I'm Drew Pollock, a highly creative graphic designer with over 11 years of experience delivering print and digital design solutions. I excel at leading branding initiatives, managing cross-channel promotions, and delivering clear, compelling communications for B2B retail networks. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex ideas into cohesive, visually engaging campaigns. Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and marketing platforms, I design for print, web, and social media while ensuring consistency across internal and external channels. I enjoy mentoring teammates, coordinating with store owners, and driving measurable promotional outcomes that boost engagement and sales.…

Drew Pollock

I'm Drew Pollock, a highly creative graphic designer with over 11 years of experience delivering print and digital design solutions. I excel at leading branding initiatives, managing cross-channel promotions, and delivering clear, compelling communications for B2B retail networks. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex ideas into cohesive, visually engaging campaigns. Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and marketing platforms, I design for print, web, and social media while ensuring consistency across internal and external channels. I enjoy mentoring teammates, coordinating with store owners, and driving measurable promotional outcomes that boost engagement and sales.…

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I’m Drew Pollock, a highly creative graphic designer with over 11 years of experience delivering print and digital design solutions. I excel at leading branding initiatives, managing cross-channel promotions, and delivering clear, compelling communications for B2B retail networks. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex ideas into cohesive, visually engaging campaigns.

Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and marketing platforms, I design for print, web, and social media while ensuring consistency across internal and external channels. I enjoy mentoring teammates, coordinating with store owners, and driving measurable promotional outcomes that boost engagement and sales.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer & Brand Specialist at Do It Best Hardware (formerly United Hardware)
October 7, 2024 - May 30, 2025
Created and managed promotions as United Hardware stores continued their transition in the Do it Best/United Hardware merger. Designed custom social media graphics for member stores, Do it Best branding, and holidays.
Assistant Manager – Promotions & Communications, Graphic Designer at Do It Best Hardware (formerly United Hardware)
March 15, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Directed all internal and external communications ensuring message and brand consistency and engagement. Assisted in content, design, and communication for internal SharePoint website and external member website. Executed the promotional calendar and ensured cross-functional teams adhered to deadlines. Planned and executed advertising assets such as radio scripts, newspaper ads, video and audio editing, and print ads.
Marketing Communications Associate, Graphic Designer at United Hardware
January 1, 2021 - March 15, 2023
Assisted in leading brand media communications. Provided online circular program assistance to retailers. Coordinated across multiple departments to manage internal and external communications initiatives. Executed weekly communication through email marketing using Mailchimp. Supported the Assistant Marketing Manager – Brand Development with graphic design for visual marketing, special events, and monthly advertising promotions.
Senior Graphic Designer at Do It Best Hardware (formerly United Hardware)
August 30, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Managed the E-com online Retailer’s Choice system by laying out designs and supporting dealers using the program. Reviewed circulars to validate accuracy of prices, item numbers, and artwork. Collaborated with retailers and district managers to create customized store décor signage. Oversaw and designed custom website banners for both United Hardware website and app, working alongside merchandise managers. Assisted Graphic Layout Designers and provided direction when the Senior Creative Marketing Manager was off site.
Graphic Layout Designer at United Hardware Distributing
July 7, 2015 - August 30, 2019
Created electronic layouts and prepress work for monthly circulars. Produced quality eye-catching advertising pieces as directed. Managed image resizing, naming, and saving on request. Developed and produced monthly price cards. Uploaded files to production house FTP sites in correct format for printing.
Graphic Artist at E&M Consulting, Inc.
July 15, 2013 - July 3, 2015
Developed ads for businesses advertising in trade association publications. Followed up with potential advertisers via phone, email, or fax. Designed covers, headers, and footers for publications. Organized and reformatted information in layouts from Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, and PDFs. Placed ads in publication layouts and implemented changes from content editors. Monitored print projects and open ad space in layouts.

Education

B.A. at University of Iowa
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2013
Certificate - UX/UI Boot Camp at University of Minnesota - College of Continuing & Professional Studies
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at University of Iowa
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communications; Art (Graphic Design Emphasis) at University of Iowa
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013
Certificate in UX/UI Boot Camp at University of Minnesota - College of Continuing & Professional Studies
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

UX/UI Boot Camp Certificate
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Dean's List (Two Semesters)
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Wholesale & Distribution, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Other