Natalie Kechian

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Graphic Designer + Art Director
Costa Mesa | United States

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In my own words

Natalie

CA STYLE // NY PACE Experienced and well-rounded creative specializing in Advertising & Marketing, Action Sports, Retail and Experiential Design.

Art // Live Music // Cats // Yoga // Craft Beer

Trajectory

Jul 2022 — Now
Design Director · AkinsParker
Design lead on all creative initiatives, executing projects from ideation and conception to final completion Manages a team of designers and creatives Works with a range of clients including Irvine Company and Toyota
Feb 2012 — Now
Graphic Designer + Art Director · Freelance
Previously Senior Graphic Designer at Culture Collide Magazine in LA. Worked on various projects including print layout/editorial design, branding, photo editing and retouching, ad design, POS material, promotional/ event material, website and digital asset design, and logo design.
Oct 2020 — Jun 2022
Senior Graphic Designer, Emphasis on Brand · TRAFFIK
Produces fresh, innovative concepts and designs that demonstrate vision and leadership in advertising and marketing Extensive knowledge in creating and developing concepts for advertising campaigns Designs collateral for digital and print marketing, including but not limited to web pages, emails, social posts, ads, brochures, direct mail and trade show graphics for clients including HID Global, Blue Cross & Blue Shield and Edwards LifeSciences Designer on all proposals and pitch decks presented to potential and existing clients Created, streamlined and implemented agency-wide branded design and process templates
Jul 2017 — Aug 2020
Senior Graphic Designer · Boot Barn
Managed a design team under the creative director Designed print pieces, coordinated with internal and external teams from conception to final product Responsible for all in-store signage and direct mail pieces from design and layout, selecting and editing images, reviewing with buyers and vendors, color proofing and print coordination Photo editor and compositor for all print, digital, OOH and social content Worked in tandem with the marketing and digital teams. Sent out finished assets for email and digital use by required deadlines
Nov 2015 — Mar 2017
Graphic Designer · SPMDesign
Conceptualized, designed, and created graphic elements for clients, who included Google, Go Pro, Nike, Converse, Skechers, Asics, Quiksilver, Roxy, DC Shoes, Tilly’s, BeCore, Native Shoes, Weedmaps, The Berrics, Etnies, World Surf League and Torrid Created 3D renderings of design concepts for POP, retail fixtures, window installations, product packaging and special events Designed POP displays, window displays and other collateral materials for multiple brands Collaborated with management to translate goals into unique brand and product experiences
Feb 2013 — Oct 2014
Graphic Designer & Art Director · Who Is Who, Inc
Re-branded Medical Professionals Solutions company and started magazine publication from concept to final product Reviewed and approved designs, artwork, photography, and graphics for all projects. Established protocol and procedures for design team. Designed client and company print media and built custom designed websites. Post Production Editor and created commercials for broadcast & company videos for events.

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Education history

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Queens College

BA | 2009 - 2012

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