Christy Willis

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 20, 2025 - September 17, 2025
Developed and managed communications for church initiatives, including newsletters, social media, event signage, and internal/external materials; collaborated with ministries to support outreach and engagement.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 2, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Designed graphics for slides, email campaigns, website, posters, and signage to support internal and external communications. Created and distributed bi-weekly email newsletters to keep the congregation informed and engaged. Maintained and updated website content, ensuring design consistency and fresh, relevant information across pages. Developed visual presentations for congregation-wide meetings and events. Supported social media efforts with branded content and design assets. Produced business materials and marketing collateral that strengthened brand identity and outreach. Designed and produced curriculum materials. Created distinct identities for groups and events.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 2, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Designed graphics for slides, email campaigns, website, posters, and signage to support internal and external communications. Created and distributed bi-weekly email newsletters to keep the congregation informed and engaged. Maintained and updated website content, ensuring design consistency and fresh, relevant information across pages. Developed visual presentations for congregation-wide meetings and events. Supported social media efforts with branded content and design assets. Produced business materials and marketing collateral that strengthened brand identity and outreach. Designed and produced curriculum materials. Created distinct identities for groups and events.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 2, 2025 - September 17, 2025
Designed graphics for slides, email campaigns, website, posters, and signage to support internal and external communications. Created and distributed bi-weekly email newsletters to keep the congregation informed and engaged. Maintained and updated website content, ensuring design consistency and fresh, relevant information across pages. Developed visual presentations for congregation-wide meetings and events. Supported social media efforts with branded content and design assets. Produced business materials and marketing collateral that strengthened brand identity and outreach. Designed and produced curriculum materials. Created distinct identities for groups and events.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Designed graphics for slides, email campaigns, website, posters, and signage to support internal and external communications. Created and distributed bi-weekly email newsletters to keep the congregation informed and engaged. Maintained and updated website content, ensuring design consistency and fresh, relevant information across pages. Developed visual presentations for congregation-wide meetings and events. Supported social media efforts with branded content and design assets. Produced business materials and marketing collateral that strengthened brand identity and outreach. Designed and produced curriculum materials. Created distinct identities for groups and events.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Created and distributed bi-weekly email newsletters; Maintained up-to-date website content; Designed visuals for congregation-wide meetings and events; Produced branded collateral; Supported social media with branded content; Developed curricula materials; Created distinct identities for groups and events; Contributed to strategy and execution of internal/external communications; Led design for congregation-wide meetings and events; Ensured brand consistency across communications.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Designed graphics for slides, email campaigns, website, posters, and signage to support internal and external communications. Created and distributed bi-weekly email newsletters to keep the congregation informed and engaged. Maintained and updated website content, ensuring design consistency and fresh, relevant information across pages. Developed visual presentations for congregation-wide meetings and events. Supported social media efforts with branded content and design assets. Produced business materials and marketing collateral that strengthened brand identity and outreach. Designed and produced curriculum materials. Created distinct identities for groups and events.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Designed graphics for slides, email campaigns, website, posters, and signage to support internal and external communications. Created and distributed bi-weekly email newsletters to keep the congregation informed and engaged. Maintained and updated website content, ensuring design consistency and fresh, relevant information across pages. Developed visual presentations for congregation-wide meetings and events. Supported social media efforts with branded content and design assets. Produced business materials and marketing collateral that strengthened brand identity and outreach. Designed and produced curriculum materials. Created distinct identities for groups and events.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 1, 2025 - September 25, 2025
Created and distributed bi-weekly email newsletters; maintained and updated website content; produced visual presentations; supported social media efforts; designed internal and external communications materials and signage; developed branding and collateral to strengthen church identity and outreach; coordinated communications for congregational events.
Communications Coordinator at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church
May 1, 2025 - September 17, 2025
Designed graphics for slides and emails, maintained website content, developed visual presentations for congregation-wide meetings and events, supported social media with branded content and design assets, produced marketing collateral, designed curriculum materials, and created identities for groups and events. Also supported branding and communications strategies for church activities.
Graphic Designer (Contractor) at Dealer Teamwork
December 31, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Created emails using Adobe XD for auto dealers; Designed graphics for websites and social media platforms.
Communications & Marketing Specialist at Faith Lutheran Church - Waconia, MN
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Developed marketing materials including brochures, direct mail pieces, and event posters to support ministry initiatives. Translated strategic messaging into fresh, engaging designs that met the objectives of various communication projects. Designed clear and visually appealing graphics for both print and digital platforms. Delivered high-quality design work on time to support church activities, programs, and special events. Enhanced brand consistency through logo design, branded stationery, and cohesive visual identity across social media. Kept skills and designs current through ongoing research into emerging graphic design technologies and trends. Optimized layouts through careful planning of sizing, hierarchy, and component arrangement.
Communications & Marketing Specialist at Faith Lutheran Church - Waconia, MN
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Developed marketing materials including brochures, direct mail pieces, and event posters to support ministry initiatives. Translated strategic messaging into fresh, engaging designs that met the objectives of various communication projects. Designed clear and visually appealing graphics for both print and digital platforms. Delivered high-quality design work on time to support church activities, programs, and special events. Enhanced brand consistency through logo design, branded stationery, and cohesive visual identity across social media. Kept skills and designs current through ongoing research into emerging graphic design technologies and trends. Optimized layouts through careful planning of sizing, hierarchy, and component arrangement.
Communications & Marketing Specialist at Faith Lutheran Church
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Developed marketing materials including brochures, direct mail pieces, and event posters to support ministry initiatives. Translated strategic messaging into fresh, engaging designs that met the objectives of various communication projects. Designed clear and visually appealing graphics for both print and digital platforms. Delivered high-quality design work on time to support church activities, programs, and special events. Enhanced brand consistency through logo design, branded stationery, and cohesive visual identity across social media. Kept skills and designs current through ongoing research into emerging graphic design technologies and trends. Optimized layouts through careful planning of sizing, hierarchy, and component arrangement.
Communications & Marketing Specialist at Faith Lutheran Church - Waconia, MN
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Developed marketing materials including brochures, direct mail pieces, and event posters to support ministry initiatives. Translated strategic messaging into fresh, engaging designs that met the objectives of various communication projects. Designed clear and visually appealing graphics for both print and digital platforms. Delivered high-quality design work on time to support church activities, programs, and special events. Enhanced brand consistency through logo design, branded stationery, and cohesive visual identity across social media. Kept skills and designs current through ongoing research into emerging graphic design technologies and trends. Optimized layouts through careful planning of sizing, hierarchy, and component arrangement.
Communications & Marketing Specialist at Faith Lutheran Church - Waconia, MN
January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Developed marketing materials including brochures, direct mail pieces, and event posters to support ministry initiatives. Translated strategic messaging into fresh, engaging designs that met the objectives of various communication projects. Designed clear and visually appealing graphics for both print and digital platforms. Delivered high-quality design work on time to support church activities, programs, and special events. Enhanced brand consistency through logo design, branded stationery, and cohesive visual identity across social media. Kept skills and designs current through ongoing research into emerging graphic design technologies and trends. Optimized layouts through careful planning of sizing, hierarchy, and component arrangement.
Marketing & Communications at Faith Lutheran Church - Waconia, MN
January 1, 2023 - September 25, 2025
Developed marketing materials including brochures, direct mail pieces, and event posters; translated strategic messaging into engaging designs for print and digital media; maintained brand consistency across communications; supported ministry initiatives.
Communications & Marketing Specialist at Faith Lutheran Church
January 1, 2023 - September 17, 2025
Developed marketing materials including brochures, direct mail pieces, and event posters to support ministry initiatives. Translated strategic messaging into fresh, engaging designs that met the objectives of various communication projects. Designed clear and visually appealing graphics for both print and digital platforms. Delivered high-quality design work on time to support church activities, programs, and special events. Enhanced brand consistency through logo design, branded stationery, and cohesive visual identity across social media. Kept skills and designs current through ongoing research into emerging graphic design technologies and trends. Optimized layouts through careful planning of sizing, hierarchy, and component arrangement.
Graphic Designer at TurfCo Manufacturing
December 31, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Assisted with the design of mailers and catalogs; Edited images for web and print; Created sell sheets for products.
Contractor - Graphic Design and Marketing at Turfco Manufacturing
January 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Assisted with the design of mailers and catalogs. Edited images for use on web and in print. Created sell sheets for products.
Contractor - Graphic Design and Marketing at Turfco Manufacturing
January 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Assisted with the design of mailers and catalogs. Edited images for use on web and in print. Created sell sheets for products.
Contractor - Graphic Design and Marketing at Turfco Manufacturing
January 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Assisted with the design of mailers and catalogs. Edited images for use on web and in print. Created sell sheets for products.
Contractor - Graphic Design and Marketing at Turfco Manufacturing
January 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Assisted with the design of mailers and catalogs. Edited images for use on web and in print. Created sell sheets for products.
Contractor - Graphic Design and Marketing at Turfco Manufacturing
January 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Assisted with the design of mailers and catalogs. Edited images for use on web and in print. Created sell sheets for products.
Graphic Designer / Marketing at Infinity Direct, Pecos River Consulting, Turfco Manufacturing
January 1, 2020 - September 25, 2025
Assisted with design of mailers and catalogs; edited images for web and print; created sell sheets; contributed to multiple client projects during 2017-2020; supported brand development and marketing collateral.
Graphic Designer at Turfo Manufacturing
January 1, 2020 - September 17, 2025
Assisted with the design of mailers and catalogs; edited images for use on web and in print; created sales sheets for products.
Contractor - Graphic Design and Marketing at Turfco Manufacturing
January 1, 2020 - September 17, 2025
Assisted with the design of mailers and catalogs. Edited images for use on web and in print. Created sell sheets for products.
Freelance Graphic Design & Marketing at Self-Employed / CWIllisDesign
January 1, 2003 - Present
Freelance branding, website design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertisements. Enhanced client exposure by aligning design work with their brand image, values, and target audience. Managed diverse graphic design assignments, including web design and marketing projects, from concept to completion. Conducted industry research to inform marketing strategies and design decisions. Provided ongoing support and maintained open feedback channels to ensure client satisfaction at all project stages. Clients include Ballot Box Promotions, Bolder Health Solutions, SEHOUA, APPS of CO, Waconia Chamber of Commerce, Infinity Direct, Sick, Inc, Pecos River Consulting, and more.
Graphic Designer / Marketing Consultant at CW Willis Design
January 1, 2003 - Present
Self-employed graphic designer providing branding, website design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertisements. Aligned design work with clients' brand image, values, and target audience. Managed diverse assignments from concept to completion and conducted industry research to inform marketing strategies. Provided ongoing support and maintained open feedback channels to ensure client satisfaction.
Freelance Graphic Design & Marketing at Self-Employed / CWIllisDesign
January 1, 2003 - Present
Assisted small businesses with branding, website design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertisements. Enhanced client exposure by aligning design work with their brand image, values, and target audience. Managed diverse graphic design assignments, including web design and marketing projects, from concept to completion. Conducted industry research to inform marketing strategies and design decisions. Provided ongoing support and maintained open feedback channels to ensure client satisfaction at all project stages.
Freelance Graphic Design & Marketing at Self-Employed / CWIllisDesign
January 1, 2003 - Present
Assisted small businesses with branding, website design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertisements. Enhanced client exposure by aligning design work with their brand image, values, and target audience. Managed diverse graphic design assignments, including web design and marketing projects, from concept to completion. Conducted industry research to inform marketing strategies and design decisions. Provided ongoing support and maintained open feedback channels to ensure client satisfaction at all project stages. Clients include Ballot Box Promotions, Bolder Health Solutions, SEHOUA, APPS of CO, Waconia Chamber of Commerce, Infinity Direct, Sick, Inc., Pecos River Consulting, and other clients.
Freelance Graphic Design & Marketing at Self-Employed / CWIllisDesign
January 1, 2003 - Present
Assisted small businesses with branding, website design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertisements. Enhanced client exposure by aligning design work with their brand image, values, and target audience. Managed diverse graphic design assignments, including web design and marketing projects, from concept to completion. Conducted industry research to inform marketing strategies and design decisions. Provided ongoing support and maintained open feedback channels to ensure client satisfaction at all project stages. Clients include Ballot Box Promotions, Bolder Health Solutions, SEHOUA, APPS of CO, Waconia Chamber of Commerce.
Freelance Graphic Design & Marketing at Self-Employed / CWIllisDesign
January 1, 2003 - Present
Assisted small businesses with branding, website design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertisements. Enhanced client exposure by aligning design work with their brand image, values, and target audience. Managed diverse graphic design assignments, including web design and marketing projects, from concept to completion. Conducted industry research to inform marketing strategies and design decisions. Provided ongoing support and maintained open feedback channels to ensure client satisfaction at all project stages. Clients include Ballot Box Promotions, Bolder Health Solutions, SEHOUA, APPS of CO, Waconia Chamber of Commerce, Infinity Direct.
Founder / Graphic Designer at CW Willis Design (Self-Employed)
January 1, 2003 - Present
Lead graphic design and marketing services for clients; created branding, websites and social media graphics; produced emails using Adobe XD for auto dealers; developed collateral and marketing materials; built and maintained client relationships; conducted industry research to inform marketing strategies; created curriculum materials; provided ongoing client support.
Freelance Graphic Designer at CW Willis Design
January 1, 2003 - Present
Self-employed graphic designer providing branding, web design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertising; built brand identity and cohesive visuals for clients; involved in strategy and execution from concept to completion.
Graphic Designer / Owner at CW Willis Design
January 1, 2003 - Present
Self-employed graphic designer providing branding, website design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertising. Manage client branding alignment, web design and marketing projects from concept to completion; conduct industry research to inform marketing decisions; maintain ongoing client communication and support; clients include Ballot Box Promotions, Bolder Health Solutions, SEHO UA, Waconia Chamber of Commerce, Summit Auto Care, Waconia Wrestling Association, Infinity Direct, Turco Manufacturing.
Freelance Graphic Design & Marketing at Self-Employed/CWIllisDesign
January 1, 2003 - Present
Assisted small businesses with branding, website design, social media graphics, print materials, and advertisements. Enhanced client exposure by aligning design work with their brand image, values, and target audience. Managed diverse graphic design assignments, including web design and marketing projects, from concept to completion. Conducted industry research to inform marketing strategies and design decisions. Provided ongoing support and maintained open feedback channels to ensure client satisfaction at all project stages. Clients include Ballot Box Promotions, Bolder Health Solutions, SEHOUA, APPS of CO, Waconia Chamber of Commerce, Infinity Direct, Sick, Inc, Pecos River Consulting.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design at Montana State University Bozeman
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design at Montana State University, Bozeman
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Montana State University Bozeman
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Montana State University, Bozeman
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design at Montana State University Bozeman
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Montana State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design at Montana State University, Bozeman
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design at Montana State University Bozeman
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at Montana State University Bozeman
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design at Montana State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998

Qualifications

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, XD)
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Retail