Hi, I’m Katey! I’m a skilled senior graphic designer with over nine years of experience creating compelling visual identities and driving cohesive brand strategies. I love collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality creative solutions that really make a brand shine. My passion is helping brands stand out in competitive markets through thoughtful design and strategic thinking. Over the years, I’ve built a strong skill set ranging from Adobe Creative Suite to print and layout design. If you’re looking for someone who’s both creative and organized, I’d love to connect!

Katey Merola

Hi, I’m Katey! I’m a skilled senior graphic designer with over nine years of experience creating compelling visual identities and driving cohesive brand strategies. I love collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality creative solutions that really make a brand shine. My passion is helping brands stand out in competitive markets through thoughtful design and strategic thinking. Over the years, I’ve built a strong skill set ranging from Adobe Creative Suite to print and layout design. If you’re looking for someone who’s both creative and organized, I’d love to connect!

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Hi, I’m Katey! I’m a skilled senior graphic designer with over nine years of experience creating compelling visual identities and driving cohesive brand strategies. I love collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality creative solutions that really make a brand shine. My passion is helping brands stand out in competitive markets through thoughtful design and strategic thinking.

Over the years, I’ve built a strong skill set ranging from Adobe Creative Suite to print and layout design. If you’re looking for someone who’s both creative and organized, I’d love to connect!

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Work Experience

Self-Employed Graphic Designer at Merola Design
December 1, 2015 - June 9, 2024
Provided overflow design support for businesses, creating print, digital, branded marketing assets and event materials that met brand standards and project objectives. Managed multiple client projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality designs under tight deadlines while maintaining strong communication and collaboration.
Director of Production and Media at Salt ‘N Light Youth Ministry
March 1, 2023 - January 31, 2025
Directed multimedia production, ensuring all visual elements and event designs aligned seamlessly with organizational branding strategies. Designed and implemented donor engagement campaigns, resulting in a 50% increase in contributions and strengthened brand loyalty. Mentored and guided interns and staff in brand storytelling, design principles, and event planning to foster professional growth.
Multimedia Designer at Salt ‘N Light Youth Ministry
June 1, 2016 - March 1, 2023
Directed multimedia production and ensured visual elements matched branding. Supported various design needs as part of a team.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Shenk Company
August 1, 2018 - March 1, 2023
Directed a team of designers in creating visually engaging print and embroidery apparel, and promotional products within each brand. Translated complex client concepts achieving a 95% satisfaction rate. Collaborated with sales and production teams to meet tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Messiah University
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2016
Designed and produced layouts for The Bridge magazine and the President’s Report, contributing to an increase in alumni engagement. Ensured consistent institutional branding by maintaining visual identity standards across print and digital communications.
Multimedia Designer at Messiah University
May 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015
Supported multimedia design work within the university setting.
Self-Employed Graphic Designer at Merola Design
December 1, 2015 - June 10, 2024
Provides overflow design support for businesses, creating print, digital, branded marketing assets and event materials that meet brand standards and project objectives. Manages multiple client projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality designs under tight deadlines while maintaining strong communication and collaboration.
Director of Production and Media at Salt ‘N Light Youth Ministry
March 1, 2023 - January 31, 2025
Directed multimedia production, ensuring all visual elements and event designs aligned seamlessly with organizational branding strategies. Designed and implemented donor engagement campaigns, resulting in a 50% increase in contributions and strengthened brand loyalty. Mentored and guided interns and staff in brand storytelling, design principles, and event planning to foster professional growth.
Multimedia Designer at Salt ‘N Light Youth Ministry
June 1, 2016 - March 1, 2023
Directed multimedia production, ensuring all visual elements and event designs aligned seamlessly with organizational branding strategies. Designed and implemented donor engagement campaigns, resulting in a 50% increase in contributions and strengthened brand loyalty. Mentored and guided interns and staff in brand storytelling, design principles, and event planning to foster professional growth.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Shenk Company
August 1, 2018 - March 1, 2023
Directed a team of designers in creating visually engaging print and embroidery apparel, and promotional products within each brand. Translated complex client concepts achieving a 95% satisfaction rate. Collaborated with sales and production teams to meet tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Messiah University
January 1, 2016 - June 30, 2016
Designed and produced layouts for The Bridge magazine and the President’s Report, contributing to an increase in alumni engagement. Ensured consistent institutional branding by maintaining visual identity standards across print and digital communications.
Multimedia Designer at Messiah University
May 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Designed and produced layouts for The Bridge magazine and the President’s Report, contributing to an increase in alumni engagement. Ensured consistent institutional branding by maintaining visual identity standards across print and digital communications.
Self-Employed Graphic Designer at Merola Design
December 1, 2015 - April 27, 2024
Provides overflow design support for businesses, creating print, digital, branded marketing assets and event materials that meet brand standards and project objectives. Manages multiple client projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality designs under tight deadlines while maintaining strong communication and collaboration.
Director of Production and Media at Salt ‘N Light Youth Ministry
March 1, 2023 - January 31, 2025
Directed multimedia production, ensuring all visual elements and event designs aligned seamlessly with organizational branding strategies. Designed and implemented donor engagement campaigns, resulting in a 50% increase in contributions and strengthened brand loyalty. Mentored and guided interns and staff in brand storytelling, design principles, and event planning to foster professional growth.
Multimedia Designer at Salt ‘N Light Youth Ministry
June 1, 2016 - March 1, 2023
Directed multimedia production, ensuring all visual elements and event designs aligned seamlessly with organizational branding strategies. Designed and implemented donor engagement campaigns, resulting in a 50% increase in contributions and strengthened brand loyalty. Mentored and guided interns and staff in brand storytelling, design principles, and event planning to foster professional growth.
Senior Graphic Designer at Shenk Company
August 1, 2018 - March 1, 2023
Directed a team of designers in creating visually engaging print and embroidery apparel, and promotional products within each brand. Translated complex client concepts achieving a 95% satisfaction rate. Collaborated with sales and production teams to meet tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Messiah University
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2016
Designed and produced layouts for The Bridge magazine and the President’s Report, contributing to an increase in alumni engagement. Ensured consistent institutional branding by maintaining visual identity standards across print and digital communications.
Multimedia Designer at Messiah University
May 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015
Designed and produced layouts for The Bridge magazine and the President’s Report, contributing to an increase in alumni engagement. Ensured consistent institutional branding by maintaining visual identity standards across print and digital communications.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Messiah University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Arts at Messiah University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Arts at Messiah University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Consumer Goods

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