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I’m Kristin, a Master of Architecture graduate with a background in creative technologies, passionate about designing people-focused, sustainable environments and spaces. My studies and project work have shaped my interest in architecture as a tool for positive community impact, especially through greener, more thoughtful urban and housing concepts. Alongside my architecture education, I’ve built strong communication and customer service skills through retail roles where I managed day-to-day operations, trained team members, and supported store leadership responsibilities. I also continue to take freelance opportunities in digital design and branding for online creators, delivering tailored visual content and adapting to different project briefs while working to deadlines.…I’m Kristin, a Master of Architecture graduate with a background in creative technologies, passionate about designing people-focused, sustainable environments and spaces. My studies and project work have shaped my interest in architecture as a tool for positive community impact, especially through greener, more thoughtful urban and housing concepts. Alongside my architecture education, I’ve built strong communication and customer service skills through retail roles where I managed day-to-day operations, trained team members, and supported store leadership responsibilities. I also continue to take freelance opportunities in digital design and branding for online creators, delivering tailored visual content and adapting to different project briefs while working to deadlines.

Kristin Howie

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I’m Kristin, a Master of Architecture graduate with a background in creative technologies, passionate about designing people-focused, sustainable environments and spaces. My studies and project work have shaped my interest in architecture as a tool for positive community impact, especially through greener, more thoughtful urban and housing concepts. Alongside my architecture education, I’ve built strong communication and customer service skills through retail roles where I managed day-to-day operations, trained team members, and supported store leadership responsibilities. I also continue to take freelance opportunities in digital design and branding for online creators, delivering tailored visual content and adapting to different project briefs while working to deadlines.…I’m Kristin, a Master of Architecture graduate with a background in creative technologies, passionate about designing people-focused, sustainable environments and spaces. My studies and project work have shaped my interest in architecture as a tool for positive community impact, especially through greener, more thoughtful urban and housing concepts. Alongside my architecture education, I’ve built strong communication and customer service skills through retail roles where I managed day-to-day operations, trained team members, and supported store leadership responsibilities. I also continue to take freelance opportunities in digital design and branding for online creators, delivering tailored visual content and adapting to different project briefs while working to deadlines.

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I’m Kristin, a Master of Architecture graduate with a background in creative technologies, passionate about designing people-focused, sustainable environments and spaces. My studies and project work have shaped my interest in architecture as a tool for positive community impact, especially through greener, more thoughtful urban and housing concepts.

Alongside my architecture education, I’ve built strong communication and customer service skills through retail roles where I managed day-to-day operations, trained team members, and supported store leadership responsibilities. I also continue to take freelance opportunities in digital design and branding for online creators, delivering tailored visual content and adapting to different project briefs while working to deadlines.

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Work Experience

Freelance Digital Designer

January 1, 2020 - Present

Collaborated with online creators and clients to produce personalized digital visual content. Created branding assets and illustrations based on project briefs, adapting designs as needs changed and working to deadlines to deliver client-ready outcomes.

Retail Assistant at Poppies Howick Bookstore

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026

Progressed from a casual summer role to a trusted full-time staff member. Responsible for daily operations including opening and closing as a keyholder and handling multiple operational tasks. Trained new staff, managed the store independently when required, and developed strong customer service and organizational skills through consistent day-to-day interaction with customers.