Lauren Barone
Graphic Design & Content Marketing Specialist · Humboldt County
Samoa, CA
In My Own Words
Lauren Barone is a Graphic Designer, based in Northern California where the redwoods greet the wild ocean. Lauren has over 5 years of experience in this field and has developed her skills in illustration, social media managing, content creation, email + marketing campaigns, photography, and file + print production.
Lauren cares about intentional connections and feels empowered working closely with clients to bring their ideas into beautiful realities. She is passionate about encouraging clients to pay attention to the details and learn along the way during the development of their projects.
When she is not working on projects, you can find Lauren in nature, moving her body, and connecting with her amazing community.
Work Experience
Graphic Designer
Humboldt County2018 – 2024
Offered creative services to various companies within the community, as well as remotely. Created visually appealing graphics, photography content, social media content, and other media for small businesses. Worked alongside a Head Designer, as well as independently with clients.
Graphic Designer AND Marketing Specialist
North Coast op2019 – 2024
Graphic designer for a member-owned grocery cooperative. Communicate daily with Marketing Director and Department Heads about daily and long term projects for two store locations. Responsible for marketing campaigns including social media, photography, store signage, website updates, and store beautification. Use creativity to effectively communicate and grow customer engagement.
Personal Assistant & Collaborations Manager
Vanja Vukelic2023 – 2024
Personal assistant to a small woman-owned business. Applied my knowledge, organizational and interpersonal skills to varying weekly tasks. Established and managed our collaboration program to enhance engagement and growth on social media. Provided effect and proactive customer service.
Substitute Teacher
Humboldt County2018 – 2019
Qualified by the Humboldt County Office of Education to serve as a daily substitute teacher throughout the many schools in the area. Registered to substitute in any subject class ranging from elementary school, middle school, to high school, or any other charter school within Humboldt.
Graphic Design Intern
Hipcamp2017 – 2018
Worked remotely for Hipcamp. Collaborated with the Head Designer on various design projects throughout the summer. Projects incorporated the use of InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Helped enhance the company’s familiarity on websites, such as Pinterest.
Education
BSc
California Polytechnic State2013 – 2017
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Bachelor of Science in Graphic Communication Bachelor of Arts in Modern Language and Literature — Spanish Individualized Course of Study Concentration in Marketing for the Packaging Industry Packaging Minor GPA: 3.77 President’s List 2013–2014, 2014–2015, Dean’s List Winter 2015, Spring 2016, Fall 2016, Winter 2017, Spring 2017
Yoga
YogaShala Institute2017 – 2018
YogaShala Institute, Marbella, Spain Completed a bilingual 200 hour yoga teacher training. Qualified to teach Hatha Yoga and Vinyasa in accordance with standards of Yoga Alliance.
bachelors
University del Pais Vasco2015 – 2016
Studied Abroad at the University del Pais Vasco, San Sebastian, Spain