I’m Laura LeMae Morrissey, a creative designer in Portland with 8+ years of experience turning original visual concepts into polished, production-ready artwork. My background spans licensed apparel and consumer products, branding and identity, digital illustration, and print design—using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to make work that meets both creative and technical standards.…

Laura LeMae Morrissey

I’m Laura LeMae Morrissey, a creative designer in Portland with 8+ years of experience turning original visual concepts into polished, production-ready artwork. My background spans licensed apparel and consumer products, branding and identity, digital illustration, and print design—using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to make work that meets both creative and technical standards.…

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I’m Laura LeMae Morrissey, a creative designer in Portland with 8+ years of experience turning original visual concepts into polished, production-ready artwork. My background spans licensed apparel and consumer products, branding and identity, digital illustration, and print design—using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to make work that meets both creative and technical standards.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Chinese
Beginner

Work Experience

Chocolate Maker (Cranberry Sweets & More) at Cranberry Sweets & More
April 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026
Produced handcrafted products while maintaining high standards for quality, consistency, and presentation. Worked efficiently in a production environment where accuracy, organization, and deadlines were essential. Collaborated with team members to support daily production goals and maintain production standards.
Social Content Creator at Ekte Media
August 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024
Designed branded social media graphics and marketing content for multiple client accounts with distinct visual identities. Managed several concurrent creative projects, incorporating revisions and approvals while maintaining deadlines. Adapted creative direction to different brands and audiences while ensuring visual consistency and quality. Collaborated directly with clients and internal teams to transform ideas into polished final assets.
Graphic Designer / Social Content Creator at Valnet, Inc. (CBR.com)
August 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023
Produced high-volume digital graphics, promotional assets, banners, editorial visuals, and social media content for a major entertainment media brand. Developed visually engaging concepts across a wide range of pop-culture topics while maintaining consistent brand identity. Managed numerous concurrent design assignments from concept through final delivery under tight deadlines, applying illustration, typography, composition, and visual storytelling to create audience-focused work.
Art Assistant – E-Commerce Department at Fifth Sun Apparel
April 1, 2019 - May 31, 2020
Created production-ready apparel graphics for major licensed entertainment brands including Marvel, Disney, Star Wars, and Nickelodeon. Prepared and refined artwork for commercial apparel production while maintaining brand standards and technical specifications. Developed graphics within established brand guidelines to translate effectively to finished garments and consumer products. Collaborated with art and e-commerce teams to manage multiple concurrent artwork projects and meet production deadlines, gaining hands-on experience with apparel graphics, licensing workflows, and production-ready output.
Freelance Graphic Designer
January 1, 2018 - Present
Partnered with approximately 15 clients on branding, illustration, marketing materials, digital graphics, and print projects. Managed multiple projects simultaneously from initial concept through revisions and final delivery. Developed original illustrations and branded visual concepts tailored to client goals and audiences, balancing creative direction, timelines, communication, and production requirements across diverse projects. Built long-term client relationships through reliable ownership and collaborative problem-solving.
Graphic Designer / Event Coordinator at Redding Invasion Pro Wrestling
November 1, 2015 - November 30, 2017
Created bold promotional graphics and visual materials for live events and marketing campaigns. Developed audience-focused concepts for an entertainment brand with a distinct voice and personality. Coordinated creative and event-related projects while managing multiple deadlines and changing priorities. Collaborated with team members to ensure visual materials were completed accurately and on schedule.

Education

Bachelor of the Arts in Humanities at Chico State University
September 1, 2012 - December 19, 2014
I minored in Asian Studies and spent 4 semesters studying Mandarin.
Digital Arts Certificate at Shasta College
August 13, 2018 - May 24, 2019
I spent 2 semesters honing my skills in programs such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. I was hired on as an Art Assistant at Fifth Sun Apparel during my spring semester and permitted to work there for credit towards my classes.

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Consumer Goods, Professional Services
    Pro Wrestling Event Posters
    Independent Pro Wrestling Uniting photo assets, a cohesive color scheme, and balanced typographical information, I've crafted intriguing event posters for print and social media for various independent pro wrestling companies. My goal is to place the romanticized aesthetic that goes along with the wrestling show title in question and place the wrestlers in a setting that builds excitement and anticipation for the viewer, enticing them to come see the show! I also work with individual pro wrestlers to create bold and fun designs for merchandise such as graphic apparel, stickers, and photo prints.…
    Horrhaus Strange Victory Album
    The talented musician Daniel of music group Horrhaus worked with me throughout 2025 to create singles art, merchandise, and album cover as well as vinyl jacket and album label for Horrhaus' 2025 album release of 'Strange Victory'. Horrhaus' musical style as well as Daniel's clearly communicated concepts for illustrating a fictional world to match the sounds of 'Strange Victory' was a rewarding and inspiring project. https://www.twine.net/signin…