Kevin Vi

Graphic and Multimedia Designer at UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA–TWIN CITIES COLLEGE OF DESIGN ADVANCEMENT PROGRAM

Produce graphics and publications to support the advancement of the College of Design and its departments and programs. Create communications pieces to publicize College of Design events and programming to internal and external audiences. Produce photography and video of college events. Develop systems to maintain digital content library. Act as digital signage manager. Assist in maintaining the College of Design website through Drupal. Participated in Commencement Committee, Honors and Awards Committee, Design Justice Collective, BIPOC and Queer Affinity spaces.

Graphic Designer at Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board

Produced graphics and publications to increase public awareness, appreciation, and use of park activities, facilities, and services. Improved language access to park activities, facilities, and services. Developed MPRB branding and identity. Developed and implemented process, procedures, and best practices for federal ADA compliance of digital documents. Developed project request and project management systems and procedures. Developed systems and best practices for digital file management.

Communications Associate, Graphic Designer at University of Minnesota Global Programs & Strategy Alliance

Designed graphics and publications to support academic programming and events for all students, scholars, and faculty traveling into the US and abroad. Provided design support to all GPS Alliance departments and offices. Participated in departmental steering subcommittees including GPS inSide subcommittee, Inclusion of Diverse Backgrounds subcommittee, and POC and Native American Caucus Group.

Shop Technician at University of Minnesota College of Design Fabrication Shops

Assisted and oversaw students, faculty, and staff in the utilization of workshop and digital fabrication lab to conduct coursework and academic research — 3D printing, laser cutting and engraving, metalwork, woodwork. Consulted with shop users regarding effective and appropriate materials and methodology for the execution of work.