Nick King Strong
Graphic Designer
Los Angeles | United States
Skills
No information
Interests
Video editing
Skateboarding
Branding
Photo editing
Logo design
Clothing design
Industries
Bike
Lifestyle
Outdoor
Skate
Snow
Streetwear
Trajectory
Aug 2012 — Now
Graphic Designer · Freelance
I have been a freelance graphic designer since 2012 and have worked with magazines, agencies, large wholesalers, small businesses and students.
• Logo, document and technical design.
• Photo and video editing.
• Developed brand identity and graphics packages for multiple clients
• Found visual solutions to meet clients’ goals and needs
• Resolved misunderstandings as early as possible in the design cycle to successfully meet user needs
• Experienced drone pilot
Mar 2019 — Jul 2019
Graphic Designer · Designer Sign Systems
• Created precise technical drawings for the design and manufacturing of interior signage
• Worked with clients to iterate designs and make changes throughout project timeline
• Managed the production of all vinyl signage
• Became proficient with technical drawing and manufacturing in 10 weeks
• Resolved misunderstandings as early as possible in the design cycle
Jul 2018 — Mar 2019
Licensed Sales Producer · Allstate
• Cold-called over 80 prospects per day to obtain leads and sales.
• Maintained pipeline of 1000+ clients to sustain opportunities into the future.
• Exceeded monthly sales goals.
Aug 2016 — May 2018
Graphic Designer · University of Minnesota
• Designed and updated over 100 posters promoting the department’s activities for the new year.
• Worked in an iterative environment and took part in rapid design prototyping
• Translated business and marketing objectives into compelling and emotionally engaging content
• Relied upon to give the department a new aesthetic based on modern health and fitness trends.
• Responsible for department branding via typography, layout, color palettes with style and design consistency
• Created user-centered promotional campaigns
• Cross-functional communication and collaboration across departments
• Partnered with marketing teams to develop creative campaigns
May 2015 — Aug 2015
Graphic Design Intern · Reach for Resources
Reach for Resources is a non-profit agency that strives to help those with disabilities and mental illnesses reach their full potential.
• Designed, created and drafted Annual Report and Newsletter for distribution to 2500 clients.
• Responsible for communicating events and programs through original advertisements.
• Created design deliverables such as news releases, media alerts, digital assets for email marketing and other stories
• Conceptualized and produced a range of digital and print materials including logos, web assets, posters, etc.
Activity
Education history
University of Minnesota
BBA | 2014 - 2018





