I’m a Chicago-based graphic designer and marketing professional with a BFA in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign. My experience spans corporate, real estate, and financial industries, with roles at companies like Bradford Allen, Littelfuse Inc., and OneAmerica Financial. I specialize in creating visually engaging marketing materials, brand campaigns, and digital content that blend creativity with strategy. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Microsoft Office, I’m passionate about telling stories through design—whether it’s developing thought leadership content, managing brand visuals, or producing print and digital assets under tight deadlines. I bring a collaborative, detail-driven approach and thrive in fast-paced environments where creative problem-solving makes an impact.

Colton McNamara

I’m a Chicago-based graphic designer and marketing professional with a BFA in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign. My experience spans corporate, real estate, and financial industries, with roles at companies like Bradford Allen, Littelfuse Inc., and OneAmerica Financial. I specialize in creating visually engaging marketing materials, brand campaigns, and digital content that blend creativity with strategy. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Microsoft Office, I’m passionate about telling stories through design—whether it’s developing thought leadership content, managing brand visuals, or producing print and digital assets under tight deadlines. I bring a collaborative, detail-driven approach and thrive in fast-paced environments where creative problem-solving makes an impact.

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I’m a Chicago-based graphic designer and marketing professional with a BFA in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign. My experience spans corporate, real estate, and financial industries, with roles at companies like Bradford Allen, Littelfuse Inc., and OneAmerica Financial. I specialize in creating visually engaging marketing materials, brand campaigns, and digital content that blend creativity with strategy. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Microsoft Office, I’m passionate about telling stories through design—whether it’s developing thought leadership content, managing brand visuals, or producing print and digital assets under tight deadlines. I bring a collaborative, detail-driven approach and thrive in fast-paced environments where creative problem-solving makes an impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Production Designer at OneAmerica Financial
July 1, 2025 - August 18, 2025
Focused on executing high-quality, brand-compliant print and digital materials with speed and accuracy, supporting marketing and compliance teams in delivering polished, trustworthy client communications.
Graphic Designer at Littlefuse, Inc.
December 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Created technical B2B marketing assets—from data sheets to trade show graphics—that balanced creative design with precise, globally consistent communication for engineering and manufacturing audiences.
Associate Graphic Designer at Bradford Allen
July 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Designed marketing materials and digital content for a Chicago-based real estate firm, ensuring brand consistency while translating complex property data into clear, compelling visuals for brokers and clients.
Production Designer at OneAmerica Financial
July 31, 2025 - September 18, 2025
Executed high-quality, brand-compliant print and digital materials with speed and accuracy, supporting marketing and compliance teams in delivering polished, trustworthy client communications.
Graphic Designer at Littelfuse, Inc.
December 31, 2024 - September 18, 2025
Created technical B2B marketing assets—from datasheets to trade show graphics—balancing creative design with precise, globally consistent communication for engineering and manufacturing audiences.
Associate Graphic Designer at Bradford Allen
September 30, 2022 - September 18, 2025
Designed marketing materials and digital content for a Chicago-based real estate firm, ensuring brand consistency while translating complex property data into clear visuals for brokers and clients.
Remote Production Designer at OneAmerica Financial
December 31, 2024 - October 20, 2025
Remote production designer delivering on-brand print and digital assets for OneAmerica Financial; collaborated with marketing to create engaging visuals and campaigns.
Remote Graphic Designer at Littelfuse, Inc.
September 30, 2022 - October 20, 2025
Remote graphic designer creating and updating digital and print graphics, aligning with brand guidelines and supporting global marketing initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design at University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor's Degree at University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

Adobe Certified Professional: Essential Skills in Adobe Illustrator 2025
January 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Adobe Certified Professional: Essential Skills in Adobe InDesign 2024
January 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025
Adobe Certified Professional: Essential Skills in Adobe Photoshop 2024
January 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Manufacturing, Education, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Other