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Hi, I’m Tanya Chandler. I’ve worn many hats in my career—Graphic Designer, Art Director, Creative Director, Illustrator, and Creative Copywriter—thriving in Advertising, Marketing, and Design across agencies and in-house teams. I am a Senior Designer who loves branding and enjoys getting hands dirty in the creative weeds, continuously learning and growing. I bring a strong design system mindset, cross-functional collaboration, and a results-driven approach to elevate brands. I’m excited to join a new team where I can contribute strategic thinking, craft, and leadership to deliver compelling, on-brand experiences.…Hi, I’m Tanya Chandler. I’ve worn many hats in my career—Graphic Designer, Art Director, Creative Director, Illustrator, and Creative Copywriter—thriving in Advertising, Marketing, and Design across agencies and in-house teams. I am a Senior Designer who loves branding and enjoys getting hands dirty in the creative weeds, continuously learning and growing. I bring a strong design system mindset, cross-functional collaboration, and a results-driven approach to elevate brands. I’m excited to join a new team where I can contribute strategic thinking, craft, and leadership to deliver compelling, on-brand experiences.

Tanya Chandler

Brand Designer, Graphic Designer, Art Director, +2

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Hi, I’m Tanya Chandler. I’ve worn many hats in my career—Graphic Designer, Art Director, Creative Director, Illustrator, and Creative Copywriter—thriving in Advertising, Marketing, and Design across agencies and in-house teams. I am a Senior Designer who loves branding and enjoys getting hands dirty in the creative weeds, continuously learning and growing. I bring a strong design system mindset, cross-functional collaboration, and a results-driven approach to elevate brands. I’m excited to join a new team where I can contribute strategic thinking, craft, and leadership to deliver compelling, on-brand experiences.…Hi, I’m Tanya Chandler. I’ve worn many hats in my career—Graphic Designer, Art Director, Creative Director, Illustrator, and Creative Copywriter—thriving in Advertising, Marketing, and Design across agencies and in-house teams. I am a Senior Designer who loves branding and enjoys getting hands dirty in the creative weeds, continuously learning and growing. I bring a strong design system mindset, cross-functional collaboration, and a results-driven approach to elevate brands. I’m excited to join a new team where I can contribute strategic thinking, craft, and leadership to deliver compelling, on-brand experiences.

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Hi, I’m Tanya Chandler. I’ve worn many hats in my career—Graphic Designer, Art Director, Creative Director, Illustrator, and Creative Copywriter—thriving in Advertising, Marketing, and Design across agencies and in-house teams. I am a Senior Designer who loves branding and enjoys getting hands dirty in the creative weeds, continuously learning and growing.

I bring a strong design system mindset, cross-functional collaboration, and a results-driven approach to elevate brands. I’m excited to join a new team where I can contribute strategic thinking, craft, and leadership to deliver compelling, on-brand experiences.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer II at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

August 1, 2021 - April 1, 2025

Increased production by 50% with new brand guidelines and templates for print collateral, social media posts, web UI design, Google display ads, corporate emails, PowerPoint presentations, wayfinding signage, and event graphics. Raised client approval rate to 90% by collaborating with internal departments and C-suite on design projects. Improved brand recognition by establishing comprehensive brand guidelines and ensuring consistency across internal and external materials. Helped increase health fair attendance by 45% through targeted social media campaigns. Implemented weekly training sessions for Junior Graphic Designers and Social Media Experts to accelerate design iterations and foster collaboration.

Creative Director / Co-Founder at Gnome

September 1, 2019 - August 1, 2021

Directed 5 startups in holistic brand development, delivering print and digital collateral, logos, icon libraries, templates, and brand guidelines. Expanded client list by 25% by researching new industries, designing, and pitching tentative creative campaigns to prospects.

Senior Graphic Designer at SafeTec Compliance Systems / HSI (Health & Safety Institute)

June 1, 2015 - September 1, 2019

Increased social engagement by 40% with strategic ad designs and blog posts. Conceived and delivered a strategic sales incentive campaign resulting in higher customer acquisition. Managed vendor relationships and reduced printing costs by 25%.

Creative Director / Owner at Spot Creative LLC

December 1, 2014 - June 1, 2015

Provided graphic design, illustration, and creative services for a diverse client list including Fluid Market Strategies, Nutrition Now, Fred Meyers, Lines for Life, New Seasons Markets, ACC&D, and BadaBadaBingo Fun Games Co.

Senior Art Director at PMG, Pinnacle Marketing Group

February 1, 2013 - December 1, 2014

B2B content marketing and demand generation agency for Tech and SaaS. Led art direction on campaigns and content development for multiple clients, driving cohesive visual storytelling across channels.

Senior Graphic Designer / Account Manager at Kobalt Design Group

March 1, 2007 - February 1, 2013

A design agency providing identity, advertising, corporate brochures, DM and web. Managed client relationships while delivering integrated design solutions.

Creative Director at Zupan’s Markets

December 1, 2004 - March 1, 2007

In-house marketing and advertising department for a high-end chain of retail grocery stores, delivering branding, campaigns, and in-store promotions.

Graphic Designer / Illustrator / Art Director at Market Advertising

December 1, 1994 - December 1, 2004

Full-service agency specializing in advertising and marketing for independent retail grocers, handling design across print and digital platforms.