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Hi, I’m Katie Kuczynski, a 27-year-old graphic designer and illustrator from Ohio. I specialize in digital art geared towards a younger audience, with an emphasis on colorful characters, food art, packaging, stationery design, and fun visual typography. My work often includes stickers, character portraits, and other playful visuals for kids and young adults.
I’m a team player who enjoys brainstorming and creative thinking, and I’m comfortable handling multiple solo projects at once. I love contributing ideas and concepts, and I’m happy to connect via LinkedIn or email to discuss opportunities or show you more of my work.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Lead Illustrator at The Daily Grind Planners Co.
December 1, 2025 - PresentCreating illustrations for stickers, journal covers, planner covers, divider inserts, coloring book inserts, and full sticker book pages. Collaborating with coordinators, graphic designers, and brand managers to ensure cohesive products; developing schedules and process steps from research to color details.
Cake Decorator at Giant Eagle
March 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025Creating custom cake orders with various flavors, fillings, frostings, topping styles, and decor. Working with a team under high-pressure situations; decorating special order cakes, display case items, and mass-produced desserts; providing customer service and problem solving.
Apple Artist & Packaging at Candy Apple Company
November 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025Decorating apples with toppings, packaging, labeling, organizing, and prepping products. Customer service; maintaining shop cleanliness; decorating apples with toppings like chocolate drizzle, cereal pieces, and cookies crumbs.
Freelance Artist at Eclectic Cleveland
June 1, 2023 - PresentSelf-branding and marketing; content creation and advertisements; customer service; organizing stock; art commissions and special orders; designing and printing custom clothing; collaborative work.
Babysitter at Freelance/Self Employed - Medina, OH
October 1, 2022 - PresentWork with families with younger children (typically 4-10), including those on the autism spectrum. Create games and crafts to stimulate problem solving and creativity; prepare meals following dietary guidelines; diaper changes and bedtime routines; communicate with parents.
Face Painter at Freelance/Self Employed - Parma, OH
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2019Traveling to event locations; working with clients to realize ideas; maintaining stock of supplies; painting quickly with a steady hand; consistent quality.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design at Cleveland State Community College
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2023Associate of Art in Illustration at Cuyahoga Community College District
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019High School Diploma at Holy Name High School
August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2017Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services
Experience Level
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