Hi, I'm K.L. Benedetto. I blend design, branding, and communications to help organizations tell their stories through print, digital, and experiential media. I thrive at the intersection of creative design, copywriting, and project leadership, collaborating with diverse teams—from startups to nonprofits and Fortune 500 partners—to deliver compelling branding, marketing collateral, and effective programs.

K.L. Benedetto

Hi, I'm K.L. Benedetto. I blend design, branding, and communications to help organizations tell their stories through print, digital, and experiential media. I thrive at the intersection of creative design, copywriting, and project leadership, collaborating with diverse teams—from startups to nonprofits and Fortune 500 partners—to deliver compelling branding, marketing collateral, and effective programs.

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Hi, I’m K.L. Benedetto. I blend design, branding, and communications to help organizations tell their stories through print, digital, and experiential media.

I thrive at the intersection of creative design, copywriting, and project leadership, collaborating with diverse teams—from startups to nonprofits and Fortune 500 partners—to deliver compelling branding, marketing collateral, and effective programs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Executive Communications Director at ClicClix Media Group
December 1, 2014 - November 21, 2025
Crafted compelling print and media collateral to advance branding goals; consulted directly with clients, entrepreneurs, media entities, and nonprofits to define brand identities; implemented new systems to streamline administrative processes, boosting productivity; managed budgets and scheduling while coordinating vendor contracts to save costs; collaborated with marketing to develop creative concepts and led multi-project timelines to on-time delivery.
Account Manager at Employ Printing
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Managed a portfolio of 800+ key accounts, consistently exceeding sales targets by an average of 25%; built and maintained strong client relationships with a 90% retention rate; identified upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts, driving 25% annual revenue growth.
Retail Customer Service Associate at FedEx Office
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Consulted with customers to understand needs and provided expertise in wide-format printing, signs and graphics, as well as shipping product lines.
Managing Partner at Fastsigns Bethpage (formerly SignMeUp)
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Expert in signage, graphic design, sign permit services, sign violation removal, project management, direct marketing, and marketing trade show collateral; fostered strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 companies.
Creative Director - Kids For Christ (Church School Program) at Bethel AME Church (Westbury)
June 1, 2015 - June 1, 2015
Co-created the program curriculum; produced 30 multimedia, interactive PowerPoint lessons for classroom use; instructed students in religious instruction.
Adjunct Professor at Career Education Corp. (SBI Campus, Briarcliffe College)
May 1, 2010 - May 1, 2010
Taught Graphic Design, Web Design, Animation, and Career Preparation; developed curricula, graded assignments and exams, and provided guidance and support to students.

Education

Master of Arts in Communications at New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)
May 1, 2004 - May 1, 2004
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies at SUNY Old Westbury
May 1, 1992 - May 1, 1992
Master of Arts in Communications at NYIT
May 1, 2004 - May 1, 2004
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies at SUNY Old Westbury
May 1, 1992 - May 1, 1992

Qualifications

Life Insurance
January 11, 2030 - November 21, 2025

Industry Experience

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