I am an accomplished and innovative graphic designer with more than 10 years of experience and a penchant for visual storytelling. I deliver designs for print, web, and brand identity projects under tight deadlines and quality constraints, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of graphic design principles and best practices. My proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite allows me to craft polished, data-driven visuals that communicate complex ideas clearly. I thrive in collaborative environments and take pride in shaping cohesive brand identities while mentoring teammates and contributing to strategy. I’m passionate about visual storytelling and continuously explore new tools and methods to elevate design outcomes.

Symora Thomas

I am an accomplished and innovative graphic designer with more than 10 years of experience and a penchant for visual storytelling. I deliver designs for print, web, and brand identity projects under tight deadlines and quality constraints, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of graphic design principles and best practices. My proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite allows me to craft polished, data-driven visuals that communicate complex ideas clearly. I thrive in collaborative environments and take pride in shaping cohesive brand identities while mentoring teammates and contributing to strategy. I’m passionate about visual storytelling and continuously explore new tools and methods to elevate design outcomes.

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I am an accomplished and innovative graphic designer with more than 10 years of experience and a penchant for visual storytelling. I deliver designs for print, web, and brand identity projects under tight deadlines and quality constraints, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of graphic design principles and best practices. My proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite allows me to craft polished, data-driven visuals that communicate complex ideas clearly.

I thrive in collaborative environments and take pride in shaping cohesive brand identities while mentoring teammates and contributing to strategy. I’m passionate about visual storytelling and continuously explore new tools and methods to elevate design outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer at American Hospital Association
August 1, 2021 - Present
Create compelling concepts for reports, presentations, internal collateral, digital advertising, white papers, infographics, social media, etc. Assist the Advocacy and Member Communications team with initiatives using various design processes. Assist the policy team with communication materials under tight deadlines. Create cover-to-cover designs for large multi-page, data driven reports.
Graphic Designer at Penny Appeal USA
October 1, 2020 - August 1, 2021
Designed social media graphics for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Worked with the marketing team to target specific audiences while remaining consistent with the brand’s style and voice. Worked to troubleshoot technical issues in graphic files for pre-press, printing, web, and on-screen viewing.
Graphics Production Coordinator at Design Foundry | MMA Events
April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020
Managed all printed graphics and materials for event production. Managed multiple jobs simultaneously, set design project priorities, established on-going deadlines. Designed Visuals for large scale prints and panels, logos, and set collateral. Prepped files for print and/or cutting via router, etc.
Creative Designer & Photographer at firstSTREET: For Boomers & Beyond, Inc.
May 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018
Used photography and photo editing to create lifestyle images for new and updated catalog items. Managed and shipped Easy Climber Elevator footprints for sales associates. Instrumental in the development of a cohesive brand identity.
Art Director at Water in a Broken Glass (the film)
June 1, 2015 - March 1, 2018
Worked with director of photography to create the film’s main poster. Crafted digital paintings to be used as on-set props. Crafted or otherwise acquired properties needed for filming. Designed promotional materials for post-production and crowd funding.

Education

BFA in Graphic Design (Cum Laude) at Virginia Commonwealth University
September 1, 2013 - December 1, 2016
Visual Design at Santa Reparata International School of the Arts
May 1, 2015 - June 1, 2015

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services