Geneva Bowman

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Designer & Program Assistant at In Focus Film School
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Designed and illustrated artwork for a fundraising t-shirt campaign, including marketing collateral tailored to the target audience. Collaborated with a local printer and delivered production-ready files across formats. Created marketing content for public-facing programs, ensuring consistent brand identity.
Graphic Designer at Brown’s Social House
January 1, 2024 - Present
Worked with clients to define their brand identity, understood target audience, and developed cohesive marketing collateral. Created distinctive logo designs and packaging that reflect client visions. Designed merchandise and print-ready collateral, ensuring all backend details and file formats were properly prepared for final deliverables.
Designer & Lead Barista / Store Manager at Brown’s Social House
December 31, 2022 - September 4, 2025
Produced illustrations and graphics for takeaway packaging and marketing collateral, strengthening the café’s brand presence. Contributed to the café’s creative direction by developing seasonal specials and branded promotional materials. Built and maintained positive relationships with vendors and suppliers to support smooth operations. Managed inventory levels and coordinated incoming and outgoing orders. Handled cash and daily transactions responsibly with strong attention to detail. Resolved customer concerns independently, developing problem-solving and communication skills.
Server at Brown’s Social House
December 31, 2018 - September 4, 2025
Delivered a welcoming guest experience, applying strong communication and interpersonal skills. Collaborated with team members to resolve challenges and maintained smooth workflow. Managed multiple priorities with attention to detail, demonstrating skills transferable to design project management.
Designer & Program Assistant at In Focus Film School
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Designed and illustrated artwork for a fundraising t-shirt campaign, including marketing collateral tailored to the target audience. Collaborated with a local printer and delivered production-ready files across formats. Created marketing content for public-facing programs, ensuring consistent brand identity.
Graphic Designer at Brown’s Social House
December 31, 2022 - September 4, 2025
Produced illustrations and graphics for takeaway packaging and marketing collateral, strengthening the café’s brand presence. Contributed to the café’s creative direction by developing seasonal specials and branded promotional materials.
Designer & Lead Barista Store Manager at Brown’s Social House
December 31, 2018 - September 4, 2025
Built and maintained positive relationships with vendors and suppliers to support smooth operations. Managed inventory levels and coordinated incoming and outgoing orders. Handled cash and daily transactions responsibly with strong attention to detail. Resolved customer concerns independently, developing problem-solving and communication skills.
Server at Brown’s Social House
January 1, 2024 - Present
Delivered a welcoming guest experience, applying strong communication and interpersonal skills. Collaborated with team members to resolve challenges and maintain smooth workflow. Managed multiple priorities with attention to detail, demonstrating skills transferable to design project management.
Urban Grocer at Urban Grocer
January 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Produced illustrations and graphics for take-away packaging collateral, strengthening the café's brand presence. Contributed to the café's creative direction by developing seasonal specials and branded promotional materials. Trained new employees and managed floor operations; handled cash and daily transactions with strong attention to detail.
Store Manager at Brown's Social House
January 1, 2018 - October 21, 2025
Built and maintained positive relationships with vendors and suppliers to support smooth operations. Managed inventory levels and coordinated incoming and outgoing orders. Handled cash and daily transactions with strong attention to detail. Resolved customer concerns independently, developing problem-solving and communication skills.
Graphic Designer at Private Server
January 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025
Created designs for merchant branding and marketing collateral; prepared and led cooking classes for youth in partnership with a local food bank.
Designer & Lead Barista at Private Server
January 1, 2025 - Present
Designed branding assets and promotional materials; led on-site events and community programs across three locations; collaborated with other nonprofits to promote youth creativity; managed event setup and delivery.
Program Facilitator at Private Server / Community Initiatives
January 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025
Created designs for merchant branding and marketing materials; planned and implemented community events and programs across multiple locations; supported youth-focused activities in collaboration with local nonprofits.
Store Manager at Brown’s Social House
January 1, 2025 - October 21, 2025
Built and maintained positive relationships with vendors and suppliers to support smooth operations. Managed inventory levels and coordinated incoming and outgoing orders. Handled cash and daily transactions responsibly with strong attention to detail. Resolved customer concerns independently, developing problem-solving and communications skills.
Designer & Lead Barista at Urban Grocery
December 31, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Produced illustrations and graphics for take-away packaging and marketing collateral, strengthening the cafe’s brand presence. Contributed to the café’s creative direction by developing seasonal specials and branded promotional materials. Trained new employees and managed floor.
Graphic Designer
January 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025
Partnered with local food bank to provide free cooking classes to youth. Prepared and led cooking and kitchen safety classes to youth, providing a safe environment for them to discover their creativity. Planned and implemented community events, working with other local nonprofits. Designed promotional materials for family-centered programs and events.
Store Manager at Urban Grocer
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Built and maintained positive relationships with vendors and suppliers to support smooth operations. Managed inventory levels and coordinated incoming and outgoing orders. Handled cash and daily transactions responsibly with strong attention to detail. Resolved customer concerns independently, developing problem-solving and communication skills.
Store Manager at Urban Grocer - Cafe Operations
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Produced illustrations and graphics for take-away packaging collateral, strengthening the cafe's brand presence. Contributed to the cafe's creative direction by developing seasonal specials and branded promotional materials. Trained new employees and managed floor.
Lead Bartender at Urban Grocer Cafe (Lethbridge)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Partnered with local food bank to provide free cooking classes to youth. Prepared and led cooking and kitchen safety classes to youth, providing a safe environment for them to discover their creativity. Planned and implemented community events, working with other local non-profits. Assisted in planning and leading different activities, programs, and events over 3 locations across Lethbridge. Designed promotional materials for family-centered programs and events. Program Facilitator Manager bar preparation, including set up/takedown. Communicated with team, ensuring service is set up to meet guest expectations. Multi-task by serving eight tables while managing the bar. Trained new employees.
Store Manager at Cafe / Local Food Bank Outreach (Lethbridge area)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Partnered with local food bank to provide free cooking classes to youth. Prepared and led cooking and kitchen safety classes to youth, providing a safe environment for them to discover their creativity. Planned and implemented community events, working with other local non-profits. Assisted in planning and leading different activities, programs, and events over 3 locations across Lethbridge. Designed promotional materials for family-centered programs and events.
Designer & Lead Bartender at Urban Grocer Cafe
January 1, 2025 - Present
Designed promotional materials for family-centered programs and events. Lead bartender duties including bar prep, set up and takedown. Coordinated with team to ensure service meets guest expectations. Trained new employees.

Education

Certificate at Geneva Bowman Education
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Certificate at Geneva Bowman Education
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Certificate at Graphic Design
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Certificate at Graphic Design
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Education Certificate at Graphic Design
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Bronze Grand Prix DU Design Awards Student Category
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
In Focus Film School 2024 Scholarship, Graphic & Digital Design
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Mastery of Adobe InDesign Student Category Scholarship
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Fo cus Film School 2023 Scholarship, Graphic & Digital Design
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Grand Prix DUDesign Awards Bronze, Student Category, 17th Edition
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Certificate
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Graphic Design Certificate
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Bronze Grand Prix DU Design Award, Student Category
January 11, 2030 - April 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Consumer Goods, Education, Travel & Hospitality