I'm Samantha Tutwiler, a dynamic Lead Graphic Designer with a proven track record of guiding design projects from concept to completion. I specialize in crafting compelling visuals, packaging, and brand development to strengthen identity and market presence. I am known for fostering team collaboration to produce unique design solutions that resonate with target audiences. I focus on collaborative leadership and creative problem-solving to deliver design solutions that drive business results and elevate brand experiences.

Samantha Tutwiler

I'm Samantha Tutwiler, a dynamic Lead Graphic Designer with a proven track record of guiding design projects from concept to completion. I specialize in crafting compelling visuals, packaging, and brand development to strengthen identity and market presence. I am known for fostering team collaboration to produce unique design solutions that resonate with target audiences. I focus on collaborative leadership and creative problem-solving to deliver design solutions that drive business results and elevate brand experiences.

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I’m Samantha Tutwiler, a dynamic Lead Graphic Designer with a proven track record of guiding design projects from concept to completion. I specialize in crafting compelling visuals, packaging, and brand development to strengthen identity and market presence. I am known for fostering team collaboration to produce unique design solutions that resonate with target audiences.

I focus on collaborative leadership and creative problem-solving to deliver design solutions that drive business results and elevate brand experiences.

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Work Experience

Lead Graphic Designer at Walnut Creek Foods
September 1, 2014 - January 1, 2023
Created and maintained CPG labels, adhering to brand standards; Art directed new packaging and brand refresh for Uncle Mike's Meat Snacks; Developed a streamlined design template for biweekly wholesale sales flyer; Managed private labels from execution to completion for manufactured jarred goods and meat snacks; Led design team in retail store rebranding for signage and wayfinding; Conceptualized and designed digital and print menus for Mudd Valley Cafe
Graphic Designer at Barrette Outdoor Living
February 1, 2014 - September 1, 2014
Provided creative solutions in the form of design, layout and production for company marketing collateral pieces; Prepared and organized project images and assets for correct and timely processing
Graphic Designer / Project Manager at Array Creative
September 1, 2011 - October 1, 2013
Created packaging, print and web-graphics for various clients; Assisted as Project Manager and Lead Designer of specific client; Handled creation and modification of numerous SKUs across various categories
Production / Layout Artist at Barbour Publishing
August 1, 2010 - September 1, 2011
Designed and illustrated interior book pages and book wraps; Assisted in book cover designs and prepared book cover files for specialized printing plates

Education

Bachelor of Science: Graphic Design at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
National Technical Honor Society Member at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
March 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

National Technical Honor Society Member
March 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
American In-House Design Award – Walnut Creek Foods Coffee Packaging Series
June 1, 2018 - December 1, 2025
American In-House Design Award – Walnut Creek Foods Snack Mix Packaging Series
June 1, 2015 - December 1, 2025
American In-House Design Award – Array Creative Goodyear Aviation Tour VIP Invitation
June 1, 2013 - December 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services