Hi, I'm Cindy Potter, a passionate graphic designer based in San Francisco with 28 years of experience. I take pride in delivering creative solutions that align with budget and schedule commitments, and many of my clients return to work with me again. I have a background in environmental consulting, which enriches my approach as I work on projects that support non-profit, environmental, water, and infrastructure sectors in the Bay Area. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to collaborate with organizations like the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and various local nonprofits, creating everything from annual reports and brochures to detailed maps and strategic planning guides. I am committed to using my skills to help communicate important messages effectively and beautifully across print and digital media.

Cindy Potter

Hi, I'm Cindy Potter, a passionate graphic designer based in San Francisco with 28 years of experience. I take pride in delivering creative solutions that align with budget and schedule commitments, and many of my clients return to work with me again. I have a background in environmental consulting, which enriches my approach as I work on projects that support non-profit, environmental, water, and infrastructure sectors in the Bay Area. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to collaborate with organizations like the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and various local nonprofits, creating everything from annual reports and brochures to detailed maps and strategic planning guides. I am committed to using my skills to help communicate important messages effectively and beautifully across print and digital media.

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Hi, I’m Cindy Potter, a passionate graphic designer based in San Francisco with 28 years of experience. I take pride in delivering creative solutions that align with budget and schedule commitments, and many of my clients return to work with me again. I have a background in environmental consulting, which enriches my approach as I work on projects that support non-profit, environmental, water, and infrastructure sectors in the Bay Area.

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with organizations like the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and various local nonprofits, creating everything from annual reports and brochures to detailed maps and strategic planning guides. I am committed to using my skills to help communicate important messages effectively and beautifully across print and digital media.

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Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer at San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC)
January 1, 2000 - Present
Provided graphic and project coordination services from 2000 onward. Worked on multiple projects including OneWater Books, Guidebook to SFPUC Asset Protection Standards, Alternate Water Supply Plan, 2035 WaterMAP Guidebook, Water Resources outreach collateral such as brochures and annual reports, Non-potable Water Reuse Guidebooks and graphics, Urban Watershed Management Plan, Wastewater Enterprise Strategic Business Plan, Sewer System Improvement Program’s Urban Watershed Framework.
Graphic Designer at Huckleberry Youth Programs
January 1, 2015 - Present
Produced annual reports, event collateral, advertisements, newsletters, infographics, branding, and website updates and maintenance from 2015 onward.
Graphic Designer at The Family House
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created strategic planning guide materials starting in 2024.
Graphic Designer at The Walden School
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed annual reports, event collateral, advertisements, and newsletters beginning in 2024.

Education

BA, Fine Arts at University of Iowa
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2025
Continuing Education at Miami Ad School
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2025

Qualifications

San Francisco HRC #061015090
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2025
CA State SBE #1141020
January 11, 2030 - August 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Energy & Utilities, Government