I am a multidisciplinary Experiential Designer based in Downers Grove, IL. I specialize in scalable design systems and cohesive visual experiences across digital and spatial platforms. I lead end-to-end client engagements, guiding projects from concept through design development, and I produce mood boards, presentations, and production-ready graphics that ensure consistency across platforms and partners. I have collaborated with teams at Joie, Graco, Niven Marketing, and ExhibitTec to develop cohesive visual systems and displays for retail and digital environments. My work spans digital content, catalogs, and showroom displays, always balancing creative vision with brand standards and business goals.

Lara Whitt

I am a multidisciplinary Experiential Designer based in Downers Grove, IL. I specialize in scalable design systems and cohesive visual experiences across digital and spatial platforms. I lead end-to-end client engagements, guiding projects from concept through design development, and I produce mood boards, presentations, and production-ready graphics that ensure consistency across platforms and partners. I have collaborated with teams at Joie, Graco, Niven Marketing, and ExhibitTec to develop cohesive visual systems and displays for retail and digital environments. My work spans digital content, catalogs, and showroom displays, always balancing creative vision with brand standards and business goals.

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I am a multidisciplinary Experiential Designer based in Downers Grove, IL. I specialize in scalable design systems and cohesive visual experiences across digital and spatial platforms. I lead end-to-end client engagements, guiding projects from concept through design development, and I produce mood boards, presentations, and production-ready graphics that ensure consistency across platforms and partners. I have collaborated with teams at Joie, Graco, Niven Marketing, and ExhibitTec to develop cohesive visual systems and displays for retail and digital environments. My work spans digital content, catalogs, and showroom displays, always balancing creative vision with brand standards and business goals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / Experiential Designer at WhittCreations
November 1, 1998 - Present
Lead end-to-end client design engagements, guiding projects from concept through design development. Develop concepts, mood boards, presentations and production-ready graphics that ensure consistency across platforms and partners. Collaborated with teams at Joie, Graco, Niven Marketing, and ExhibitTec to develop cohesive visual systems and production-ready displays.
Graphic Designer / Digital Designer at Vaxcel International
November 1, 2009 - May 1, 2012
Oversaw year-round maintenance and seasonal refreshes for the Dallas Market Center lighting showroom, ensuring new collections were accurately presented and aligned with brand standards. Led the end-to-end development of the annual lighting catalog, managing design, content, vendor coordination, and production through final release. Managed ongoing digital marketing updates to include website content, email campaigns, and targeted product-launch communications to support brand visibility and sales initiatives.
Design Manager at ExhibitTec
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Design Manager responsible for guiding exhibit design teams, coordinating creative development, and ensuring production-ready outputs for client displays.
Design Manager at Skyline
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Design Manager leading exhibit design initiatives and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cohesive show experiences.
Design Manager at Matrex
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Design Manager overseeing design development for trade show exhibits and related collateral.
Design Manager at TradeTec
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2008
Design Manager responsible for leading design efforts across trade show displays, coordinating with vendors and production teams to deliver on-brand experiences.

Education

BFA at Carnegie Mellon University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing

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