Hi, I'm Amber Smith, a graphic designer with 10+ years of experience creating print, digital, and web materials that strengthen community engagement and brand visibility. I specialize in branding, layout, and promotional design for events, nonprofit campaigns, public initiatives, and individuals, delivering cohesive, accessible designs across multiple platforms. I thrive on managing multiple projects independently, collaborating with clients to align visuals with goals, and maintaining brand standards. Based in Baltimore, I enjoy turning ideas into polished solutions that resonate with audiences and drive impact for nonprofits, education programs, and small businesses.

Amber Smith

Hi, I'm Amber Smith, a graphic designer with 10+ years of experience creating print, digital, and web materials that strengthen community engagement and brand visibility. I specialize in branding, layout, and promotional design for events, nonprofit campaigns, public initiatives, and individuals, delivering cohesive, accessible designs across multiple platforms. I thrive on managing multiple projects independently, collaborating with clients to align visuals with goals, and maintaining brand standards. Based in Baltimore, I enjoy turning ideas into polished solutions that resonate with audiences and drive impact for nonprofits, education programs, and small businesses.

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Hi, I’m Amber Smith, a graphic designer with 10+ years of experience creating print, digital, and web materials that strengthen community engagement and brand visibility. I specialize in branding, layout, and promotional design for events, nonprofit campaigns, public initiatives, and individuals, delivering cohesive, accessible designs across multiple platforms.

I thrive on managing multiple projects independently, collaborating with clients to align visuals with goals, and maintaining brand standards. Based in Baltimore, I enjoy turning ideas into polished solutions that resonate with audiences and drive impact for nonprofits, education programs, and small businesses.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at The Chantal Aesthetic
March 1, 2022 - Present
Create logos, flyers, banners, posters, and templates for community programs, events, and nonprofit campaigns. Design annual reports and marketing materials for organizations such as The Ladies of Elegance, Inc. and Omega Psi Phi, showcasing outreach and fundraising results. Build and maintain websites for nonprofits and agencies using WordPress, and update Wix sites with current media and announcements. Deliver print-ready files (CMYK, bleeds, crop marks) and coordinate production of brochures, signage, and promotional collateral.
Graphic Designer & Customer Care at James River Printing, LLC
February 28, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Produced print and digital collateral including brochures, newsletters, menus, invitations, apparel and marketing pieces. Prepared files for press, ensuring proper layout, color profiles, and bleeds; assisted with Konica Minolta print operations. Collaborated directly with clients to align visual design with communication goals and brand standards.
Financial Aid Specialist & Content Mgr at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
February 28, 2023 - October 9, 2025
Provided one-on-one support to students and parents, delivering clear guidance on financial aid processes, forms, and eligibility requirements. Designed flyers, promotional materials, and digital content to highlight programs, scholarships, and campus events. Managed and updated web content through Cascade CMS, ensuring accurate, accessible information. Collaborated across departments to improve outreach and engagement, increasing awareness of financial aid opportunities and boosting morale.

Education

Associate of Applied Arts in Visual Communications at John Tyler Community College
August 25, 2015 - May 5, 2017

Qualifications

Adobe Certified Associate – Visual Design Specialist (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
March 1, 2015 - October 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Healthcare