I'm a Seattle-based graphic designer, illustrator and tattoo artist looking for a creative job in the city. I'm efficient at working under pressure, problem-solving, and working as a team. I've had four years of experience as a barista, which has given me strong communication skills and a lot of patience. I studied at Seattle Central Creative Academy for graphic design and used my education to pursue freelance work. I'd love to be part of your team.

Lee Adams

I'm a Seattle-based graphic designer, illustrator and tattoo artist looking for a creative job in the city. I'm efficient at working under pressure, problem-solving, and working as a team. I've had four years of experience as a barista, which has given me strong communication skills and a lot of patience. I studied at Seattle Central Creative Academy for graphic design and used my education to pursue freelance work. I'd love to be part of your team.

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I’m a Seattle-based graphic designer, illustrator and tattoo artist looking for a creative job in the city. I’m efficient at working under pressure, problem-solving, and working as a team.

I’ve had four years of experience as a barista, which has given me strong communication skills and a lot of patience. I studied at Seattle Central Creative Academy for graphic design and used my education to pursue freelance work. I’d love to be part of your team.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Barista at Diva Espresso
June 1, 2022 - Present
Worked at the cafe as a barista; responsibilities included taking orders at the cash register, making drinks, serving customers, customer interaction, event coordination, cleaning duties, and opening/closing the shop.
Freelance Tattoo Artist at Independent Freelance Tattooing
November 1, 2022 - Present
Collaborated with clients to capture preferred designs, created flash designs for clients, provided one-on-one design consultations, promoted work on social media, and used Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator extensively.
Designer/Illustrator at Mother Goddess: Theatre of Illusions
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Created customized logos and fonts; physically screen-printed designs onto shirts and bags.
Designer/Illustrator (Internship) at Rising Wines Collective
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Designed and illustrated wine labels; contributed to branding; planned mood boards and produced branding concepts; collaborated with supervisors to create product identities.
Tattoo Artist at Independent (Freelance)
November 1, 2022 - Present
Part-time tattoo artist; weekends and Monday schedule; client interaction; designing custom tattoos; creating flash; following design trends; one-on-one client communication; social media promotion; proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Designer/Illustrator (Intern) at Rising Wines Collective
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Designed and illustrated label layouts; assisted with branding for a newly developed wine brand; planned mood boards and produced branding ideas; ideated and researched with higher-ups to create product identities.
Designer/Illustrator (Intern) at Mother Goddess: Theatre of Illusions
June 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
Created customized logos and fonts; screen-printed designs onto shirts and bags.

Education

Associate of Arts - Illustration and Graphic Design at Seattle Central Community College (Creative Academy)
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Coursework in Graphic Design at North Seattle Community College
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2019
Associate of Arts - Illustration and Graphic Design at Seattle Central Community College (Creative Academy)
June 1, 2019 - June 1, 2022
Professional Accomplishments at North Seattle Community College
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2019

Qualifications

Tattooing (3 years) and client work
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026
Graphic design and social media internship (packaging and illustration)
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other