I’m Paula J.M. Augenstein, a detail-focused graphic designer and art director with a passion for precision and brand consistency. Over more than a decade at Thermo Fisher Scientific, I created a wide range of marketing collateral—from tiny product inserts to large trade show graphics and multi-page, handbooks filled with tables and figures—while also maintaining and improving corporate design templates to keep our work on-brand and efficient. I love a good design challenge and pride myself on protecting a company’s image from the moment a piece is seen. Throughout my career I’ve trained new designers, guided teams across EMEA, and collaborated with outside vendors to ensure brand guidelines and templates are followed. I’ve served in QA roles to uphold best practices and quality, and I enjoy polishing every piece, big or small, to meet high standards and deliver clear communication.

Paula J.M. Augenstein

I’m Paula J.M. Augenstein, a detail-focused graphic designer and art director with a passion for precision and brand consistency. Over more than a decade at Thermo Fisher Scientific, I created a wide range of marketing collateral—from tiny product inserts to large trade show graphics and multi-page, handbooks filled with tables and figures—while also maintaining and improving corporate design templates to keep our work on-brand and efficient. I love a good design challenge and pride myself on protecting a company’s image from the moment a piece is seen. Throughout my career I’ve trained new designers, guided teams across EMEA, and collaborated with outside vendors to ensure brand guidelines and templates are followed. I’ve served in QA roles to uphold best practices and quality, and I enjoy polishing every piece, big or small, to meet high standards and deliver clear communication.

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I’m Paula J.M. Augenstein, a detail-focused graphic designer and art director with a passion for precision and brand consistency. Over more than a decade at Thermo Fisher Scientific, I created a wide range of marketing collateral—from tiny product inserts to large trade show graphics and multi-page, handbooks filled with tables and figures—while also maintaining and improving corporate design templates to keep our work on-brand and efficient. I love a good design challenge and pride myself on protecting a company’s image from the moment a piece is seen.

Throughout my career I’ve trained new designers, guided teams across EMEA, and collaborated with outside vendors to ensure brand guidelines and templates are followed. I’ve served in QA roles to uphold best practices and quality, and I enjoy polishing every piece, big or small, to meet high standards and deliver clear communication.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sr. Graphic Designer at Thermo Fisher Scientific
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Led the creation of a broad mix of marketing collateral, from tiny product inserts to large trade-show graphics and multi-page handbooks. Maintained and improved corporate design templates to ensure brand standards and tool efficiency. Served as the brand guardian to ensure recognizability of Thermo Fisher Scientific materials. Trained designers across EMEA offices and external vendors on brand guidelines and templates. For two years, I also held a Quality Assurance role, reviewing digital and print collateral for compliance with guidelines and Best Practices, while adding polish to every piece.
Graphic Designer at Life Technologies (acquired by Thermo Fisher Scientific) // contracted through ProUnlimited
March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2015
Created layouts and produced the quarterly Life in the Lab circular, a Scientainment publication highlighting the fun side of science while promoting Life Tech products and keeping imagery current with researchers.
Graphic Designer at Ortho Organizers (acquired by Henry Schein)
August 1, 2012 - August 1, 2012
Created catalogs, brochures, and flyers for all orthodontic entities, including the education division, contributing to cohesive marketing materials across brands.
Design Manager at Parsons Brinckerhoff
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Managed PB’s designers in the western geography region, built a cohesive team, established open communication, and aligned the right people with the right projects. Led initiatives to further designers’ education and knowledge by investing in individual strengths and interests.
Art Director at Stampington & Company
December 31, 2001 - December 31, 2001
First tenure: Managed staff of designers and freelancers to keep magazine titles shipping on time; designed layouts from cover to cover for multiple titles.
Graphic Designer at PSB, The Marketing SuperSource
April 1, 2007 - April 1, 2007
Designed direct mail and high-visibility pieces for the financial industry, including statement inserts and annual reports for credit unions, Kaiser Permanente, and Coca-Cola.
Art Director at Stampington & Company
August 1, 2007 - August 1, 2007
Second tenure—toured as Art Director, leading design projects and production for magazine titles to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Bar Manager / Sword Mistress at Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Managed staff, inventory, and bar operations; improved customer service and sales through merchandising strategies, contributing to a 15% sales increase.
Cook / Crew at Volcano
November 1, 1997 - November 1, 1997
Cook and deckhand aboard a 65' sailboat; handled menu planning, provisioning, and crew leadership for meals while at sea.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Art, Graphic Design at California State University, Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Associate of Art, Art/Graphic Design at Chaffey College, Rancho Cucamonga
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Studio Art Continuing Education at Nazareth College, Rochester NY
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025
Adobe MAX Attendee at Adobe MAX
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025

Qualifications

Adobe MAX Attendee
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail, Education