Hi! Thank you for checking out my page! A few things you can't tell about me from my resume ... I AM passionate about exploring the world, spending time in nature, gardening and living the healthiest lifestyle possible, photographing all of my adventures, and cuddling with my dogs. A few reasons why I might be the perfect fit for your company ... I AM a multi-disciplined, results driven Graphic Designer, experienced in print, digital, infographics, illustration, identity development, social media marketing, and complex marketing deliverables including proposals, technical project reports, publications and presentations. I AM self motivated and a proactive team player with excellent communication, organization, time management, presentation and leadership skills, who learns quickly and thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, working on multiple projects simultaneously from concept to completion, to generate the desired results. I AM a creative and analytical problem solver with attention to detail who excels at creating visuals that effectively communicate complicated information and solutions to complex design problems, while adhering to brand standards and bridging the gap between design and technical needs. I AM looking to work with a company that inspires and empowers me to deliver my best work so I can evolve, grow and succeed while contributing meaningfully to company objectives. Thank you in advance for your time. I look forward to the possibility of working with you!

Dawn Williamson

Hi! Thank you for checking out my page! A few things you can't tell about me from my resume ... I AM passionate about exploring the world, spending time in nature, gardening and living the healthiest lifestyle possible, photographing all of my adventures, and cuddling with my dogs. A few reasons why I might be the perfect fit for your company ... I AM a multi-disciplined, results driven Graphic Designer, experienced in print, digital, infographics, illustration, identity development, social media marketing, and complex marketing deliverables including proposals, technical project reports, publications and presentations. I AM self motivated and a proactive team player with excellent communication, organization, time management, presentation and leadership skills, who learns quickly and thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, working on multiple projects simultaneously from concept to completion, to generate the desired results. I AM a creative and analytical problem solver with attention to detail who excels at creating visuals that effectively communicate complicated information and solutions to complex design problems, while adhering to brand standards and bridging the gap between design and technical needs. I AM looking to work with a company that inspires and empowers me to deliver my best work so I can evolve, grow and succeed while contributing meaningfully to company objectives. Thank you in advance for your time. I look forward to the possibility of working with you!

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Hi! Thank you for checking out my page!

A few things you can’t tell about me from my resume …

I AM passionate about exploring the world, spending time in nature, gardening and living the healthiest lifestyle possible, photographing all of my adventures, and cuddling with my dogs.

A few reasons why I might be the perfect fit for your company …

I AM a multi-disciplined, results driven Graphic Designer, experienced in print, digital, infographics, illustration, identity development, social media marketing, and complex marketing deliverables including proposals, technical project reports, publications and presentations.

I AM self motivated and a proactive team player with excellent communication, organization, time management, presentation and leadership skills, who learns quickly and thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, working on multiple projects simultaneously from concept to completion, to generate the desired results.

I AM a creative and analytical problem solver with attention to detail who excels at creating visuals that effectively communicate complicated information and solutions to complex design problems, while adhering to brand standards and bridging the gap between design and technical needs.

I AM looking to work with a company that inspires and empowers me to deliver my best work so I can evolve, grow and succeed while contributing meaningfully to company objectives.

Thank you in advance for your time. I look forward to the possibility of working with you!

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Owner at dwCreative
December 30, 1995 - June 13, 2024
https://www.instagram.com/dwcreative_design/ Providing design services including identity development, print and social media marketing, illustration and infographics, package and publication design. Clients included various companies across sectors, demonstrating versatile design solutions.
Freelance Graphic Designer at RICK Engineering
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Collaborated with business development, marketing, and technical teams to create visuals for engineering projects, including proposals, technical reports, presentations, infographics, and identity development. Delivered complex marketing materials under tight deadlines while complying with brand guidelines.
Graphic Designer / Project Manager at Mad Dog Design
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
Designed and managed a broad range of design activities such as identity development, magazines, large catalogues, client meetings, and print production management.
Contract Graphic Designer at The Phoenix Symphony
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
Designed and managed design activities including stationery, ticket stubs, postcards, magazine ads, posters, booklets, invitations, newsletters, billboards, and large outdoor banners.
Graphic Designer / Pre-Press Specialist at Crown Press. Inc.
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2012
Met with clients, prepared client files for press and digital printing, recreated existing printed pieces in press-ready editable formats, created mock-ups, organized archives, and wrote copy.
Art Director / Graphic Designer - Start Up at Trillium Design Group
December 31, 2002 - December 30, 2005
Performed all aspects of print and web design including: meeting with clients, preparing proposals and contracts, market research, concept development, presentations, project management, paper and color selection, obtaining print quotes, performing press checks, photoshoot direction, supervising multiple designers, traffic management, designing and implementing office forms and procedures, participating in the decision making and planning involved in opening and running a small business.
Buyer/Lead Customer Service Representative at International Paper (XPEDX)
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Managed buyer and lead customer service responsibilities.
Junior Graphic Designer - Publication Department at Metropolitan State University of Denver
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998
Supported publication department with junior graphic design tasks.
Graphic Design Assistant - Publications Department at The University of Denver
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1995
Assisted in graphic design for the publications department.

Education

Post Graduate Courses at College of the Mainland - Texas City, TX
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004
Bachelor of Fine Art at Metropolitan State University of Denver
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Under Graduate Courses at The University of Denver
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Non-Profit Organization, Consumer Goods