Hi there! I'm Kristin Kaz, a passionate graphic designer with a knack for solving creative puzzles. I bring a blend of creativity and attention to detail to every project I work on, and I truly enjoy helping people bring their design ideas to life. With years of experience in graphic design, especially in gift bag projects, I thrive in collaborative environments and love guiding teams to success. When I'm not leading projects or designing, I enjoy training new designers and sharing my knowledge of key design tools like Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. My goal is to continue growing as part of a creative design team where I can contribute my skills and help clients achieve amazing results.

Kristin Kaz

Hi there! I'm Kristin Kaz, a passionate graphic designer with a knack for solving creative puzzles. I bring a blend of creativity and attention to detail to every project I work on, and I truly enjoy helping people bring their design ideas to life. With years of experience in graphic design, especially in gift bag projects, I thrive in collaborative environments and love guiding teams to success. When I'm not leading projects or designing, I enjoy training new designers and sharing my knowledge of key design tools like Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. My goal is to continue growing as part of a creative design team where I can contribute my skills and help clients achieve amazing results.

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Hi there! I’m Kristin Kaz, a passionate graphic designer with a knack for solving creative puzzles. I bring a blend of creativity and attention to detail to every project I work on, and I truly enjoy helping people bring their design ideas to life. With years of experience in graphic design, especially in gift bag projects, I thrive in collaborative environments and love guiding teams to success.

When I’m not leading projects or designing, I enjoy training new designers and sharing my knowledge of key design tools like Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. My goal is to continue growing as part of a creative design team where I can contribute my skills and help clients achieve amazing results.

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Work Experience

Project Leader - Gift Bags at The Clever Factory
November 1, 2022 - June 7, 2024
Delegated tasks to design team related to each individual project for clients. Worked closely with the team lead to keep multiple assigned projects on track. Responsible for delegating and tracking all printed deliverable requirements. Presented final printed items to Sales and Product Development before handing over renders and deliverables to clients. Held a hybrid position involving team leading and design work. Trained new designers on all procedures implemented for the gift bags team.
Senior Graphic Designer - Gift Bags at The Clever Factory
February 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Worked on gift bags for various clients including Dollar General, Popshelf, Walmart, and Dollar Tree. Assisted designers with questions relating to Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Managed multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines. Created digital renders of products and mock-ups of physical items for client sampling.
Graphic Designer at Hobby Lobby Creative
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Worked on the Card & Party team responsible for all party themes, packaging, wedding invitations, and seasonal printed materials. Collaborated with designers to expand party theme ideas and collections. Developed themed surface pattern collections used across company products. Created mockups and prototypes for client presentations. Worked on products including party collections, calendars, gift wrap, children’s foam kits, and greeting cards.
Warehouse Associate at Amazon BNA3
January 1, 2020 - June 7, 2024
Worked on the Pack team performing various roles such as Multis, Single Large, and Slap. Served on the Sort team handling tote wrangling and sorting bins into rolling carts for processing. Trained in Vendor Returns for expanded workplace roles and diversity.
Graphic Design Intern at Bold Multimedia
June 1, 2017 - August 31, 2017
Supported design development with mockups and prototypes for client presentations. Worked on party themes and related printed materials. Collaborated with fellow designers and maintained client websites and social media postings. Designed printed materials such as mailers and brochures. Followed up with clients regarding design firm experience.

Education

BFA at University of Oklahoma
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
AA at Trenholm State Technical College
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010

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Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Wholesale & Distribution, Manufacturing