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Hi, I'm Lily Kostrzewa, a passionate and experienced graphic and web designer with over 10 years in the industry. I specialize in brand design, website design, YouTube videos, animation, and digital marketing. Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with a diverse range of clients from art studios to healthcare and media companies, always striving to bring creative ideas to life in meaningful and impactful ways. I’m highly skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and also adept at using Figma and other digital platforms to streamline design workflows. I love collaborating with teams and clients to deliver polished, engaging visuals that help brands and projects stand out. When I’m not creating, you’ll often find me exploring new artistic techniques or contributing to community art engagements.…Hi, I'm Lily Kostrzewa, a passionate and experienced graphic and web designer with over 10 years in the industry. I specialize in brand design, website design, YouTube videos, animation, and digital marketing. Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with a diverse range of clients from art studios to healthcare and media companies, always striving to bring creative ideas to life in meaningful and impactful ways. I’m highly skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and also adept at using Figma and other digital platforms to streamline design workflows. I love collaborating with teams and clients to deliver polished, engaging visuals that help brands and projects stand out. When I’m not creating, you’ll often find me exploring new artistic techniques or contributing to community art engagements.

Lihting Lily Kostrzewa

Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Animator, +3

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Hi, I'm Lily Kostrzewa, a passionate and experienced graphic and web designer with over 10 years in the industry. I specialize in brand design, website design, YouTube videos, animation, and digital marketing. Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with a diverse range of clients from art studios to healthcare and media companies, always striving to bring creative ideas to life in meaningful and impactful ways. I’m highly skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and also adept at using Figma and other digital platforms to streamline design workflows. I love collaborating with teams and clients to deliver polished, engaging visuals that help brands and projects stand out. When I’m not creating, you’ll often find me exploring new artistic techniques or contributing to community art engagements.…Hi, I'm Lily Kostrzewa, a passionate and experienced graphic and web designer with over 10 years in the industry. I specialize in brand design, website design, YouTube videos, animation, and digital marketing. Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with a diverse range of clients from art studios to healthcare and media companies, always striving to bring creative ideas to life in meaningful and impactful ways. I’m highly skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and also adept at using Figma and other digital platforms to streamline design workflows. I love collaborating with teams and clients to deliver polished, engaging visuals that help brands and projects stand out. When I’m not creating, you’ll often find me exploring new artistic techniques or contributing to community art engagements.

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Hi, I’m Lily Kostrzewa, a passionate and experienced graphic and web designer with over 10 years in the industry. I specialize in brand design, website design, YouTube videos, animation, and digital marketing. Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with a diverse range of clients from art studios to healthcare and media companies, always striving to bring creative ideas to life in meaningful and impactful ways.

I’m highly skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and also adept at using Figma and other digital platforms to streamline design workflows. I love collaborating with teams and clients to deliver polished, engaging visuals that help brands and projects stand out. When I’m not creating, you’ll often find me exploring new artistic techniques or contributing to community art engagements.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Freelancer at Lihting Lily Kostrzewa Art Studio

January 1, 2023 - June 12, 2024

Provided freelance graphics, brand design, website design, YouTube video, animation and digital marketing services for various clients in New York. Designed and produced impactful digital assets including animations, motion graphics, and video content for websites, social media, and multimedia campaigns. Leveraged advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator to produce polished print-ready and digital designs. Executed product and lifestyle photography sessions with photo retouching to enhance marketing materials. Developed client-facing presentations, polished brochures, magazines, and annual reports using advanced design techniques, and created surreal digital artwork for art and retail clients.

Packaging and Graphic Designer / Contractor at Werfen/Instrumentation Laboratory

May 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Collaborated on managing EU IVDR projects with internal teams. Created branded style guides, packaging, and marketing materials supporting brand marketing during a corporate naming transition. Demonstrated expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud tools for creating and editing visual assets. Managed a global departmental graphic design database using SAP to coordinate graphic activities across regions. Excelled in maintaining high standards for e-commerce platforms and corporate identity.

Graphic Designer / Marketing Freelance at Whitebox Art Center

August 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021

Promoted art center functions and programs during Covid-19 by producing motion graphics and animations. Coordinated exhibition scheduling and space designs. Contributed to communication strategies and social media content, assisting with marketing and brand design for auctions and events featuring international artists.

Graphic Designer / Contractor at Siemens Healthineers

February 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020

Supported special EU IVDR projects by performing research, creating layouts, mock-ups, and packaging design to meet special graphic requirements. Assisted with digital brochures, branding, advertisements, and label design for medical equipment. Managed content documentation and collaborated on branding development.

Graphic Designer / Managing Editor / Executive Assistant at New Art Examiner Magazine

January 1, 2015 - April 30, 2017

Served as Art Director by supporting layout design for print and online editions. Created motion graphics, advertising banners, and animations for digital publications. Organized meetings, workshops, and artist engagement activities. Provided executive administrative assistance to the publisher.

Digital Marketing / Freelance Designer at Izzy of Project Runway Jr.

January 1, 2017 - May 31, 2018

Worked closely with fashion designers and entertainment production teams supporting digital marketing campaigns, YouTube and TV reviews. Coordinated media interviews and managed complex travel arrangements for a TV fashion designer.

Art Director, Designer / Business Administrator at Wedding Corsage.com

January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013

Conceptualized and designed wedding products and accessories. Served as Chief Operating Officer supervising junior staff. Developed UI/UX for eCommerce website and managed global shipping logistics. Executed CMS digital marketing and Google AdWords campaigns and promoted company events and trade shows.

Graphic Designer / Special Hire at Pier 1 Imports

January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Developed campaign designs and point of purchase materials for home decor, furniture, and decorative accessories as part of a change project.

Graphic Designer / Freelance at Lily Kostrzewa Art Studio

January 1, 2023 - June 2, 2024

Provided freelance graphics, brand design, website design, YouTube video, animation and digital marketing for individual clients in New York. Designed and produced high-impact digital assets, including animations, motion graphics, and video content for websites, social media, and multimedia campaigns. Utilized advanced skills in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator to produce polished print-ready and digital designs. Executed photography sessions and performed photo retouching to enhance client portfolios. Created presentations, project timelines, and design specifications for stakeholder alignment. Produced brochures, magazines, and annual reports using advanced InDesign techniques. Crafted surreal digital artwork and marketing visuals by combining photography, textures, and digital painting.

Packaging and Graphic Designer / Contractor at Werfen/Instrumentation Laboratory

May 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Collaborated on EU IVDR special projects managing branded style guides, packaging, and marketing materials. Supported brand marketing during corporate identity changes ensuring smooth communication and coordination. Created and retouched visual assets using Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Managed global graphic design database in SAP providing real-time teamwork visibility across regions. Demonstrated expertise in Adobe Suite, Microsoft PowerPoint, and SAP to maintain design quality and accuracy in e-commerce platforms.

Graphic Designer / Marketing / Freelance Role in Program Management at Whitebox Art Center

August 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021

Promoted the art center’s functions and development during Covid by producing motion graphics and animation videos. Coordinated scheduling and exhibition delivery logistics. Collaborated with global artists and assisted in planning space designs for exhibitions and performances. Drafted communication and contributed to social media content strategy. Assisted in marketing and brand design for benefit auctions and large group exhibitions.

Graphic Designer / Contractor at Siemens Healthineers

February 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020

Supported EU IVDR projects by creating layouts, sketches, mock-ups, and graphic materials for package designs. Developed digital brochures, advertisements, branding designs, and label designs for dialogistical equipment. Assisted in content management and PowerPoint production to support design needs.

Graphic Designer / Managing Editor and Executive Assistant at New Art Examiner Magazine

January 1, 2015 - April 30, 2017

Acted as Art Director supporting magazine layout design for print and online markets in North America, UK, and EU. Produced motion graphics, advertising banners, and animation videos for online publications. Arranged and managed internal and traveling meetings including workshops and artist engagement activities.

Digital Marketing / Freelance Designer at Izzy of Project Runway Jr.

January 1, 2017 - May 31, 2018

Worked closely with fashion designers, celebrities, and entertainment production teams creating digital marketing materials, YouTube and TV reviews, and coordinated media interviews on prominent shows. Managed domestic travel logistics for fashion designer assignments.

Art Director, Designer / Business Administrator at Wedding Corsage.com

January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014

Provided initial wedding product and accessory design ideas and acted as Chief Operating Officer supervising junior administrative staff. Developed UI/UX website platform and managed global shipping logistics. Organized company events, trade shows, and TV commercials. Conducted CMS digital marketing and Google AdWords campaigns.

Graphic Designer / Special Project Hire at Pier 1 Imports

January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030

Developed campaign designs and point of purchase materials for home décor products, furniture, and decorative accessories supporting a change project.