My Resume

1. Karen Laubengayer
rklaub@yahoo.com
757 617 7220
Having worked in the graphic designs industry for over 12 years, I have a knack for all areas of design,
computer software and Internet. As an experienced graphic design professional, I would like to utilize my
creativity in making unique and creative designs. I have combined my love of fine art and graphics
throughout recent years resulting in unique and inspiring designs.
Graphic Designer
Haynes Furniture Company - Virginia Beach, VA
February 2014 to September 2014
• Responsible for the preparation of visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts.
• Worked in collaboration with the marketing team to design graphic elements, marketing
collateral, advertisements, print and email campaigns, Web banners, and more.
• Created and built files for print, high resolution print ready PDFs, and electronic media.
• Translated ideas, strategies and concepts into clear, compelling and engaging design.
• Prepared work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials.
• Illustrated concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement,
size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
• Prepared finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment.
• Prepared final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art.
• Completed projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etc.
• Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Graphic Designer
Lineworks - Chesapeake, VA
August 2008 to December 2010
• Created multiple logo designs, worked with clients to produce
magazine ads, elevator ads and store signage.
• Made suggestions regarding production methods, materials needed and costs.
• Gained experience with web design & eblasts.
• Played an integral role in the creation of logos and ads.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Laughing Garden Designs - Chesapeake, VA
• Met with clients to discuss the needs of a their particular project. Interpreted the project's needs,
gathered information to clarify design issues, and thought creatively to produce
ideas and solutions to the design challenges.
• Prepared multiple mock-ups and/or design options.
• Extensive experience dealing with clients experienced managing
multiple projects with concurrent deadlines.
• Natural aptitude for logo development.
• Solid sense of creativity & imagination to come up with innovative solutions to design challenges.
• Strong attention to detail.
Education
A.A. in Graphic Design
Fashion Institute of Technology - New York, NY June 1988
TECHNICAL SKILLS Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Acrobat, iMovie, MS
Office, PC and Mac Operating Systems, Screen Printing
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