Hi, I'm Erica L. King, a passionate graphic designer with over 30 years of experience creating a wide variety of design projects, from books and brochures to websites and corporate identities. I've also enjoyed sharing my knowledge by teaching design courses at various universities and helping students master tools like Photoshop and InDesign. I love combining creativity with technical skills to produce compelling visual communications that deliver a message effectively. In addition to my design work, I've contributed as a technical writer and research specialist, working in professional settings like North Carolina Central University and Globallogic. I value collaboration, continuous learning, and bringing fresh ideas to everything I do, whether freelancing or instructing students remotely in advanced digital graphic design.…

Erica L. King

Hi, I'm Erica L. King, a passionate graphic designer with over 30 years of experience creating a wide variety of design projects, from books and brochures to websites and corporate identities. I've also enjoyed sharing my knowledge by teaching design courses at various universities and helping students master tools like Photoshop and InDesign. I love combining creativity with technical skills to produce compelling visual communications that deliver a message effectively. In addition to my design work, I've contributed as a technical writer and research specialist, working in professional settings like North Carolina Central University and Globallogic. I value collaboration, continuous learning, and bringing fresh ideas to everything I do, whether freelancing or instructing students remotely in advanced digital graphic design.…

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Hi, I’m Erica L. King, a passionate graphic designer with over 30 years of experience creating a wide variety of design projects, from books and brochures to websites and corporate identities. I’ve also enjoyed sharing my knowledge by teaching design courses at various universities and helping students master tools like Photoshop and InDesign. I love combining creativity with technical skills to produce compelling visual communications that deliver a message effectively.

In addition to my design work, I’ve contributed as a technical writer and research specialist, working in professional settings like North Carolina Central University and Globallogic. I value collaboration, continuous learning, and bringing fresh ideas to everything I do, whether freelancing or instructing students remotely in advanced digital graphic design.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Adjunct Instructor at North Carolina Central University
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2021
Taught Advanced Design and Computer Graphics courses, conducting lab classes twice a week. Instructed students on use of Photoshop and InDesign, supporting their development in graphic design skills.
Adjunct Instructor at NC Wesleyan College
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Taught Computer Graphics (InDesign) course and conducted lab classes twice a week, helping students advance their desktop publishing and graphic design skills.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
September 1, 1992 - December 31, 2022
Designed a broad spectrum of creative projects including books, brochures, posters, business cards, banners, corporate identity packages, packaging, websites, invitations, programs, stationery, coloring books, and calendars over a span of 30 years.
Graphic Designer at McKim & Creed
February 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Designed marketing publications, advertisements, and e-newsletters. Conducted photo sessions, photo retouching, wrote printing specifications, and prepared pre-press files for printing.
Information and Communication Specialist at North Carolina Central University
August 1, 2003 - December 31, 2007
Designed books and ads, wrote stories and press releases, staged photos, wrote editorial content, performed photo retouching, supervised interns and student workers.
Information and Training Specialist at Family Health International
October 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003
Designed training materials including books, CDs, binders, trade show displays, posters, brochures, and flyers. Produced promotional items for various campaigns.
Graphic Designer at BuildNet Inc.
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000
Designed CD jackets, promotional materials, graphics, logos, headers, and banners. Produced sales and marketing materials to boost company visibility.
Visiting Adjunct Instructor at North Carolina Central University
January 1, 1999 - June 30, 1999
Conducted lab classes twice a week for the Visual Communication Senior Seminar. Instructed students on Photoshop and desktop publishing techniques.
Senior Web Designer at Persimmon IT
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1998
Designed web graphics, brochures, and advertisements to support digital marketing efforts.
Associate Language Specialist at Globallogic
November 1, 2023 - June 23, 2024
Performed technical writing, research, and communication on a variety of topics.
Adjunct Instructor at Southern New Hampshire University
January 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Remotely instructed the Advanced Digital Graphic Design course, delivering course content and supporting student learning.

Education

Masters of Graphic Design at North Carolina State School of Design
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1995
Bachelor of Arts at North Carolina Central University
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1992

Qualifications

Member Society for Marketing Professional Services
March 1, 2007 - March 31, 2008

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization

Skills

Experience Level