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Hi, I’m Emily L. La Cuna, a brand designer and graphic designer with a solid foundation in brand design, logo creation, and visual asset development. I thrive in collaborative environments, supporting senior designers and creative directors to produce print and digital marketing materials that keep brands cohesive and on-target.
My background spans from kitchen leadership to design roles, showing strong project management, timely delivery, and a knack for turning creative briefs into engaging visuals across campaigns, menus, signage, and social media.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Digital Content Creator Intern at Transgate Solutions LLC
June 1, 2025 - September 7, 2025Collaborated with Senior Designers and Creative Directors to explore design concepts and develop branding strategies for corporate clients, resulting in the production of impactful print, digital, and social marketing materials. Delivered production-ready files that adhered to briefs and client expectations, ensured brand consistency, and enhanced visual identity across platforms. Used Adobe Creative Suite to accelerate the creation of innovative visual assets and concepts, contributing to refined creative output. Managed project timelines and incorporated feedback to optimize design solutions and achieve objectives.
Line Cook at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
May 1, 2025 - September 7, 2025Delivered time-sensitive culinary outputs, upheld rigorous quality standards, collaborated with cross-functional team members to efficiently fulfill meal orders, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate during peak service times.
Pastry Chef at The Park Club of Kalamazoo
December 1, 2023 - September 7, 2025Designed and executed themed pastry displays, resulting in a 30% increase in event attendance and enhanced guest experiences. Translated creative briefs into visually appealing menus and signage, contributing to a 25% rise in positive customer feedback and optimizing user experience. Collaborated with team members to ensure brand consistency across all pastry presentations and effectively managed project timelines.
Graphic Design Volunteer at Easy Bay Wild Cats
May 1, 2022 - September 7, 2025Designed and developed visual assets for social media campaigns and website content using Adobe Creative Suite, enhancing brand visibility and engagement. Achieved a 25% increase in audience engagement through targeted advertising strategies and cohesive branding materials. Collaborated with cross-functional creative teams to conceptualize and deliver innovative design solutions, ensuring alignment with project objectives and brand identity.
Lead Line Cook at Island Vintage Coffee Co
February 1, 2021 - September 7, 2025Led a team of cooks in delivering high-quality dish preparations in a fast-paced kitchen environment, consistently meeting service standards and handling up to 200+ customers daily. Collaborated to streamline kitchen processes and improve operational efficiency, achieving a 15% reduction in meal preparation time while maintaining quality standards.
Junior Brand/Marketing Designer at Joseph & Company
February 1, 2020 - September 7, 2025Designed and developed visual assets, including logos, signage, and typography layouts, significantly enhancing branding and advertising initiatives. Created and implemented retail displays aligned with seasonal brand themes, iterating designs based on client feedback to optimize visual impact. Delivered high-quality creative work that consistently met client expectations and adhered to established briefs, ensuring brand integrity.
Line Cook at Gordon Biersch Brewery Company
January 1, 2018 - September 7, 2025Executed high-quality dish preparation and presentation in a fast-paced kitchen environment, successfully serving an average of 200+ customers daily. Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen processes and improve operational efficiency, achieving a 15% reduction in meal preparation time while maintaining quality standards. Ensured consistent visual appeal of each dish by adhering to strict presentation standards, resulting in a 95% positive customer feedback rating.
Digital Content Creator Intern at Transgate Solutions LLC
June 1, 2025 - September 7, 2025Collaborated with Senior Designers and Creative Directors to explore design concepts and develop branding strategies for corporate clients, resulting in the production of impactful print, digital, and social marketing materials. Delivered production-ready files that adhered to creative briefs and client expectations, ensuring brand consistency and enhancing visuals across all platforms. Utilized advanced design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, to accelerate the creation of innovative visual assets and design concepts, contributing to a refined creative output. Managed project timelines while incorporating constructive feedback to optimize design solutions and achieve project objectives.
Line Cook at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
May 1, 2025 - September 7, 2025Executed time-sensitive culinary deliverables in a high-volume kitchen environment, consistently upholding rigorous quality and presentation standards. Collaborated with cross-functional team members to efficiently fulfill meal orders, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate during peak service times. Contributed to a safe and efficient work environment by assisting in maintaining cleanliness and organization within the kitchen.
Pastry Chef at The Park Club of Kalamazoo
December 1, 2023 - September 7, 2025Designed and executed themed pastry displays, resulting in a 30% increase in event attendance and enhancing overall guest experiences. Translated creative briefs into visually appealing menus and signage, contributing to a 25% rise in positive customer feedback and optimizing user experience. Collaborated with team to ensure brand consistency across pastry presentations, effectively managing project timelines.
Graphic Design Volunteer at Easy Bay Wild Cats
May 1, 2022 - September 7, 2025Designed and developed visual assets for social media campaigns and website content, enhancing brand visibility and engagement. Achieved 25% increase in audience engagement through targeted advertising strategies and cohesive branding materials. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and deliver innovative design solutions, ensuring alignment with project objectives and brand identity.
Lead Line Cook at Island Vintage Coffee Co
February 1, 2021 - September 7, 2025Led a team of cooks in delivering high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment, consistently serving an average of 200+ customers daily, enhancing overall customer satisfaction. Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen processes and improve operational efficiency, achieving a 15% reduction in meal preparation time while maintaining quality standards. Ensured consistent visual appeal in each dish and contributing to a safe, organized kitchen environment.
Junior Brand/Marketing Designer at Joseph & Company
February 1, 2020 - September 7, 2025Designed and developed visual assets, including logos, signage, and typography layouts using Adobe Illustrator, significantly enhancing branding and launching cohesive advertising initiatives. Created and implemented retail displays aligned with seasonal brand themes, iterating designs based on client feedback to optimize visual impact. Delivered high-quality creative work that consistently met client expectations and adhered to established briefs, ensuring brand integrity.
Line Cook at Gordon Biersch Brewing Company
January 1, 2018 - September 7, 2025Executed high-quality dish preparation and presentation in a fast-paced kitchen environment, successfully serving an average of 200+ customers daily, enhancing overall customer satisfaction. Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen processes and improve operational efficiency, achieving a 15% reduction in meal preparation time while maintaining quality standards. Ensured consistent visual appeal of each dish.
Digital Content Creator Intern at Transgate Solutions LLC
June 1, 2025 - September 7, 2025Collaborated with Senior Designers and Creative Directors to explore design concepts and develop branding strategies for corporate clients, resulting in the production of impactful print, digital, and social marketing materials. Delivered production-ready files aligned with briefs and client expectations, ensuring brand consistency and enhanced visual identity across platforms. Used Adobe Creative Suite to accelerate creation of innovative visual assets and design concepts, contributing to refined creative output. Managed project timelines while incorporating constructive feedback to optimize design solutions and achieve project objectives.
Line Cook at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
May 1, 2025 - September 7, 2025Executed time-sensitive culinary deliverables in a high-volume kitchen, upholding rigorous quality and presentation standards. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to efficiently fulfill meal orders, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate during peak service times. Supported a safe and organized kitchen environment.
Pastry Chef at The Park Club of Kalamazoo
December 1, 2023 - September 7, 2025Designed and executed themed pastry displays, increasing event attendance by 30% and enhancing guest experience. Translated creative briefs into visually appealing menus and signage, contributing to a 25% rise in positive customer feedback and optimizing user experience. Coordinated with team to ensure brand consistency across pastry presentations and tracked deadlines.
Graphic Design Volunteer at Easy Bay Wildcats
May 1, 2022 - September 7, 2025Designed and developed visual assets for social media campaigns and website content using Adobe Creative Suite, boosting brand visibility and engagement. Achieved 25% increase in audience engagement through targeted advertising and cohesive branding materials. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and deliver design solutions aligned with project objectives.
Lead Line Cook at Island Vintage Coffee Co
February 1, 2021 - September 7, 2025Led a team of cooks in delivering high-quality dishes, resulting in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction ratings. Created weekly specials that diversified menu offerings and supported brand standards. Managed kitchen operations to meet tight timelines while maintaining quality.
Junior Brand/Marketing Designer at Joseph & Company
February 1, 2020 - September 7, 2025Designed and developed visual assets including logos, signage, and typography layouts using Adobe Illustrator; significantly enhanced branding and advertising initiatives. Created and implemented retail displays aligned with seasonal brand themes, iterating designs based on client feedback to optimize visual impact. Delivered high-quality creative work that met client expectations and adhered to established briefs, ensuring brand integrity.
Line Cook at Gordon Biersch Brewing Company
January 1, 2018 - September 7, 2025Executed high-quality dish preparation and presentation in a fast-paced kitchen, serving 200+ customers daily. Collaborated with teammates to streamline kitchen processes and improve operational efficiency, achieving a 15% reduction in meal preparation time while maintaining quality standards. Ensured consistent visual appeal of each dish by adhering to strict presentation standards, resulting in high guest satisfaction.
Contract Web Designer & Photographer at San Lorenzo Bikini's
April 1, 2016 - September 7, 2025Designed and developed web and print marketing collateral to enhance brand visibility and maximize advertising impact, contributing to a 25% increase in engagement. Photographed and edited product images for catalogs and online storefronts, ensuring high-quality visuals aligned with brand standards. Used Adobe Creative Suite to produce production-ready files that met client expectations and maintained brand consistency across all visual assets.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Liberty University Online
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2024Associate of Arts in Graphic Design at Honolulu Community College
December 1, 2012 - December 1, 2014Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design at Liberty University Online
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2024Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Liberty University Online
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2024Associate of Arts in Graphic Design at Honolulu Community College
December 1, 2012 - December 1, 2014Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other, Retail
Experience Level
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