I'm Valerie Bess, a Senior Graphic Designer with 10+ years of progressive experience delivering high-impact print and digital marketing for B2B and B2C brands across health care, biotech, events, and corporate sectors within agency, in-house, and freelance contexts. I'm seasoned in fast-paced pre-press and start-up environments with a demonstrated record of managing co-occurring projects and timelines, solving problems creatively, and consistently delivering work according to high standards of excellence. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite & Figma, with strong skills in project management systems, file organization, and brand stewardship. I have a proven track record of leading design projects from concept through production, fostering internal and external partnerships, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet project goals with empathy, creativity, and energy.

Valerie Bess

I'm Valerie Bess, a Senior Graphic Designer with 10+ years of progressive experience delivering high-impact print and digital marketing for B2B and B2C brands across health care, biotech, events, and corporate sectors within agency, in-house, and freelance contexts. I'm seasoned in fast-paced pre-press and start-up environments with a demonstrated record of managing co-occurring projects and timelines, solving problems creatively, and consistently delivering work according to high standards of excellence. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite & Figma, with strong skills in project management systems, file organization, and brand stewardship. I have a proven track record of leading design projects from concept through production, fostering internal and external partnerships, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet project goals with empathy, creativity, and energy.

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I’m Valerie Bess, a Senior Graphic Designer with 10+ years of progressive experience delivering high-impact print and digital marketing for B2B and B2C brands across health care, biotech, events, and corporate sectors within agency, in-house, and freelance contexts. I’m seasoned in fast-paced pre-press and start-up environments with a demonstrated record of managing co-occurring projects and timelines, solving problems creatively, and consistently delivering work according to high standards of excellence.

I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Suite & Figma, with strong skills in project management systems, file organization, and brand stewardship. I have a proven track record of leading design projects from concept through production, fostering internal and external partnerships, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet project goals with empathy, creativity, and energy.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Valerie Bess Design
June 1, 2014 - Present
Private practice serving clients across diverse industries encompassing small/mid-sized businesses and large corporations. Build and foster local and remote client relationships identifying customer needs, market trends, and brand opportunities driving awareness and business development. Communicate with clients, provide quotes, and develop and present designs consulting with clients and delivering final products on-time and within budget.
Graphic Designer at MODDISPLAYS
July 2, 2020 - October 14, 2025
Trade show display designer and distributor. Designed and produced a high volume (2,600+ over 4.5 years) of custom trade show graphics and 3D mockups for clients across hundreds of industries. Inspected client-submitted graphics for preflight readiness with attention to detail and provided technical graphic assistance.
Graphic Designer at Practice Promotions
July 1, 2021 - October 14, 2025
Marketing agency providing solutions for physical therapy practices across the U.S. and Canada. Delivered 120+ branded print and digital deliverables per month for physical therapy practices, including direct mail, newsletters, responsive web pages, brochures, event collateral, emails, logos, and more.
Graphic Designer at MODDISPLAYS
November 2, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Led design for trade show graphics, developing concepts and executing deliverables across client programs. Created and implemented project management workflows and brand guidelines for cohesive output.
Graphic Designer at The Mark-It Screen Printing & Embroidery
July 2, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Led branding and logo design for BioSpecimen Management Consortium, contributing to successful adoption by 26+ pharmaceutical, biotech, and clinical research site members. Designed and produced high-volume trade show graphics and 3D mockups, managed brand guidelines, and collaborated cross-functionally to meet project goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts & Design at James Madison University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other