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Suzanne Donaldson

Richmond

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic Design Freelancer

01.2023 - Current
  • Designed promotional materials and branding assets for clients including Glasshouse (band) and Tyler Donaldson Realty Team.
  • Created custom graphics tailored to each client’s aesthetic and marketing goals.
  • Utilized Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign to develop logos and promotional designs.

Crochet Teacher

01.2022 - Current
  • Teach weekly one-on-one crochet lessons for girls (7-11), adapting to all skill levels.
  • Create a supportive learning environment to build confidence and skill progression.

Founder and Designer

Svdesiign
06.2021 - Current
  • Design and hand make custom crochet and knit clothing and décor.
  • Manage the brand’s Instagram page utilizing photography and reels to drive engagement.
  • Develop the branding identity for the business.
  • Handle customer interactions including inquiries, sales, and order fulfillment.

Graphic Design Intern

26 Health
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Designed flat graphics for the company's website redesign, carefully considering user interface.
  • Researched, created, and utilized an archive of found images relevant to the company's mission of providing accessible healthcare to people of all identities.
  • Collaborated with the team in weekly meetings to discuss project progress, timelines, and design revisions.

Social Media Intern

Rise and Shine
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Created promotional social media content utilizing both photography and vector illustrations to enhance audience engagement and drive customer interaction.
  • Highlighted special menu deals, restaurant updates, and holiday themed content.

Education

No Degree - Graphic Design

Santa Reparata International School of Art
Florence, Italy

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Atlee High School
Mechanicsville, VA
06-2022

Skills

  • Proficient in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
  • Client communication
  • Concept development

Timeline

Graphic Design Intern

26 Health
06.2024 - 08.2024

Social Media Intern

Rise and Shine
06.2023 - 07.2024

Graphic Design Freelancer

01.2023 - Current

Crochet Teacher

01.2022 - Current

Founder and Designer

Svdesiign
06.2021 - Current

No Degree - Graphic Design

Santa Reparata International School of Art

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design

Virginia Commonwealth University

High School Diploma -

Atlee High School

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