I am a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with extensive experience in both digital and print design. I specialize in Adobe Creative Suite, typography, branding, and UX/UI principles to create visually compelling and impactful solutions. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior designers to ensure top-quality results that align with client expectations. Over the years, I've developed a strong portfolio working in non-profit and government sectors, delivering multi-platform design projects including infographics, marketing collateral, web designs, and newsletters. My goal is always to drive engagement and enhance brand recognition through thoughtful and innovative design strategies.…

Richard Von Zimmer

I am a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with extensive experience in both digital and print design. I specialize in Adobe Creative Suite, typography, branding, and UX/UI principles to create visually compelling and impactful solutions. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior designers to ensure top-quality results that align with client expectations. Over the years, I've developed a strong portfolio working in non-profit and government sectors, delivering multi-platform design projects including infographics, marketing collateral, web designs, and newsletters. My goal is always to drive engagement and enhance brand recognition through thoughtful and innovative design strategies.…

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I am a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with extensive experience in both digital and print design. I specialize in Adobe Creative Suite, typography, branding, and UX/UI principles to create visually compelling and impactful solutions. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior designers to ensure top-quality results that align with client expectations.

Over the years, I’ve developed a strong portfolio working in non-profit and government sectors, delivering multi-platform design projects including infographics, marketing collateral, web designs, and newsletters. My goal is always to drive engagement and enhance brand recognition through thoughtful and innovative design strategies.

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Skills

Experience Level

Adobe Illustrator
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Adobe InDesign
Expert
Branding
Expert
Brochure
Expert
Web Design
Expert
Figma
Expert
Adobe Dreamweaver
Expert
Canva
Expert
Infographic
Expert
CSS
Intermediate
HTML5
Intermediate
WordPress
Intermediate
JavaScript
Intermediate
Squarespace
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer at Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS)
November 1, 2024 - July 24, 2025
Developed graphics and visuals for digital engagement, public communication, and donor relations, focusing on improving brand identity across all platforms. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate design assets into social media campaigns. Designed print and digital materials such as annual reports, banners, brochures, flyers, fact sheets, postcards, and the quarterly newsletter, Legacy®, ensuring consistent messaging and aesthetic. Secured over $100K in donations per issue by designing the quarterly newsletter. Significantly improved NMCRS’s visual brand identity, effectively reaching a broader audience and maximizing engagement.
Graphic Design Manager at Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF)
December 31, 2022 - July 24, 2025
Developed multi-platform designs across print, digital, social, and motion graphics. Managed a comprehensive suite of collateral for over 30 annual events including galas, golf outings, and dinners. Coordinated closely with multiple departments to uphold brand consistency across all media formats. Administered web content management while ensuring the website remained dynamic, precise, and aligned with contemporary marketing strategies. Led a variety of graphic design and communications initiatives, handling complex projects from conceptualization through execution. Boosted engagement by 65% through innovative multi-platform design solutions. Spearheaded two website redesigns in 2014 and 2021, optimizing user experience across different mobile and desktop platforms.
Visual Information Specialist at United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
October 1, 2011 - July 24, 2025
Led the development of the organization’s visual identity, establishing corporate branding standards including color palettes, typography, and logo usage guidelines. Supported a wide range of communication materials, from educational content and program brochures to award-winning book covers. Collaborated closely with USIP Press on layout and production for both print and digital publications. Created cohesive branding and marketing materials such as brochures, newsletters, posters, and web banners. Designed educational tools and visual content for the Global Peacebuilding Center, supporting public outreach and youth programming. Produced and coordinated book design for USIP Press, including covers and layouts for various formats.

Education

Associates in Science at Northern Virginia Community College
July 24, 2025 - July 24, 2025
Photography

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
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