Quinton McKee
Freelance Graphic Designer · Q McKee Designs
Monterey, CA
In My Own Words
Creative and driven Graphic Designer and Creative Consultant with experience in design, print production, apparel design/production, marketing, and illustration. Exceptional collaborative and communication abilities. Skilled in client relations, multi-tasking, working in fast-paced and deadline-driven environments, and very detail oriented. Passionate about art and design. Always striving to improve abilities and work flow. Interests include skateboarding, exploring, collecting, and buying/selling vintage.
Work Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer
Q McKee Designs2017 – Present
I work directly with a diverse range of clients to create original logos, signage, marketing materials, and websites.
Creative Director
Underlime Media2020 – 2022
As the company’s lead designer, I spearheaded rebranding efforts for clients, creating a clean and cohesive aesthetic that spanned from social media pages to brick-and-mortar retail locations. Led the team in creating marketing materials and visual assets for a multi-million dollar company, which included designs for their seasonal apparel campaigns, product packaging, in-store signage, online presence, and more. Created seamless designs for client’s desktop/mobile websites, along with accompanying app designs and management tool customization with a focus on UX/UI.
Graphic Designer & Production
CaLogos2018 – 2020
Worked with hundreds of businesses and individuals to create logos, apparel, and other marketing materials. In addition to design, production services included embroidery, silk screen, direct-to-garment, heat press, vinyl, banners, and more.
Editor in Chief, Founder, & Lead Designer
Never Bored Magazine2017 – 2019
Never Bored Magazine was a (mostly) bi-monthly publication highlighting local artists, skaters, companies, and events. A total of nine volumes were produced and distributed around Monterey county. In charge of magazine’s layout design, compilation of content, collaboration with artists, and printing/distribution. Oversaw a small team of creatives and managed/delegated tasks.
Graphic Designer / Production
Pixels Graphic Design2013 – 2017
Handled concurrent client projects that included digital pre-press, file management, color correcting, photo manipulation, and website maintenance with quick turnaround times. Worked with hundreds of businesses and individuals to design logos, publication layouts, and marketing materials.
Illustrator
Luma2015 – 2016
Infographics, multimedia graphics, design research, drawing techniques, line work, CAD programs, design proofs, & meeting deadlines. Mediums: graphite pencil, colored pencil, ink, marker, & watercolor.
Graphic Designer
Campus Planning and Development Department2015 – 2015
Marketing and outreach materials, social media marketing, staying within branding guidelines, & communication. Projects: brochure, signage, flyers, & posters.
Graphics Coordinator
Otter Student Union2014 – 2015
I worked within the Marketing Department to design event fliers and digital signage for entertainment on campus. Skills: communication & timely project completion.
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