I'm a designer with 8+ years of experience in digital and print, translating ideas into visually compelling narratives. I enjoy turning complex concepts into accessible designs that elevate brands and campaigns. I've collaborated with nonprofits, government agencies, PACs, media groups, and corporate brands, delivering print, digital, and motion assets across campaigns while staying organized and on-brand.

Pegah Kavousi

I'm a designer with 8+ years of experience in digital and print, translating ideas into visually compelling narratives. I enjoy turning complex concepts into accessible designs that elevate brands and campaigns. I've collaborated with nonprofits, government agencies, PACs, media groups, and corporate brands, delivering print, digital, and motion assets across campaigns while staying organized and on-brand.

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I’m a designer with 8+ years of experience in digital and print, translating ideas into visually compelling narratives. I enjoy turning complex concepts into accessible designs that elevate brands and campaigns.

I’ve collaborated with nonprofits, government agencies, PACs, media groups, and corporate brands, delivering print, digital, and motion assets across campaigns while staying organized and on-brand.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Design Associate at Share Our Strength, No Kid Hungry Campaign
January 1, 2022 - Present
Translate ideas into clear visual narratives with fresh concepts, strong creative thinking, and a distinctive point of view. Produce promotional print and digital materials—including ads, web assets, informational graphics, motion graphics, and original illustrations—applying strong typography, hierarchy, and visual balance to create accessible, visually engaging designs. Provide design support for state and nationwide strategies to advance grant-making, lobbying, communications, partnerships, and outreach campaigns. Plan, organize, and execute multiple design projects while maintaining brand guidelines and deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Continental Divide Trail Coalition
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Produced the quarterly digital magazine Passages, designing layouts, ad placement, data visualizations, and editorial flow for trail updates, community-focused content, and volunteer contributions. Created engaging one-pagers and annual reports, aligning visuals with organizational branding and communicating achievements, donations, and trail maintenance proposals.
Contract Designer at Veracity Media
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Made project-based digital advertisements and branded designs.
Graphic Designer at City of Alexandria
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Collaborated with the Creative Chief to establish campaign assets and visual direction aligned with CDC guidance. Produced digital and print materials, one-pagers, and social posts promoting COVID-19 public health messages. Partnered with the Creative Communications Manager to develop internal asset guidelines for government departments.
Digital Strategist at American Bridge 21st Century
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Created and delivered digital marketing assets across multiple platforms. Proposed branding concepts for campaigns and initiatives. Created storyboards for motion graphics and explainer videos. Added overlays, graphics, and captions to existing videos. Created single landing pages using Divi Builder on WordPress. Designed paid social media ads.
Graphic Designer at New Home Media Signs, Displays, & Graphics
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Outlined environmental branding strategies for businesses and residential communities. Designed interior and exterior signage. Prepared manufacturing drawings for production teams and external vendors. Mentored junior designers.
Graphic Designer / Customer Service at In Focus Printing, Signs & Web
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Designed marketing materials, including brochures and banners. Composed direct-mail and internal marketing materials. Managed payment processes, invoicing, and coordinated shipments and deliveries. Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establishing scopes for reproducing existing art or managing new orders.
Graphic Designer / Junior Project Manager at Malaya Signs
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Consulted with clients, presented design solutions, and managed project initiatives across commercial and residential design work. Supported the Art Director and Senior Designer in executing complex visual and environmental design projects. Prepared and submitted permit paperwork while ensuring all design elements met ADA and municipal standards. Managed vendor relationships, gathered estimates for outsourced materials or custom work, and provided accurate pricing for clients.

Education

Advanced Design Thinking Certificate at IDEO-U - Online
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Associate of Arts Web Specialist at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2015
Bachelor of Arts Graphic Design at Tehran University
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2012

Qualifications

Advanced Design Thinking Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other