EDUCATION

Drake University
BFA Graphic Design
Studio Focus | Printmaking
AWARDS
Fine Art Awards
Provost Purchase Award
Judy Smith Award
Juried Show Exhibitor
Recognition
Engaged Citizen & Experiential
Learning Showcase | Presenter
Drake Community Press | Member
AIGA Design Assign Gala | Presenter
Offces Held
AIGA Drake Student Chapter | President
AIGA Iowa Board Member | Secretary
NOTABLE SKILLS
Profcient in Adobe Creative Suite
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop,
Dreamweaver, Flash, Muse
Experience with CSS and HTML
Custom Type Design
Typography
Print and Digital Publications
Multilingual Signage
Layout Design
Branding
Research Based Design
Social Media
Web Design
Account Management
Client Relations
Written Communications
Studio Arts
Printmaking, Drawing,
Painting, and Sculpture
EXPERIENCE
Hott off the Press Printing Co.
Graphic Designer MAY 2014-PRESENT
Design printed materials for many local and national clients
Design and prepare fles for digital and offset printing
Create and manage multiple websites using Adobe Muse and Business Catalyst
Manage all company marketing and assist clients with their marketing plans and materials
Work with clients and outside vendors to complete projects on time and within a set budget
Community Engagement and Service-Learning, Drake University Provost
Graphic Design and Marketing Ambassador MAY 2013-JUNE 2014
Designed marketing materials for in-house project managers and community partners
Adhered to Drake University and client branding standards while also fulflling project requirements
Developed social media standards for project managers to follow while updating social media outlets
Managed department websites, social media, and external & internal communications
Maintained relationships with community partners and was available to clients at all times
Shared volunteer and service opportunities with Drake students and the surrounding community
Found creative and clear solutions to further engage with Drake students and community members
Created and maintained multiple identity systems for community based projects and partners
Anderson Gallery
Graphic Design and Marketing Intern JANUARY 2013-MAY 2014
Independently curated annual juried art show and designed all related print materials
Worked with visiting artists to plan and execute show layouts and related event promotion
Served as docent for community members and students touring the gallery
Designed print and web materials to inform the community of gallery events
Lead a team of gallery employees tasked with installing and striking shows
Simply L Marie
Freelance Graphic Design JANUARY 2013-PRESENT
Interpret the needs of clients and reach successful solutions for each client
Teach clients to view design as a problem solving tool, rather than decoration
Understand client budgetary constraints and work within these for each project
Communicate with clients about how to best reach their goals through design
Manage creative, legal, and fnancial aspects of business
Graphic Design & Marketing Consultant JANUARY 2014-PRESENT
Oversee design and marketing decisions for Drake Universitys Community Service Advisory Board
Prepare design and marketing materials for the 2014 Engaged Citizen Conference
AIGA Drake Student Chapter
President SEPTEMBER 2011-NOVEMBER 2013
Served as a liaison between student members, faculty advisors, and the AIGA Iowa board members
Scheduled and lead meetings for a group of 10+ members
Served as a resource for members, informing them of area events and opportunities
AIGA Iowa Board Member
Secretary MAY 2014-PRESENT
Attend monthly board meetings, take notes, and disseminate those notes to other board members
Manage communications with volunteers and donors
Proofread all communications and promotional materials prior to release
Schedule monthly board meeting dates, times, and locations
Work with vendors to fnd a space for each meeting and other events planned by the board
Lauren Oliver graphic design