Christiana Walden

Language

Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer (Temp/Contract) at ZOA
April 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Designed clean, minimalist informational flyers; created engaging social media content to drive engagement; produced promotional assets for events; created custom illustrations for branding materials; updated and standardized outdated documents; edited pre-designed flyers and postcards; ensured uniform content across related materials; assisted with photo edits and graphics per brand guidelines; produced simple promotional videos using Premiere Pro.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
September 1, 2022 - Present
Collaborated with clients to determine design vision, scope, budgets, and timelines; formatted designs for print and web applications; delivered production-ready graphics; created logo prototypes and publication-ready advertisements; produced projects for advertising and informational purposes; leveraged Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to design posters and other promotional materials.
Office Manager/Graphic Designer at Millennium Podiatry
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Designed and executed layouts for all physical and digital communications; implemented digital marketing strategy aligned with business goals; built and managed email campaigns; managed social media to engage community; created brochures, a revamped logo, and cohesive marketing graphics; managed schedules, patient records, and ensured clear communication between providers and patients; maintained inventory and supplies.
Bartender at Jones Wood Foundry
May 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023
Excelled in a fast-paced environment; demonstrated multitasking, communication, and customer service; trained incoming staff; prepared and mixed beverages; contributed to sales goals; maintained professional appearance and handled conflict when needed.
Senior Merchant Assistant at Academy Sports and Outdoors
November 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020
Collaborated with the Distribution Center and Merchant teams to manage trouble purchase orders and resolve receiving/EDI issues; mentored and trained new Merchant Assistants; assisted in planning and leading weekly/monthly Merchant Assistant meetings; partnered with Buyers to enter, revise, proof, email, and track import and domestic purchase orders.
Merchant Assistant at Academy Sports and Outdoors
November 1, 2017 - November 1, 2019
Entered, revised, proofed, emailed, and tracked import and domestic purchase orders; maintained item and location lists; entered and processed item cost changes; maintained RMS systems knowledge related to items and purchase orders; met deadlines across department, vendor, season, and import timelines.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management at Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business Administration
September 1, 2013 - August 1, 2017
Minor: Human Sciences (Apparel Design and Manufacturing) at Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business Administration
September 1, 2013 - August 1, 2017
Minor: Italian (Foreign Language) at Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business Administration
September 1, 2013 - August 1, 2017
Study Abroad: Italy at Texas Tech University
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
Certification of Digital Design at Noble Desktop
November 1, 2022 - April 22, 2026

Qualifications

Certification of Digital Design
November 1, 2022 - April 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality