Jeanne DeFauw
Graphic Designer at Jeanne DeFauw LLC
Littleton, CO
In My Own Words
Hi! I am Jeanne DeFauw. I am a graphic designer and small business owner based in Colorado. I help small businesses grow through brand & website development, social media graphics and marketing materials design.
Professional graphic designer with 20+ years of experience. Applied 10+ years expertise in corporate marketing and advertising to building my own e-commerce business. As a small business owner and graphic designer, I have accumulated a wealth of knowledge including: product development, branding, marketing, and management.
Work Experience
Graphic Designer
Jeanne DeFauw LLC2020 – Present
I'm focused on helping small business look their best. I help clients establish and grow their businesses through effective branding, website design, print collateral and social media management.
Owner/Designer
HopSkipJumpPaper™2011 – Present
Successfully created an e-commerce business selling art prints and greeting cards. Hired and managed 8 freelancers to help with production and marketing. Effectively developed new product lines. Worked with various e-commerce, marketing, email, and social media platforms. Grew revenue to $70,000 annually within 3 years. Completed an average of 3,000 orders a year. Conceptualized and executed blog articles, newsletters and social media campaigns that led to a 250% increase in direct traffic.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Jeanne DeFauw LLC2016 – 2019
Collaborated with clients to develop graphics for on-brand marketing based on specific requirements. Projects include proposal graphics, branding and logo design, web design, social media and blog graphics.
Graphic Designer
URS2006 – 2010
Sole graphic designer for the Denver environmental division of this global engineering and construction firm. Supported over 150 people in a fast-paced environment. Designed proposal covers, presentations, posters, brochures, tradeshow booths, and other materials for a variety of outside clients and the in-house marketing department.
Graphic Designer
The Creative Group2006 – 2006
Worked as a freelancer for this staffing agency. Designed and produced maps, marketing reports, note cards, and marketing collateral for a local real estate company.
Graphic Designer
Aquent Marketing Staffing2004 – 2005
Worked as a freelancer for this staffing agency. Designed and produced marketing materials for various companies.
Graphic Designer/Production Artist
Zukor Design2001 – 2004
Main responsibility included producing multiple print advertisements for our client, a home developer, while working within certain specifi cations for local and national publications. Also, worked with a team in a deadline-driven environment to design and produce print advertising, brochures, direct mail, newsletters, and logos. Handled pre-press production, color management, photo retouching, vendor management, and direct client contact.
Graphic Designer
Bear Foot Sports1999 – 2000
Designed and produced a variety of projects including advertisements, brochures, newsletters, direct mail, and logos. Managed printers and vendors while working directly with local clients.
Graphic Designer
Designation1999 – 2000
Designed and produced a variety of projects, including advertisements, brochures, newsletters, direct mail, and logos. Managed printers and vendors while working directly with local clients.
Education
Mauldin High
1990 – 1995
Bachelors of Fine Arts
Savannah College of Art and Design1995 – 1999
Graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design in 1999.
B.F.A
Savannah College of Art and Design1995 – 1999
Studied a mix of design, art history, and software, with a focus on graphic design.
Projects
Website and Branding for AIA Law Firm
https://www.aialawfirm.lawI created branding and a website for AIA Law Firm. The client and I worked closely together to ensure their priorities were met, including making sure the website was informative and drove traffic for potential clients.
Branding and Website for Mariposa Analytics
https://mariposaanalytics.comMariposa Analytics needed a brand and website for their launch. I worked closely with the client to create a unique brand that effectively communicated their commitment to Insight. Action. Evolution. They wanted a modern design using purples and blues.
