Mak Johansen
Waynesboro
Summary
Professional graphic design specialist with experience in creating visually compelling and effective designs. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, typography, branding, and visual storytelling. Known for reliability and delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer
Castle Hill Gaming
03.2024 - Current
- Led creative brainstorming sessions, driving collaborative ideation for new game concepts and features.
- Conducted design reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance overall quality of deliverables.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Developed unique illustrations for diverse projects, enhancing visual storytelling and audience engagement.
Graphic Designer
ThingsIMak
08.2018 - Current
- Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Conceptualized unique logo designs for startups, establishing strong visual identities that resonated with target markets.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Designed user-friendly websites to enhance client engagement and improve user experiences.
- Created original illustrations for diverse projects, enhancing visual storytelling and brand identity.
Graphic Designer
Three Notch'd Brewery
08.2018 - 03.2025
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to ensure cohesive visual design across product lines.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to create high-quality visuals for marketing campaigns and promotional content.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Streamlined design processes, resulting in improved workflow efficiency and reduced project turnaround times.
Lead Graphic Designer
GLIMMR
06.2022 - 02.2025
- Led design team in developing innovative branding strategies and visual identities.
- Designed intuitive user interfaces to enhance user engagement and satisfaction.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
Digital Marketing and Graphic Design Intern
NextDay
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Created visual assets for marketing campaigns using Adobe Creative Suite.
- Collaborated with team members to develop design concepts and presentations.
- Conducted research on design trends to enhance project outcomes.
- Assisted in maintaining brand consistency across all digital platforms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Design-Thinking
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia06.2022
Skills
- Logo design
- Graphic design
- Social media design
- Illustration
- Branding and identity
- Asana
- Jira
- Spine
Websites
Personal Information
Title: Graphic-Designer/Artist/Cat-Lady
Timeline
Graphic Designer
Castle Hill Gaming
03.2024 - Current
Lead Graphic Designer
GLIMMR
06.2022 - 02.2025
Digital Marketing and Graphic Design Intern
NextDay
01.2021 - 12.2021
Graphic Designer
ThingsIMak
08.2018 - Current
Graphic Designer
Three Notch'd Brewery
08.2018 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Design-Thinking
University of Virginia
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