Award-winning Graphic Designer 10+ years of experience creating strategic, visually compelling design solutions for clients ranging from global brands to local businesses. I help bring brands to life across print and digital platforms through brand development, marketing campaigns, editorial design, and social media.…

Rachel Cole

Award-winning Graphic Designer 10+ years of experience creating strategic, visually compelling design solutions for clients ranging from global brands to local businesses. I help bring brands to life across print and digital platforms through brand development, marketing campaigns, editorial design, and social media.…

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Award-winning Graphic Designer 10+ years of experience creating strategic, visually compelling design solutions for clients ranging from global brands to local businesses. I help bring brands to life across print and digital platforms through brand development, marketing campaigns, editorial design, and social media.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Senior Graphic Designer + Design Manager at Chouquette Chocolates
September 1, 2022 - Present
Designed brand and marketing visual assets for product and promotional needs, including custom artwork and production-ready files. Produced designs aligned with client goals and brand consistency across print and digital marketing materials for events and retail/promotional use.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) / Senior Graphic Designer at Chouquette Chocolates
September 1, 2022 - Present
Design visual assets for screen-printed chocolates; develop branding and packaging; create marketing materials for print, digital, and social media.
Owner / Freelance Graphic Designer at Design Bee Creative
September 1, 2011 - Present
Lead design and art direction across print, web, and social media for a diverse client base. Develop brand identities, marketing materials, and campaigns; mentor junior designers; create internal process manuals; contribute to agency projects from concept to execution; manage client relationships and project timelines.
Visual Information Specialist (Graphic Designer) at Marine Corps Community Services, Okinawa, Japan
March 1, 2010 - June 1, 2011
Provided art direction, layout, and design for editorial features in Okinawa Living magazine; designed and placed ads across Okinawa Living, The Source, and Okinawa Guide; led print and web materials for marketing and events; collaborated on branding items.
Senior Graphic Designer at Promo Depot / Acosta Sales and Marketing
January 1, 2006 - September 1, 2009
Created marketing materials including brochures, print ads, event collateral, apparel, and campaign graphics aligned with client goals and market trends; served as lead designer for company marketing and event materials; supported agency projects from concept to execution.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design at Art Institute of Atlanta
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Graphic Design) at Art Institute of Atlanta
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2005

Qualifications

Outstanding Performance Award– Art Direction/Graphic Design, 2010 Marine Corps Birthday Ball Season
January 1, 2010 - January 12, 2026
International Davey Award (Silver)– Editorial Multi-Page Design, Okinawa Living Magazine, Lacquerware Photo Essay
January 1, 2011 - January 12, 2026
International Davey Award (Silver)– Individual Achievement, Art Direction/Graphic Design, Okinawa Living Magazine, Lacquerware Photo Essay
January 1, 2011 - January 12, 2026
Outstanding Performance Award – Overall contributions at MCCS
January 1, 2011 - January 12, 2026
Outstanding Performance Award – Art Direction/Graphic Design, 2010 Marine Corps Birthday Ball Season (2010)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
International Davey Award (Silver) – Editorial Multi-Page Design, Okinawa Living Magazine, Lacquerware Photo Essay (2011)
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
International Davey Award (Silver) – Individual Achievement, Art Direction/Graphic Design, Okinawa Living Magazine, Lacquerware Photo Essay (2011)
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Outstanding Performance Award – Overall contributions at MCCS (2011)
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011

Industry Experience

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

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