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I'm Katherine, a graphic design, communications, and fundraising professional passionate about global social work and development. I love creating thoughtful designs and compelling stories that empower people to make a positive impact in their communities. I'm curious, empathetic, analytical, and creative, always eager to build relationships and develop brands that inspire change. With years of experience working cross-culturally in countries like Mexico, Malawi, and South Africa, I've honed my skills in design, communications, and strategy. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft visual materials that align with brand goals and audience needs, all while navigating tight deadlines and fast-paced environments.…I'm Katherine, a graphic design, communications, and fundraising professional passionate about global social work and development. I love creating thoughtful designs and compelling stories that empower people to make a positive impact in their communities. I'm curious, empathetic, analytical, and creative, always eager to build relationships and develop brands that inspire change. With years of experience working cross-culturally in countries like Mexico, Malawi, and South Africa, I've honed my skills in design, communications, and strategy. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft visual materials that align with brand goals and audience needs, all while navigating tight deadlines and fast-paced environments.

Katherine Lesnewich

Graphic Designer, Designer, Art Director, +2

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I'm Katherine, a graphic design, communications, and fundraising professional passionate about global social work and development. I love creating thoughtful designs and compelling stories that empower people to make a positive impact in their communities. I'm curious, empathetic, analytical, and creative, always eager to build relationships and develop brands that inspire change. With years of experience working cross-culturally in countries like Mexico, Malawi, and South Africa, I've honed my skills in design, communications, and strategy. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft visual materials that align with brand goals and audience needs, all while navigating tight deadlines and fast-paced environments.…I'm Katherine, a graphic design, communications, and fundraising professional passionate about global social work and development. I love creating thoughtful designs and compelling stories that empower people to make a positive impact in their communities. I'm curious, empathetic, analytical, and creative, always eager to build relationships and develop brands that inspire change. With years of experience working cross-culturally in countries like Mexico, Malawi, and South Africa, I've honed my skills in design, communications, and strategy. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft visual materials that align with brand goals and audience needs, all while navigating tight deadlines and fast-paced environments.

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I’m Katherine, a graphic design, communications, and fundraising professional passionate about global social work and development. I love creating thoughtful designs and compelling stories that empower people to make a positive impact in their communities. I’m curious, empathetic, analytical, and creative, always eager to build relationships and develop brands that inspire change.

With years of experience working cross-culturally in countries like Mexico, Malawi, and South Africa, I’ve honed my skills in design, communications, and strategy. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft visual materials that align with brand goals and audience needs, all while navigating tight deadlines and fast-paced environments.

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English

Fluent

Work Experience

Designer (Contract) at SKM Lab at theSkimm

February 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025

Conceptualized, designed, and executed a wide range of high-impact creative assets for sponsored campaigns, including pitch decks, custom branded content, and promotional materials across digital and social platforms. Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, brand, and creative teams to develop visually compelling materials under tight deadlines. Developed tailored creative responses to RFPs to address brand-specific KPIs while maintaining alignment with audience profiles and design standards. Maintained sophisticated design aesthetic with attention to typography, layout, and brand cohesion. Worked in a fast-paced, collaborative team to iterate and refine creative based on feedback and performance insights.

Communications Manager at Ubuntu Pathways

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023

Managed creation, editing, and implementation of external communications reaching over 14,000 people through website content, email marketing, asset design, and compelling copy. Crafted and managed annual report summarizing organizational impact to donors and subscribers. Developed brands, logos, websites, and guidelines for multiple for-profit entities. Led social media marketing strategy and execution on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Strategized and managed critical COVID emergency information sharing targeted to South African communities. Developed communications and fundraising campaigns resulting in $200k+ in annual gifts. Collaborated on execution of four international galas raising over $2 million, managing event collateral, programs, volunteers, staff coordination, and visuals.

Communications & Development Manager at Yamba Malawi

January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019

Collaborated daily with VP of Communications & Development to deliver high-impact branding and storytelling through events, crowdfunding, social media, and targeted marketing campaigns. Strategized informational trips with Malawian staff for key stakeholders from the U.S. to experience program impact. Managed messaging associated with rebrand and strategic plan launch internally and externally. Managed relationships with 10-20 Young Professionals Committee members to ensure engagement and communication. Worked with senior leaders on special projects, donor events, crowdfunding campaigns, donor pipelines, and emails that contributed to raising $1.5 million in 2018.

Sustainable Development Specialist at Amor Ministries

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017

Created educational content and designed the sales platform website amorstore.org and in-store branding/marketing that generated approximately $110k in annual sales. Oversaw operations of the Amor Store serving 9,000+ people and coordinating 30+ volunteers and staff. Ensured products and storytelling aligned with the organization’s mission and values. Communicated regularly with local Mexican vendors and stakeholders to advance supply chain sustainability efforts with actionable impact steps.