Hi, I'm James Crandall, a graphic designer with over 5 years of experience crafting visually compelling designs that elevate brand identity and engage audiences. I specialize in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, delivering tailored design solutions that meet client needs and drive measurable results. I thrive on collaborative, forward-thinking design and love turning complex challenges into clear, impactful visuals. I'm passionate about helping clients succeed by creating visuals that resonate and build lasting brand connections.

James Crandall

Hi, I'm James Crandall, a graphic designer with over 5 years of experience crafting visually compelling designs that elevate brand identity and engage audiences. I specialize in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, delivering tailored design solutions that meet client needs and drive measurable results. I thrive on collaborative, forward-thinking design and love turning complex challenges into clear, impactful visuals. I'm passionate about helping clients succeed by creating visuals that resonate and build lasting brand connections.

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Hi, I’m James Crandall, a graphic designer with over 5 years of experience crafting visually compelling designs that elevate brand identity and engage audiences. I specialize in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, delivering tailored design solutions that meet client needs and drive measurable results.

I thrive on collaborative, forward-thinking design and love turning complex challenges into clear, impactful visuals. I’m passionate about helping clients succeed by creating visuals that resonate and build lasting brand connections.

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Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Liquid 7 Creative
January 1, 2011 - October 27, 2025
Designs impactful visuals for diverse clients, enhancing brand identity and engagement. Creates customized graphics that drive measurable client satisfaction and project success. Collaborates with clients to deliver innovative design solutions, meeting tight deadlines. Analyzes client needs to produce tailored designs, resulting in improved client retention. Solves design challenges with creative solutions, achieving significant project milestones.
Haul Truck Operator at Nevada Gold Mines
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Operated Cat 793D and Komatsu 930-5 trucks, boosting site productivity and flow. Conducted equipment inspections, reducing downtime and ensuring safety compliance. Collaborated with team to optimize processes, enhancing efficiency and teamwork. Assisted new operators, promoting a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Assistant Operations Manager at KC Transport
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Helped the operations manager by creating load plans and routing trucks with pneumatic trailers to deliver quick lime, fly ash, and cement to silo locations on NGM sites, boosting delivery efficiency by 90%. Presented topics and discussions at monthly safety meetings, promoting a culture of safety and compliance, resulting in a 95% reduction in incidents. Coordinated with mechanics, office, and management staff for truck drivers and equipment used in delivery objectives, ensuring seamless operations and communication, reducing downtime by ##%.
Core Technician at First Majestic Silver Corporation
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Received core samples from drilling services and geologists. Created samples by cutting core with specialized saws. Stored core boxes in storage areas along with prepping for samples. Bag labeling. Used truck and forklift in transport of sample pallets for assay and archival purposes. Assisted geologists and ore control department with various duties.
Assay Laboratory Technician at First Majestic Silver Corporation
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Temporary assignment. Received and logged samples in for assay preparation. Used riffle splitter along with ring and puck pulverizer converting samples into pulps. Stored and moved pulp samples for archival purposes.
Escalations Specialist at Overstock
June 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020
Managed solutions for escalated issues for clients and customers dealing with logistics, damaged merchandise, and furniture. Updated and maintained information involving accounts with follow-up protocols resolving the issues via phone, messaging, and email correspondence. Leader in customer sales of promotional memberships.
Cabinet Specialist at Lowe's
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016
Designed kitchens using 20/20 drafting program. Consulted customers on the function and style of various cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Promoted and empowered customers with the knowledge of extended protection plans. Traveled to on-site locations to aid Install Sales Team with production. Sold name brands: Maytag, Whirlpool, Bosch, Samsung, Frigidaire, Kraftmaid, Diamond, and Shenandoah. Established and maintained great customer service through sale finalization and 'My Lowe's' online home improvement tool. Directed and linked customers with various products and sales specialists. Advocated for patrons in returning and repairing store products. Promoted and sold Lowe's consumer credit cards.
Art Director at The Crossroads Journal
September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2016
Consulted and assisted the Editor in various aspects of local newspaper tasks including layout and design, written and photographed content, submitting and monitoring social media sites, and submitting information to the website. Interacted with local civic leaders and celebrities dealing with current events.

Education

Visual Communication at Utah Valley University
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
General Studies / Art at Great Basin College
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995
General Studies / Art at Sonora High School
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1989

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services