Hi, I’m Lindey Carlson, a graphic designer and photographer based in Iowa with a passion for crafting clear, compelling visuals across print and digital media. I enjoy collaborating across teams to create practical design solutions that align with brand identity and audience needs. I’ve built experience designing retail signage, brand materials, magazine layouts, and promotional campaigns. My work reflects attention to detail, strong typography, and a responsive approach to feedback, resulting in cohesive visuals that communicate effectively across channels.

Lindey Carlson

Hi, I’m Lindey Carlson, a graphic designer and photographer based in Iowa with a passion for crafting clear, compelling visuals across print and digital media. I enjoy collaborating across teams to create practical design solutions that align with brand identity and audience needs. I’ve built experience designing retail signage, brand materials, magazine layouts, and promotional campaigns. My work reflects attention to detail, strong typography, and a responsive approach to feedback, resulting in cohesive visuals that communicate effectively across channels.

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Hi, I’m Lindey Carlson, a graphic designer and photographer based in Iowa with a passion for crafting clear, compelling visuals across print and digital media. I enjoy collaborating across teams to create practical design solutions that align with brand identity and audience needs.

I’ve built experience designing retail signage, brand materials, magazine layouts, and promotional campaigns. My work reflects attention to detail, strong typography, and a responsive approach to feedback, resulting in cohesive visuals that communicate effectively across channels.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer at WHSmith North America
April 1, 2022 - February 1, 2025
Designed retail signage for in-store marketing promotions; Created monthly campaign signage; Edited vendor assets to fit branding guidelines across dimensions.
Graphic Designer at VisCap Media, LLC
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Created copy cards for client video ads; Designed branded materials for internal and marketing use; Edited in-booth photos for client product videos and social media.
Football Graphics Intern at University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) Football
February 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Created graphics for marketing materials for social media; Personalize templates for potential football recruits; Designed imagery aligned with the UNLV Rebels brand.
Design Assistant at Fools Magazine
September 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020
Created layouts for the print magazine linking text and artwork; Assembled layouts per the current volume’s visual language; Designed stickers, buttons, and visuals matching the magazine theme.
Box Office Ticket Sales at Hancher Auditorium
September 1, 2016 - March 1, 2020
Sold tickets for events, answered inquiries in person and over the phone; Connected callers to appropriate management; Handled payments and provided excellent customer service.
Graphic Designer and Photographer (Freelance) at Fools Magazine, University of Iowa Creative Magazine
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020
Designed artwork to complement written pieces; Collaborated on, edited, and modified pieces for magazine and online features; Photographed events around Iowa City for web content.
Student Government Campaign Graphic Design at Ignite Iowa
January 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019
Created logos and a brand guide for the campaign; Produced social media graphics aligned with the brand; Planned the Instagram layout by row.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at University of Iowa
January 1, 2016 - May 1, 2020
Arts Entrepreneurship Certificate at University of Iowa
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services