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Hi, I am Kelly Girard, a graphic designer with extensive experience creating visual assets, branding, and print production. I love turning ideas into polished designs and managing projects from concept to completion. I am passionate about developing custom logos, social media graphics, and promotional materials, and I thrive on meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work. I am always eager to leverage creative problem-solving and strong visual communication skills to contribute to innovative design solutions.…Hi, I am Kelly Girard, a graphic designer with extensive experience creating visual assets, branding, and print production. I love turning ideas into polished designs and managing projects from concept to completion. I am passionate about developing custom logos, social media graphics, and promotional materials, and I thrive on meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work. I am always eager to leverage creative problem-solving and strong visual communication skills to contribute to innovative design solutions.

Kelly Girard

Graphic Designer, Art Director, Illustrator, +2

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Hi, I am Kelly Girard, a graphic designer with extensive experience creating visual assets, branding, and print production. I love turning ideas into polished designs and managing projects from concept to completion. I am passionate about developing custom logos, social media graphics, and promotional materials, and I thrive on meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work. I am always eager to leverage creative problem-solving and strong visual communication skills to contribute to innovative design solutions.…Hi, I am Kelly Girard, a graphic designer with extensive experience creating visual assets, branding, and print production. I love turning ideas into polished designs and managing projects from concept to completion. I am passionate about developing custom logos, social media graphics, and promotional materials, and I thrive on meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work. I am always eager to leverage creative problem-solving and strong visual communication skills to contribute to innovative design solutions.

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Hi, I am Kelly Girard, a graphic designer with extensive experience creating visual assets, branding, and print production. I love turning ideas into polished designs and managing projects from concept to completion.

I am passionate about developing custom logos, social media graphics, and promotional materials, and I thrive on meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work. I am always eager to leverage creative problem-solving and strong visual communication skills to contribute to innovative design solutions.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Adjunct Professor at SUNY Adirondack & ECC

September 1, 2021 - Present

Developed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans for Graphic Design, Photography, and Art courses; employed innovative teaching methodologies to foster engagement and deepen comprehension; monitored and evaluated student progress; instructed students on Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, Bridge, InDesign, and After Effects.

Lab Supervisor at SUNY Adirondack

September 1, 2020 - Present

Oversee operation and maintenance of printing equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime; conduct routine inspections and troubleshooting to address technical issues promptly; maintain Mac computer labs, regularly updating operating systems and software, and resolving technical problems; trained lab assistants on policies, procedures, and equipment usage.

Freelance Graphic Designer at River Street Studios Print & Promo

January 1, 2010 - December 1, 2022

Created custom visual assets including logos and social media graphics for diverse clients; managed multiple projects concurrently from concept to completion; prepared production-ready files and managed print and promotional projects, including apparel, signage, and branded merchandise.

Real Estate Agent at Realty USA

June 1, 2006 - November 1, 2010

Leveraged artistic expertise to offer fine art, murals, and customized specialty painting services in a new geographic area; applied versatile skills to create unique artwork for residential and commercial spaces, emphasizing personalized designs and high-quality execution; built relationships with clients while maintaining a strong reputation for creativity and professionalism.

Freelance Artist at Glens Falls

January 1, 2004 - December 1, 2009

Provided fine art, murals, and specialty painting services as a freelance artist in Glens Falls; focused on building client relationships while maintaining a strong reputation for creativity and professionalism.

Freelance Artist at Los Angeles

January 1, 1998 - December 1, 2003

Served as a freelance artist specializing in fine art, murals, and custom painting for residential and commercial settings in Los Angeles; collaborated with clients to realize their artistic visions.