I am a versatile graphic designer and project manager with hands-on experience in branding, signage, and print production. At FASTSIGNS of Montgomeryville, I led projects from client brief to installation, managed proofs and timelines, and operated multiple large-format printers. I enjoy collaborating with clients and production teams to deliver polished, production-ready assets on deadline. Beyond in-house roles, I freelance for multiple clients, creating logos, branding, signage, and promotional materials. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design Communication from Philadelphia University and thrive on turning creative ideas into effective solutions across signage, packaging, and digital media.

Kelly Szymanowski

I am a versatile graphic designer and project manager with hands-on experience in branding, signage, and print production. At FASTSIGNS of Montgomeryville, I led projects from client brief to installation, managed proofs and timelines, and operated multiple large-format printers. I enjoy collaborating with clients and production teams to deliver polished, production-ready assets on deadline. Beyond in-house roles, I freelance for multiple clients, creating logos, branding, signage, and promotional materials. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design Communication from Philadelphia University and thrive on turning creative ideas into effective solutions across signage, packaging, and digital media.

Available to hire

I am a versatile graphic designer and project manager with hands-on experience in branding, signage, and print production. At FASTSIGNS of Montgomeryville, I led projects from client brief to installation, managed proofs and timelines, and operated multiple large-format printers. I enjoy collaborating with clients and production teams to deliver polished, production-ready assets on deadline.

Beyond in-house roles, I freelance for multiple clients, creating logos, branding, signage, and promotional materials. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design Communication from Philadelphia University and thrive on turning creative ideas into effective solutions across signage, packaging, and digital media.

See more

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer, Project Manager & Printer Operator at FASTSIGNS OF MONTGOMERYVILLE
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Managed full project lifecycle for sign projects from initial client meeting to final printing and installation scheduling; prepared design proofs and revisions, prepress setup, and ensured accurate turnaround times. Maintained client and production communication, vectorized logos from low-resolution images, and operated large-format printers (Canon Colorado 1650, HP Flatbed 750, HP Latex 360) and a Mimaki CG-130 FXII; created dimensional lettering and channel letters; ordered materials and performed monthly printer maintenance. Notable works include Colmar Inn and Tavern light-box sign and Beechwood Gardens signage.
Freelance Designer at Bye-Way Gardens
January 1, 2020 - March 1, 2022
Create logos, branding, marketing materials, and signage for a plant & gift shop; present 4 unique logos for client review and refinement; develop brand guidelines, business cards, flyers, and website mock-ups; manage design and production of promotional materials; set up print-ready prepress files for embroidery, screenprinting, 4-color, and offset; coordinate with print vendors on price, color, quality, quantity, shipping, and lead times; design and layout newspaper and magazine advertisements; match Pantone colors to CMYK; develop exterior signage with permit applications.
Graphic Designer at Denise Nelson Design
February 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Re-brand project for a studio workroom; present 3 logos, update brand guidelines, business cards, embroidered label, and website design; mock-up exterior signage; prepare embroidery-ready files; implement brand guidelines on portfolio website via Squarespace; explore sewing, digital embroidery, and upholstery.
Graphic Designer at Morselife Health System
January 1, 2018 - Present
Design invitations and promotional materials for monthly outreach events and fundraisers; produce save-the-dates, invitations, programs, menus, and information cards; manage proofs and final print-ready files; develop sub-brands for events within the Morselife brand; prepress/export for digital and print formats; liaise with editors regarding file exporting methods.
Graphic Designer at Tina's Natural Products
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Re-brand project for holistic health product line; present 3 logo options and label designs; create product labels for 70+ products, including hang-tags and UV-coated labels; design shelf-display containers with mock-ups and production files; develop 10 box displays with die-cut and precise measurements; collaborate with owner on packaging and display design.
Web Designer (Wix) at Mariposa Farm
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Wix website design for farm business, focusing on branding-consistent online presence.
Graphic Designer at CrossFit Madhatter
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
T-shirt illustrations and related graphic assets for apparel.
Label Designer at Brig O'Doon Coffeehouse
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Juice label design.
Freelance Designer at RU2BUSY
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
House cleaning & dog walking plus related freelance design work across various projects.
Part-time Graphic Designer at TODAY'S SYSTEMS OFFICE FURNITURE
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Part-time graphic design work supporting marketing and product catalogs.
Shift Manager & Cake Decorator at OWOWCOW CREAMERY INC.
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Customer-facing leadership role with product decoration responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Philadelphia University
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Manufacturing, Other