Christen

Monroe
GRAPHIC DESIGNER

SUMMARY
Skilled Graphic Designer with eight years of experience in the field. Dedicated to staying

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up to date on new techniques and procedures related to graphic design. Excelling at
desktop publishing, digital design, print design, and front-end web design. Managed
multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communicator able to work as part of a team
or as the sole designer.
EXPERTISE
Technical knowledge of many software programs, such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator,
InDesign, Framer, and Balsamiq. A strong set of Communication skills that allow me to
understand customers wants. Works well in fast-paced and ever-changing environments.
Self-disciplined to finish work on time regardless of the number of projects currently
in queue.
EXPERIENCE
CONTRACT GRAPHIC UNC-TV, Durham (RTP), NC
DESIGNER
2019 • Update digital and print event advertisement for Rootle’s Block Party Live.

• Creation of custom illustration to accompany advertisements.

Programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER KBDB3, LLC, Raleigh, NC

2018-Present
• Spearhead the creation of branding and collateral of business from the ground up.

• Built unique advertisements and logos for community programs under the KBDB3 banner as
well as merchandise to be distributed at events.

• Partner with staff to cultivate, design, and illustrate product manuals and training materials
for culturally competent care curriculum.

Programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign

CONTRACT GRAPHIC CARROT-TOP INDUSTRIES INC., Durham, NC

DESIGNER
2018-2019
• Creation of custom graphics for print production for various vendors that range from flags,
tents, and various other outdoor and indoor event equipment.

• Partner with fellow designers for large scale campaigns that encompass multiple waves of
production to deliver a unique custom package for premium clientele.

Programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, Sketch, Invision, Adobe XD, Balsamiq Mockups, Sublime
Text, and Framer

GRAPHIC DESIGNER
BBH Media, Durham, NC
2014-2018

• Creation of internal and external marketing materials; from brochures, direct mailers, email
flyers, business cards, and magazine advertisements.

• Lead a team of designers and back end engineers in the revitalization and creation of the
internal CRM system; while cultivating design trends in regard to the Front-end design
interface and user experience for our clients’ web applications and websites.

Programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, Sketch, Invision, AdobeXD, Balsamiq Mockups,
Lightroom, Google Sketch, Sublime Text Editor, Flash, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere

EDUCATION
BACHELORS Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham; Durham,
OF ARTS DEGREE Graduated with Honors – 3.5 GPA – AIGA Membership
December 2011

CHRISTEN MONROE
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chris@christenkishun.com

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