Hi there! I'm Deanna Ranes-Vetzel, a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer based in St Augustine, Florida. I specialize in branding, marketing materials, GIF design, and social media graphics, delivering print and digital work that resonates with audiences. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), with a strong grounding in typography, color theory, and layout. I love collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams to bring concepts to life and meet project goals. Beyond design, I enjoy staying current with industry trends and continually improving my craft. My approach blends aesthetics with empathy, ensuring that every project communicates the right message while remaining accessible and user-friendly. When not designing, I contribute as a multimedia creator and volunteer designer, building a diverse portfolio and helping brands tell their stories visually.

Deanna Ranes-Vetzel

Hi there! I'm Deanna Ranes-Vetzel, a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer based in St Augustine, Florida. I specialize in branding, marketing materials, GIF design, and social media graphics, delivering print and digital work that resonates with audiences. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), with a strong grounding in typography, color theory, and layout. I love collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams to bring concepts to life and meet project goals. Beyond design, I enjoy staying current with industry trends and continually improving my craft. My approach blends aesthetics with empathy, ensuring that every project communicates the right message while remaining accessible and user-friendly. When not designing, I contribute as a multimedia creator and volunteer designer, building a diverse portfolio and helping brands tell their stories visually.

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Hi there! I’m Deanna Ranes-Vetzel, a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer based in St Augustine, Florida. I specialize in branding, marketing materials, GIF design, and social media graphics, delivering print and digital work that resonates with audiences. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), with a strong grounding in typography, color theory, and layout. I love collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams to bring concepts to life and meet project goals.

Beyond design, I enjoy staying current with industry trends and continually improving my craft. My approach blends aesthetics with empathy, ensuring that every project communicates the right message while remaining accessible and user-friendly. When not designing, I contribute as a multimedia creator and volunteer designer, building a diverse portfolio and helping brands tell their stories visually.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Fallen Hero Memorial Graphic Designer at Til Valhalla Project
January 1, 2025 - November 10, 2025
Designed and produced memorial plaques and bands honoring fallen military, law enforcement, and first responder heroes using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Created web-ready designs and digital assets for hosted products and newsletters, ensuring brand consistency and emotional impact. Drafted personalized letters for families and Wall of Heroes tributes, maintaining sensitivity and empathy in all communications. Developed user-friendly templates to streamline memorial creation and improve the user experience. Collaborated with multiple departments to meet tight deadlines.
Video Production Specialist at Vansguard
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Filmed high-quality video footage, planned pre-production (scripting, storyboarding), and edited content to create polished final products. Implemented post-production effects and sound, ensuring alignment with client vision. Worked closely with clients and team members to schedule projects and maintain high production standards.
Multimedia Specialist at Mad Men Marketing
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Created GIFs, edited video and photography, conducted interviews, and produced drone footage. Edited and enhanced photographs using Lightroom. Supported a range of multimedia tasks and collaborated with stakeholders to deliver compelling content.
Content Creator at Cora Crea Crafts
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Managed the full production process for multimedia projects, including video editing, audio production (recording, mixing, mastering), and motion graphics with After Effects. Delivered high-quality output on schedule and maintained brand consistency.
Graphic Designer (Volunteer) at London Sanctuary
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Volunteer graphic designer contributing to branding and design initiatives.
Graphic Designer at Idea Graphic
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Graphic designer contributing to design projects.

Education

BA in Digital Media at Florida State College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
AA in Photography at Florida State College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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