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Hi, I’m Ann Suerto Kuchma, a passionate freelance graphic designer specializing in print, branding, digital, and spatial design. I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with diverse clients to transform their visions into impactful visual concepts across various mediums. I love managing projects from start to finish while fostering collaboration within teams.
Over the years, I’ve expanded my expertise, leading projects as an Art Director and embracing opportunities to innovate through art direction and creative leadership. I’m always eager to learn and stay updated with the latest industry trends to bring fresh ideas and unique solutions to every project.
Experience Level
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Work Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self Employed
April 1, 2015 - PresentCreative freelance graphic designer specializing in print collateral, branding, spatial design, editorial, art direction, and digital design. Skilled at transforming client visions into impactful visual concepts across various mediums. Proven ability to manage projects from concept to completion, collaborating closely with clients and cross-functional teams.
Art Director at Bottega Louie
July 12, 2024 - July 21, 2025Developed and oversaw clear creative strategies that align with the brand's vision. Led and directed design and production of creative projects ensuring timelines were met. Fostered a collaborative creative environment, leading brainstorming sessions and managing a small team. Spearheaded internal style guides and education guides, worked with chefs for faster menu production. Introduced the restaurant to latest market trends and multiple collaborations resulting in new permanent products sold in the marketplace. Managed workflow and deadlines from start to finish on all packaging including manufacturing processes ensuring quality assurance and accurate delivery times. Lead the team responsible for packaging, merchandising, marketing, social media, print collateral, and email blasts.
Graphic Designer at Bottega Louie
May 22, 2023 - July 21, 2025Sourced vendors leading to better pricing and improved timelines. Designed and executed all merchandise displays for both restaurant locations. Created artwork for social media, email blasts, and internal collateral.
Graphic Designer at Meaningful Works
May 31, 2023 - July 21, 2025Created digital assets for multimedia projects ranging from banners to full catalogs for the food retail industry. Redesigned the weekly ad for a major grocery chain and their new specialty acquisition. Designed brand guideline for a new Native American grocery.
Graphic Designer at Portrait of Nouns Book
December 31, 2023 - July 21, 2025Strategized and designed a book featuring daily illustrations documenting a 5-month stay in Los Angeles during the pandemic. Resulted in sold out books in Australia and sold out first edition books.
Graphic Designer at RSM Design
September 30, 2021 - July 21, 2025Branded and worked on wayfinding for projects for both domestic and international clients. Conducted research for vision palettes, collaborated with a small team to create names and logos for projects, created decks for client presentations simplifying complex ideas for stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at ArtCenter College of Design
September 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020Bachelor of Arts at California State University LA
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007Associate of Arts at Pasadena City College
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2005Associate of Science at Pasadena City College
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2005Qualifications
Winner of the 50books 50covers competition by American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Typographers-in-Residence Fellow at Hoffmitz Milken Center for Typography
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020ArtCenter BOLD Professional Practice Creative Leadership Badge
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020ArtCenter College of Design Entrance-based Scholarship
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020ArtCenter College of Design Merit-Based Scholarship
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020Industry Experience
Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other
Experience Level
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