Hi, I'm Luke Knudsen. I am a seasoned graphic designer and print production specialist with extensive experience in creating print-ready graphics for a variety of media including vehicle wraps, murals, and banners. I love turning client ideas into compelling large-format designs and ensuring every detail is perfect right through production and installation. I’ve worked in diverse roles from vinyl graphics installation to freelance illustration and screen printing. I enjoy balancing creativity with technical precision and managing multiple projects to consistently deliver high-quality results. Working with Adobe Creative Suite and hand lettering are some of my favorite parts of design, and I’m always excited to help brands tell their story beautifully.

Luke Knudsen

Hi, I'm Luke Knudsen. I am a seasoned graphic designer and print production specialist with extensive experience in creating print-ready graphics for a variety of media including vehicle wraps, murals, and banners. I love turning client ideas into compelling large-format designs and ensuring every detail is perfect right through production and installation. I’ve worked in diverse roles from vinyl graphics installation to freelance illustration and screen printing. I enjoy balancing creativity with technical precision and managing multiple projects to consistently deliver high-quality results. Working with Adobe Creative Suite and hand lettering are some of my favorite parts of design, and I’m always excited to help brands tell their story beautifully.

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Hi, I’m Luke Knudsen. I am a seasoned graphic designer and print production specialist with extensive experience in creating print-ready graphics for a variety of media including vehicle wraps, murals, and banners. I love turning client ideas into compelling large-format designs and ensuring every detail is perfect right through production and installation.

I’ve worked in diverse roles from vinyl graphics installation to freelance illustration and screen printing. I enjoy balancing creativity with technical precision and managing multiple projects to consistently deliver high-quality results. Working with Adobe Creative Suite and hand lettering are some of my favorite parts of design, and I’m always excited to help brands tell their story beautifully.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer, Print Production Specialist at Meeting Street Graphics
January 1, 2019 - June 5, 2024
Created print-ready graphics for vehicle wraps, wall murals, banners, stickers, and signage across a variety of substrates balancing aesthetics with technical accuracy. Translated client concepts into effective large-format designs using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Prepared print-to-install production files with precise bleed, cut paths, etc. Operated wide-format printers, plotters, and laminators while ensuring color accuracy and material compatibility. Managed inventory of media, inks, substrates, and supplies, coordinated install logistics, and improved production workflow by implementing file-check protocols and material prep standards. Handled multiple concurrent client projects with varying deadlines.
Vinyl Graphics Installer and Design Assistant at Jrag
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Assisted in file preparation for small and large scale graphic installations. Prepared vinyl graphics from plotter-cut sheets ensuring precision clean edges for both small decals and large-format applications. Conducted surface preparation pre-installation. Installed large-format vinyl graphics on commercial surfaces including full and partial vehicle wraps. Performed surface prep and post-install inspection. Managed complex, multi-panel installs with precise alignment across curves, edges, rivets, and seams.
Junior Designer, Illustrator at Modern Brand
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
Collaborated closely with the senior art director to bring client ideas to life. Learned to create brand management, stationery design, and website layouts to properly execute project goals. Utilized small team collaboration and time management to produce and install for multiple clients. Ensured product and packaging met client standards and pricing expectations. Assisted in art direction for brands, products, and marketing collateral including photography. Designed email newsletters.
Graphic Designer, Illustrator at Freelance
January 1, 2012 - June 5, 2024
Worked directly with clients to establish, interpret, and create brand concepts and ideas. Provided insights to ensure logos and stationery arrived timely. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and provided hand lettering and custom illustrations. Managed all phases of design projects independently—from concept through revisions to file preparation and final delivery. Balanced multiple deadlines and client projects while maintaining quality and attention to detail. Also assisted with murals and hand painted signage.
Screen Printing and Design, Illustrator/Lead Screen Printer at Smokescreen Printing and Design
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Mentored under the owner to create print-ready products. Prepared artwork for multi-layer screen printing using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Worked with customers to finalize designs and select garments and ink types. Burned screens, operated manual and automatic presses, and maintained ink consistency across short-run orders. Learned pantone system and custom ink mixing. Assisted in adapting artwork for screen printing and understood limitations regarding fine details and gradients.

Education

Community College at Jefferson State Community College
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor's Degree at The University of Alabama, Birmingham, Graphic Design
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Professional Services