I am a graphic designer and illustrator with a passion for brand development, visual development, and character design. I use my design skills to help create compelling stories through art and effective visual assets for a variety of projects. Creative, organized, and self-sufficient, I am adaptable and collaboration-focused with strong communication skills. I excel in using industry-standard tools to deliver quality work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining creativity and professionalism.

Addie Patterson

I am a graphic designer and illustrator with a passion for brand development, visual development, and character design. I use my design skills to help create compelling stories through art and effective visual assets for a variety of projects. Creative, organized, and self-sufficient, I am adaptable and collaboration-focused with strong communication skills. I excel in using industry-standard tools to deliver quality work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining creativity and professionalism.

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I am a graphic designer and illustrator with a passion for brand development, visual development, and character design. I use my design skills to help create compelling stories through art and effective visual assets for a variety of projects.

Creative, organized, and self-sufficient, I am adaptable and collaboration-focused with strong communication skills. I excel in using industry-standard tools to deliver quality work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining creativity and professionalism.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed
July 1, 2024 - Present
Discussed client goals and formulated contracts. Created multiple stages of sketches and ideation before final illustrations. Maintained communication with clients throughout all stages of illustration.
Graphic Designer at Adam’s Screenprint
July 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted the main graphic designer with proofs, printing vinyl and signage, and planning placement for garments. Received and organized incoming orders and deliveries. Worked with catching shirts after printing, quality checking, and applying vinyl for specific orders.
Graphic Designer at Adam’s Screenprint, Sherwood, OR
July 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted the main graphic designer with proofs, printing vinyl and signage, and planning placement for garments. Received and organized incoming orders and boxes when delivered. Worked with catching shirts after printing, checking quality, and applying vinyl for specific orders.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed, Sherwood OR
July 1, 2024 - Present
Discussed with the client goals for the final illustration and formulated a contract. Created many stages of sketches and ideation before final illustration with the client. Communicated with client at all stages of the illustration.
Illustrator at GFU Newspaper The Crescent
April 30, 2024 - August 17, 2025
Collaborated with reporters and staff to select articles for illustrations. Met deadlines aligned with new issue releases. Used creative thinking to create illustrations that suited assigned articles and ensured editorial approval.
Illustrator at GFU Newspaper The Crescent, Newberg, OR
April 30, 2024 - July 20, 2025
Worked closely with reporters and other staff to pick articles to illustrate. Kept deadlines with release of each new issue. Used creative thinking to create illustrations that suited assigned articles and ensured editors accepted given illustrations.
Graphic Design Intern at Northside Community Church
January 31, 2023 - August 17, 2025
Communicated with multiple staff to set meetings and discuss projects to complete. Suggested design options and shared knowledge to establish a course of action. Listened to design problems and offered solutions.
Graphic Design Intern at Northside Community Church, Newberg OR
January 31, 2023 - July 20, 2025
Communicated with multiple staff to set meetings and discuss project tasks. Suggested design options and shared knowledge to establish course of action. Listened to design problems and offered solutions.
Designer at George Fox University SOC + D
November 30, 2022 - August 17, 2025
Worked closely with staff to communicate best designs for specific projects. Updated staff throughout the process to make design changes. Established reasonable deadlines for project completion.
Designer at George Fox University SOC + D, Newberg, OR
November 30, 2022 - July 20, 2025
Worked closely with staff to communicate best designs for certain projects. Updated staff throughout the process to make changes to designs. Established reasonable deadlines for project completion.
Server at Red Robin
June 1, 2022 - Present
Worked multiple positions to place myself within the company and develop more skills. Communicated with staff and customers to create the best experience possible. Evolved my skills working under pressure, using fast thinking, and adapting to changes.
Server at Red Robin, Sherwood OR
June 1, 2022 - Present
Worked multiple positions to place myself within the company and develop more skills. Communicated with staff and customers to create the best experience possible. Evolved skills working under pressure, using fast thinking, and adapting to changes.

Education

Bachelors of Arts at George Fox University
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2024
Bachelors of Arts, Graphic Design at George Fox University
January 11, 2030 - August 17, 2025
Bachelors of Arts, Illustration at George Fox University
January 11, 2030 - August 17, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Consumer Goods, Professional Services