I am Rebecca Sales, a multidisciplinary designer and communications professional with a track record in government and higher education. Since 2024 I have been a Public Affairs Specialist for FEMA, shaping visuals for Ready campaigns and translating complex information into accessible graphics.\n\nEarlier I partnered with global organizations like The World Bank Group as a Web and Graphic Designer consultant, and led marketing and branding efforts at The Catholic University of America and the University of Baltimore. I’m passionate about clear storytelling, accessible design, and collaborative ways of working across teams.

Rebecca Sales

I am Rebecca Sales, a multidisciplinary designer and communications professional with a track record in government and higher education. Since 2024 I have been a Public Affairs Specialist for FEMA, shaping visuals for Ready campaigns and translating complex information into accessible graphics.\n\nEarlier I partnered with global organizations like The World Bank Group as a Web and Graphic Designer consultant, and led marketing and branding efforts at The Catholic University of America and the University of Baltimore. I’m passionate about clear storytelling, accessible design, and collaborative ways of working across teams.

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I am Rebecca Sales, a multidisciplinary designer and communications professional with a track record in government and higher education. Since 2024 I have been a Public Affairs Specialist for FEMA, shaping visuals for Ready campaigns and translating complex information into accessible graphics.\n\nEarlier I partnered with global organizations like The World Bank Group as a Web and Graphic Designer consultant, and led marketing and branding efforts at The Catholic University of America and the University of Baltimore. I’m passionate about clear storytelling, accessible design, and collaborative ways of working across teams.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Public Affairs Specialist at Federal Emergency Management Agency
April 1, 2024 - Present
Lead the visual expression of the Ready Style Guide and its collateral. Conceive and execute original graphic concepts and content for agency publications, SharePoint and external websites, social media, and presentations. Research subject matter, develop visual designs and copy to convey agency messaging. Collaborate with internal partners to obtain information and ensure accuracy. Advise clients on formats and media to meet informational objectives. Apply plain language practices and 508 accessibility standards to create effective, compliant graphics.
Senior Graphic Designer at The Catholic University of America
July 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024
Assist with campaign development; design signage during Nursing School construction; develop promotional material for the University and Washington Nationals partnership; conceptualize and build short animations for University partners; develop Hispanic Heritage Festival branding; collaborate with University partners to design print and digital materials for internal and external audiences.
Graphic Designer II at The Catholic University of America
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2022
Design and produce integrated marketing collateral—digital assets, print materials, recruiting event branding, merchandise, and social media graphics—in collaboration with the University schools and departments. Collaborate with vendors and printers to ensure production quality and consistency.
Consultant (Web and Graphic Designer) at The World Bank Group
January 1, 2017 - Present
Partner with the art director and web engineer to develop website wireframes and improve user experience. Build Canva templates with branding libraries, manage and share with divisions. Produce digital assets, web content, print materials, annual reports, relocation booklets, and one-pagers from creation to delivery to support the Human Resources division.
Graphic Designer/Programs Assistant at Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GWHCC)
January 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016
Collaborate with event coordinators, presenters, sponsors, and marketing firm for the 7th Annual Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Business Expo print design and other design collateral for chamber events both print and web. Assist program manager with supervising and organizing activities and events. Manage QuickBooks and other office management tasks.
Graduate Assistant Graphic Designer at University of Baltimore
January 1, 2016 - December 1, 2018
Assist students with printing needs at the graphic design lab; create animations, newsletters, programs, graduation guides, posters and other design collateral as needed.

Education

Master of Arts at University of Baltimore
August 1, 2016 - May 1, 2020
Bachelor of Science at Liberty University
January 1, 2013 - August 1, 2016

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Industry Experience

Government, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment