I’m CherylLynn F. Herrmann, a graphic design professional with 25+ years of experience turning ideas into polished, print-ready and digital marketing communications. I specialize in the full creative and production process—from concept and storytelling to detailed layout, copywriting, photo editing, proofing, and coordinating printing and mailing—so projects come together smoothly and on time. I’ve designed everything from small business cards and invitations to large wide-format banners, plus high-volume direct mail fundraising packages and annual reports for nonprofit and brand partners. Whether I’m fixing client files for press, creating new campaign designs, or managing creative direction for multiple mailing programs, I focus on clarity, strong visual storytelling, and results that help organizations connect with their audiences.

CherylLynn F. Herrmann

I’m CherylLynn F. Herrmann, a graphic design professional with 25+ years of experience turning ideas into polished, print-ready and digital marketing communications. I specialize in the full creative and production process—from concept and storytelling to detailed layout, copywriting, photo editing, proofing, and coordinating printing and mailing—so projects come together smoothly and on time. I’ve designed everything from small business cards and invitations to large wide-format banners, plus high-volume direct mail fundraising packages and annual reports for nonprofit and brand partners. Whether I’m fixing client files for press, creating new campaign designs, or managing creative direction for multiple mailing programs, I focus on clarity, strong visual storytelling, and results that help organizations connect with their audiences.

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I’m CherylLynn F. Herrmann, a graphic design professional with 25+ years of experience turning ideas into polished, print-ready and digital marketing communications. I specialize in the full creative and production process—from concept and storytelling to detailed layout, copywriting, photo editing, proofing, and coordinating printing and mailing—so projects come together smoothly and on time.

I’ve designed everything from small business cards and invitations to large wide-format banners, plus high-volume direct mail fundraising packages and annual reports for nonprofit and brand partners. Whether I’m fixing client files for press, creating new campaign designs, or managing creative direction for multiple mailing programs, I focus on clarity, strong visual storytelling, and results that help organizations connect with their audiences.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Allegra - Marketing • Print • Mail - RVA
August 1, 2023 - Present
Create new designs and fix incoming client art files for press. Produce a wide range of custom print collateral, from business cards and invitations to menus, annual reports, directories, calendars, direct mail, and large wide-format posters and banners. Manage production requirements to meet deadlines and ensure print-ready, accurate output.
Senior Graphic Designer / Creative Lead at PWNA Partnership With Native Americans
March 1, 2019 - March 1, 2023
Oversee design and output for over 130 unique direct mail fundraising packages annually for multiple brands. Also produce annual reports and provide internal graphic support such as ad layouts, brochures, and other collateral. Work with tight production schedules and collaborate with development channels, coordinating outside support services and print vendors.
Graphic Designer at National Relief Charities (NRC)
April 1, 2007 - July 1, 2015
Develop fundraising materials for eight programs plus internal creative needs. Create direct mail, calendars, greeting cards, bumper stickers, magnets, brochures, posters, newsletters, corporate stationery and business cards, newspaper and magazine ads, and annual reports. Command concept, design, and direction of new direct mail packages for multiple programs and provide art direction when using outside vendors. Contributed to the development of ROAR annual campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Partnership With Native Americans (PWNA) (formerly National Relief Charities)
April 1, 2007 - March 1, 2023
Create creative for educational and fundraising materials including direct mail, annual reports, calendars, brochures, logos, magazine ads, and ongoing graphic art support. Support organizational needs and produce marketing and communications assets aligned with the nonprofit mission.
Freelance Designer at Virginia Horse Journal
October 1, 2006 - April 1, 2007
Design display ads and editorial layouts for a local monthly tabloid magazine. Support production of print-ready pages for publication.
Graphic Designer at Oasis CD Manufacturing
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2006
Worked directly with musicians to design CD packages and promotional materials. Managed in-house promotional materials and ensured incoming client files were correctly set up for prepress and printing.
Freelance Designer / Graphic Design Professional at Freelance
January 1, 2000 - Present
Provide promotional materials for print, email, and social media from concept to completion. Support clients with design, layout, storytelling, and production-ready deliverables across multiple marketing channels.
Graphic Designer at International Development and Resources, Inc. (IDR)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998
Completed government contract design work. Held secret security clearance status while supporting contracted deliverables.
Graphic Designer at Group Marketing Associates (GMA)
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Produced promotional materials and publications for a full-service marketing firm specializing in financial institutions. Designed marketing collateral and editorial-style pieces aligned with client needs.
Graphic Designer at Evan Kemp Associates, Inc. (EKA)
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998
Created disability-related marketing materials and publications, including EKA's “One Step Ahead” newspaper. Designed communication pieces supporting an organization focused on products and services enhancing the lives of people with disabilities.
Ad Designer (Magazine/Tabloid) at The Leader Magazine
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995
Designed display ads and supported newspaper-style page layout for weekly tabloid publication.
Newspaper Ad Designer at Loudoun Times-Mirror Newspaper
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1993
Designed and laid out newspaper display ads for a weekly broadsheet publication.
Art Department Intern at National Geographic Society (Promotion & Educational Services)
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1991
Interned in the Promotion & Educational Services Department during multiple summers. Worked in a fast-paced, quality-controlled art department environment and completed printed pieces under guidance of different Art Directors each summer.

Education

BFA, Commercial Art & Design, Fine Art, Fashion Illustration at Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1991
High School Art at Loudoun Valley High School
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1987

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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

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