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I am a graphic designer and illustrator with 15+ years experience based out of Milwaukee, WI. I graduated with a BFA in Illustration from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design in 2011 and have worked as an artist since. My most recent role was at Kohl’s Corporation as an artist on the young women's Mudd and SO clothing brands. Using both traditional and digital mediums, I have a versatile hand that can appease numerous audiences. Working at Kohl's has taught me to make a consistently large output of quality, brand-appropriate artwork. I work easily with tight deadlines, simultaneous projects and with cross functional team partners.…I am a graphic designer and illustrator with 15+ years experience based out of Milwaukee, WI. I graduated with a BFA in Illustration from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design in 2011 and have worked as an artist since. My most recent role was at Kohl’s Corporation as an artist on the young women's Mudd and SO clothing brands. Using both traditional and digital mediums, I have a versatile hand that can appease numerous audiences. Working at Kohl's has taught me to make a consistently large output of quality, brand-appropriate artwork. I work easily with tight deadlines, simultaneous projects and with cross functional team partners.

JADE WATRING

Album Art Designer, Artist, Children’s Book Illustrator, +7

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I am a graphic designer and illustrator with 15+ years experience based out of Milwaukee, WI. I graduated with a BFA in Illustration from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design in 2011 and have worked as an artist since. My most recent role was at Kohl’s Corporation as an artist on the young women's Mudd and SO clothing brands. Using both traditional and digital mediums, I have a versatile hand that can appease numerous audiences. Working at Kohl's has taught me to make a consistently large output of quality, brand-appropriate artwork. I work easily with tight deadlines, simultaneous projects and with cross functional team partners.…I am a graphic designer and illustrator with 15+ years experience based out of Milwaukee, WI. I graduated with a BFA in Illustration from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design in 2011 and have worked as an artist since. My most recent role was at Kohl’s Corporation as an artist on the young women's Mudd and SO clothing brands. Using both traditional and digital mediums, I have a versatile hand that can appease numerous audiences. Working at Kohl's has taught me to make a consistently large output of quality, brand-appropriate artwork. I work easily with tight deadlines, simultaneous projects and with cross functional team partners.

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I am a graphic designer and illustrator with 15+ years experience based out of Milwaukee, WI. I graduated with a BFA in Illustration from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design in 2011 and have worked as an artist since. My most recent role was at Kohl’s Corporation as an artist on the young women’s Mudd and SO clothing brands. Using both traditional and digital mediums, I have a versatile hand that can appease numerous audiences. Working at Kohl’s has taught me to make a consistently large output of quality, brand-appropriate artwork. I work easily with tight deadlines, simultaneous projects and with cross functional team partners.

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English

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Work Experience

Artist at Kohl's

January 1, 2018 - June 21, 2025

Lead artist on the SO young women's brand responsible for creating main prints of the season.

Associate Artist at Kohl's

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

Collaborated with designers to craft merchandise stories and reviewed submissions.

Assistant Artist at Kohl's

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015

Created brand-appropriate artwork for juniors clothing customer.

Freelance Artist at Milwaukee Filmfest 2020 Campaign

January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020

Made showcase art and marketing designs, and an animation of my art played before each screening.

Freelance Artist at Lake Michigan Montster

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Created the movie poster for the film, including portraits of the actors in a scene from the movie.

Freelance Artist at Pabst Theatre Evil Dead 2 Film Poster

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Contributed promotional poster design for event; poster used as a backdrop during Bruce Cambell's Q&A.

Associate Artist at Freelance

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

Contributed to various projects, including the Milwaukee Film Fest 2020 campaign and the Pabst Theatre evil dead 2 film poster.

Illustrator at Self-Employed

January 1, 2011 - Present

Worked on multiple projects, including movie posters and promotional designs, embracing both traditional and digital illustration methods.

Lead Artist at Kohls

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2025

Led the design team on the SO Young Essentials line, focusing on textile design and illustration. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create innovative products that align with brand vision and customer needs.

Associate Artist at Kohls

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

Worked with design assistants and the creative director to develop artwork for juvenile clothing.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Freelance

January 1, 2011 - Present

Provided graphic design services on a freelance basis, creating visual content for various clients across different sectors.

Assistant Artist at Kohls

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015

Created brand-appropriate artwork for the juniors clothing customer.

Freelance Artist at Self-employed

January 1, 2018 - Present

Worked on various projects including marketing designs, movie posters and promotional materials.