Hello, I am Tristan McManus, a graphic and web designer with a passion for creating compelling visual designs and marketing materials. I have experience managing projects that require leadership, creativity, and problem-solving skills. I specialize in using design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Photo, and WordPress to craft engaging and effective visual content. I have worked on various projects, including logo design, website development, and marketing campaigns, collaborating with non-profits, sports teams, and businesses. My goal is to bring innovative designs to life that help clients communicate their brand and message clearly and attractively.

Tristan McManus

Hello, I am Tristan McManus, a graphic and web designer with a passion for creating compelling visual designs and marketing materials. I have experience managing projects that require leadership, creativity, and problem-solving skills. I specialize in using design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Photo, and WordPress to craft engaging and effective visual content. I have worked on various projects, including logo design, website development, and marketing campaigns, collaborating with non-profits, sports teams, and businesses. My goal is to bring innovative designs to life that help clients communicate their brand and message clearly and attractively.

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Hello, I am Tristan McManus, a graphic and web designer with a passion for creating compelling visual designs and marketing materials. I have experience managing projects that require leadership, creativity, and problem-solving skills. I specialize in using design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Photo, and WordPress to craft engaging and effective visual content.

I have worked on various projects, including logo design, website development, and marketing campaigns, collaborating with non-profits, sports teams, and businesses. My goal is to bring innovative designs to life that help clients communicate their brand and message clearly and attractively.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Web and Marketing Specialist at Uncover KC
September 1, 2024 - Present
Accessed backend code through cPanel to update WordPress submission form IDs. Curated and enhanced the Volunteer Directory with updated information and SEO improvements. Updated website staff and volunteer pages with cleaner assets. Developed partners page for KC Field Trips with logos, links, and synopses. Designed marketing graphics including posters, pop-up banners, business cards, flyers, and website assets.
Logo Designer at Fierce Banana
May 31, 2025 - July 15, 2025
Recreated the logo for a kids baseball team to align with brand guidelines of the Florida Marlins.
Logo Designer at Kintsugi Warriors
May 31, 2025 - July 15, 2025
Created a vector logo of a samurai mask with gold leaf kintsugi for wounded warriors, including multiple variations and sizes. Developed a brand style guide including colors, fonts, and sizing guides for the logo and assets.
Internship at POAH Communities
September 30, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Designed stylized rent reminders with illustrated seasonal images for affordable housing properties. Created property branding and promotional items such as pamphlets, business cards, and one-pagers. Developed event signs and patches for company retreat emphasizing teamwork and leadership.
Internship at Hopeless Comics
May 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Curated content and data to market a young-adult fantasy novel on social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Established and improved the hopeless-comics WordPress website, enhancing functionality by 76% and SEO by 87%.
Illustrator at KC Urban Hikes
January 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Illustrated digital stickers and assets in Adobe Illustrator of notable landmarks from Kansas City, Missouri.
Web and Marketing Specialist at Uncover KC
September 1, 2024 - Present
Accessed backend code through cPanel to update WordPress backend with new submission form IDs. Curated and improved the Volunteer Directory by updating formats, adding missing non-profit organizations, and enhancing SEO. Updated website staff and volunteer directory pages with cleaner assets and information. Developed the partners page for KC Field Trips website including logos, links, and synopses. Designed and refined marketing graphics such as posters, pop-up banners, business cards, fliers, and website assets.
Logo Designer at Fierce Banana
May 31, 2025 - July 15, 2025
Recreated logo for kids baseball team to align with the new brand guidelines and standards of the Florida Marlins.
Logo Designer at Kintsugi Warriors
May 31, 2025 - July 15, 2025
Created a vector logo of a samurai mask with gold leaf kintsugi for wounded warriors featuring multiple variations and sizes. Developed a brand style guide detailing colors, fonts, and sizing for the logo and supporting assets.
Intern at POAH Communities
September 30, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Designed stylized rent reminders with illustrated seasonal images for affordable housing properties. Created property branding and promotional materials including pamphlets, business cards, and one-pagers. Developed event signs and patches emphasizing teamwork, individuality, and leadership for the annual company retreat.
Intern at Hopeless Comics
May 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Curated and managed social media content marketing for a young-adult fantasy novel across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Established the hopeless-comics website using WordPress, enhancing functionality by 76% and SEO by 87%.
Illustrator at KC Urban Hikes
January 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Illustrated digital stickers and assets of notable landmarks in Kansas City, Missouri using Adobe Illustrator.
Web and Marketing Specialist at Uncover KC
September 1, 2024 - Present
Accessed backend code through cPanel to update WordPress submission form IDs and backend, curated and improved the Volunteer Directory with updated formats and SEO, managed staff member and volunteer directory pages with clean assets and up-to-date information, developed the partners page for KC Field Trips website, and designed graphics for general marketing including posters, banners, business cards, fliers, and website assets.
Logo Designer at Fierce Banana
May 31, 2025 - July 15, 2025
Recreated the logo for a kids baseball team to align with new brand guidelines and standards of the Florida Marlins.
Logo Designer at Kintsugi Warriors
May 31, 2025 - July 15, 2025
Created a vector logo of a samurai mask with gold leaf kintsugi for wounded warriors with different variations and sizes. Developed a brand style guide including colors, fonts, and sizing for the logo and associated assets.
Internship at POAH Communities
September 30, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Stylized rent reminders with seasonal illustrated images, created property branding and promotional materials such as pamphlets and business cards, and developed event signs and patches for the company retreat emphasizing teamwork and leadership.
Internship at Hopeless Comics
May 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Curated content and data for social media marketing of a young-adult fantasy novel on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Established the hopeless-comics website on WordPress, improving functionality by 76% and SEO by 87%.
Illustrator at KC Urban Hikes
January 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Illustrated digital stickers and assets of notable Kansas City landmarks using Adobe Illustrator.

Education

Digital Media & Design Associate at Northland Center for Advanced Professional Studies
August 16, 2023 - May 11, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Retail