Versatile Graphic Designer with 7 years of experience creating impactful print and digital design solutions across packaging, branding, and marketing. Skilled at transforming complex concepts into visually cohesive designs that strengthen brand identity and drive engagement. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, typography, layout, and production processes. Known for strong collaboration, problem-solving, and attention to detail from concept to delivery.…

Ciara Ryan

Versatile Graphic Designer with 7 years of experience creating impactful print and digital design solutions across packaging, branding, and marketing. Skilled at transforming complex concepts into visually cohesive designs that strengthen brand identity and drive engagement. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, typography, layout, and production processes. Known for strong collaboration, problem-solving, and attention to detail from concept to delivery.…

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Versatile Graphic Designer with 7 years of experience creating impactful print and digital design
solutions across packaging, branding, and marketing. Skilled at transforming complex concepts into visually
cohesive designs that strengthen brand identity and drive engagement. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite,
typography, layout, and production processes. Known for strong collaboration, problem-solving, and
attention to detail from concept to delivery.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Straus News
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016
Collaborated with a design team to create compelling advertisements for newspapers distributed across the Hudson Valley, New York and New Jersey, representing local businesses and visually communicating their messages.
Graphic Designer at Crystal Springs Resort
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
Collaborated with the design team to create brochures, flyers, and banners that showcase the resort’s unique experiences and visual identity.
Packaging Designer (Freelance) at Enchante Accessories
December 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Designed eye-catching packaging for beauty products and accessories, combining conceptual thinking with typography and detail while adhering to brand guidelines and tight deadlines.
Packaging Designer at Southern Telecom
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2020
Collaborated with a talented team to design innovative, memorable packaging that blends conceptual creativity, refined typography, and meticulous attention to detail—all while staying true to each brand’s identity and design guidelines.
Packaging Designer at Topps | Fanatics Inc.
April 1, 2021 - November 2, 2025
Collaborated with designers and brand managers to craft bold, dynamic packaging that brings collectible experiences to life. From Major League Baseball to Star Wars and Garbage Pail Kids, I translate concepts into visually striking designs that capture attention and celebrate the excitement of every card inside.
Packaging Designer at Topps | Fanatics Inc.
April 1, 2021 - November 3, 2025
Collaborates with designers and brand managers to develop packaging for trading cards across major sports licenses (MLB) and entertainment licenses (Star Wars, Garbage Pail Kids).
Graphic Designer (Intern) at Crystal Springs Resort
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
Worked with the senior designer to create content for social media, brochures, flyers and banners while adhering to brand standards and delivering quick turnaround times.
Graphics and Packaging Designer at Southern Telecom
November 1, 2018 - March 1, 2021
Collaborated with a talented team to design innovative and memorable packaging that blends conceptual creativity, refined typography, and meticulous attention to detail, all while remaining true to each brand’s identity and design guidelines.
Freelance Packaging Designer at Enchante Accessories
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Partnered with the creative director to design eye-catching packaging for beauty products and accessories, employing conceptual thinking, strong typography skills, and meticulous attention to detail while adhering to brand guidelines and tight deadlines throughout the design process.
Graphic Design Intern at Crystal Springs Resort
May 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018
Created engaging brochures, flyers and banners that showcase the resort's experiences and visual identity.

Education

BFA in Graphic Design at Purchase College, SUNY
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
AAS in Graphic Design at Mohawk Valley Community College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
High School Diploma at Warwick Valley High School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Certificate of Completion - Advertising Art and Design at Orange-Ulster BOCES
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Associate of Science in Graphic Design at Mohawk Valley Community College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at SUNY Purchase
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
High School Diploma at Warwick Valley High School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Certificate of Completion in Advertising Art and Design at Orange-Ulster BOCES
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
BFA at SUNY Purchase College
August 1, 2016 - May 1, 2019
AAS at Mohawk Valley Community College
August 1, 2014 - May 1, 2016
High School Diploma at Warwick Valley High School
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2014

Qualifications

Certificate of Completion - Advertising Art and Design
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Certificate of Completion in Advertising Art and Design
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet, Other