organized and maintained a comprehensive library of graphic files for new, ongoing, and completed projects to ensure seamless access and workflow.
● Prepared final print-ready files and sent several various design proofs, preflight client submissions, and troubleshoot production issues, as well as coordinated with the production team to ensure printing details are understood. Assisted in communicating with vendors, ensuring they have the project's artwork and specifications.
● Collaborated and communicated with clients and cross-functional teams, including in-house graphic design team, customer representatives, sales team, and print production staff, to understand project requirements and objectives that align with business goals and maintain brand identity.
● Turned vague or complex directions into compelling, clear designs and simultaneously revised or redesigned artwork through constructive feedback and individual creative ideas to capture brand objectives.
● Utilized Numbering and Complex Variable Data, using Fusion Pro, helping clients keep track of products, and increasing client engagement. Keller Williams Realty Chico Concierge
Feb 2020-Aug 2020 Chico, CA
● Established positive relationships with associates, clients, and vendors while maintaining a professional office environment and ensuring clean, well-presented spaces.
● Responded to calls and greeted individuals with a positive demeanor.
● Supported the Team Leader, MCA, AMCA, agents, and clients while effectively managing daily responsibilities.
● Assisted in telling the KW Market Center story with social media management, print materials, and media presence.
Associated Students Student Graphic Designer
Oct 2016-Jan 2020 California State University, Chico
● Interacted with marketing staff, AS staff, and various programs within Associated Students on branding, collateral material, and digital signage.
● Presented finalized ideas, concepts, and designs to the Design Team.
● Gave and received constructive criticism to edit and finalize designs.
● Designed for various digital and printed platforms, including campaign promotional items, digital display signs/marquee, business cards, posters, tri-fold pamphlets, X-frames, and social content. Managed multiple projects simultaneously and worked in a very high-paced work environment.
Tehama Group Communications Art Director Intern
Jan 2019-May 2019 California State University, Chico
● Interviewed job applicants. Manage and communicate with the TGC creative team. Give and receive constructive feedback when conducting weekly creative meetings.
● Collaborated with the creative team to design a TGC T-shirt to promote visibility on the CSU Chico campus. Created social posts and collateral for TGC’s Chico State Giving Day and recruitment period. Tehama Group Communications Graphic Design Intern Aug 2018-Dec 2018 California State University, Chico
● Engaged in communication with clients, PR staff, or the creative team about the signage/collateral the client or TGC needs.
● Created design solutions that increased marketing and brand visibility for clients on the Chico campus or for events. Visualized the core idea or message for the audience to ensure brand goals are captured.
● Conceptualized a 40-page half booklet, including an accurate map illustration of Lake Tahoe OSCLG event, as well as buttons. Created other collateral projects to promote the TGC agency and its recruitment session.
National Stores Inc. FALLAS Store HR Assistant
June 2016-July 2016 Gardena, CA
● Processed all new hire packets for new hires and rehires.
● Contacted stores regarding incomplete new hire packets.
● Notified the stores of all non-eligible new hires or rehires with adverse notice of background check or E-verify TNC results.
● Managed Payroll Status Change form, including management promotions requiring background checks performed.
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Skills
Adobe Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Print, Digital, Commercial Printing, Pre-Press, Photography, Image Retouching/ Manipulation, Fusion Pro, Product Design, B2B, B2C, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Slack, Canva, PC, and MAC. Team player, Effective communicator, Versatile learner, Strong attention to detail, Thrive in a fast-paced environment, Hard worker, Dedicated, and Organized. ㅡ
Education
California State University, Chico Bachelor’s
Aug 2015-Dec 2019 Chico, CA
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Design with an emphasis in Graphic Design. ㅡ
Certification
Microsoft PowerPoint Certification Career Training Programs from California State University – Chico
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