Resume 2020
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Kishun MonroeResume 2020
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Kishun MonroeChristen
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
919-606-3237
chris@christenkishun.com
