Kristen Newman
Creative Director
Huntington Beach | United States
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Trajectory
Aug 2015 — Now
Creative Director · HOM Essence
Work on product design and development for many large corporations, research new trends and keep up to date on what patterns and styles are popular, and create coordinating trend boards and product presentations to be used in sales meetings. Also handle all product photography, as well as prep all final artwork for print, complete with individual specification sheets for each product. Attend sales meetings and trade shows.
Oct 2013 — Jun 2015
Graphic Designer · Anna's Linens
Worked in the Marketing Department on a variety of projects including but not limited to creating bi-weekly print ads, daily email campaigns, social media images, product packaging and labeling, and assorted signage to be used in retail stores nation-wide. Also, coordinated photography management and worked directly with photographers on image direction and approval.
Jul 2013 — Oct 2013
Freelance Graphic Designer · ASE Print & Graphics
Work with a broad spectrum of clients designing various projects such as identity systems, clothing, posters, banners, brochures, etc.
Jan 2013 — Jun 2013
Graphic Designer · JEM Unlimited Iron
Designed identity system for the company. Also, assisted with payroll, invoicing, scheduling, and many other various tasks within the office.
Jun 2012 — Jan 2013
Graphic Design & Layout Artist · NiteGuide Media
Responsible for entire operation regarding magazine, including but not limited to designing layouts and spreads, writing various editorials, creating advertisements, and editing and proofing each issue before sending to print.
May 2011 — Aug 2011
Graphic Design Intern · Quiksilver
Assisted in the T-Shirt Design Department using Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign on Mac OS X.
Created layouts for merchandise books for buyers.
Organized color books for upcoming seasons.
Assisted in various merchandise photo shoots.
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Education history
California State University of Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts | 2008 - 2012