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Kara Nordstrom

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I have over 24 years of experience in graphic design production, infographics, and advertising. I am dependable, responsible, and determined, with experience working with design and publishing organizations.

About

I have over 24 years of experience in graphic design production, infographics, and advertising. I am dependable, responsible, and determined, with experience working with design and publishing organizations.

I thrive in both team and solo settings, with strong organizational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines. I bring a friendly, collaborative attitude and a track record of delivering brand-consistent visuals across multiple formats.

  • Joined May 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Retail
  • Other
  • Software & Internet

Projects · 1

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  • Graphic Designer

Work experience· 5 roles

Self-Employed · A Touch of Love DesignsJan 2021 – Jun 2024 · 3 yrs 6 mos

Design personalized and custom graphic arts for a variety of clients, focusing on unique and creative designs to enhance brand and personal projects.

Graphic Designer · FreelanceJan 2021 – Jun 2024 · 3 yrs 6 mos

Work with clients to design Google slides, cards, logos, and advertising projects across various platforms, delivering customized graphic arts solutions that meet client needs and expectations.

Senior Graphic Designer · Community Impact NewspaperJan 2006 – Dec 2021 · 16 yrs

Coordinated with sales persons and writers to design advertising layouts, infographic designs, advertising, and web advertisements. Promoted to Senior Graphic Designer and later to Senior Graphic Designer - Advertising Specialist, recognized through internal awards for excellence and 18 design awards between 2010-2021.

Graphic Designer · Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives (AIEC)Jan 1999 – Dec 2006 · 8 yrs
Graphic Designer · Donna's House of Type, Inc.Jan 1998 – Dec 1999 · 2 yrs

Education· 9

Associate of Occupational Studies · Rochester Institute Technology1995 – 1998
Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) Degree · National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, New York1995 – 1998
Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) · Rochester Institute of Technology1995 – 1998
Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS), Applied Art and Computer Graphics · Rochester Institute of Technology1995 – 1998

Certifications and awards

National Newspaper Association Awards2007 – 2012

2012 - Excellence in Typography Arts - Third Place 2011 - Best use of paper color - Third Place 2010 - Best use of paper color - Third Place 2007 - Best use of ad color - Third Place

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