Erik R. Johnson
Graphic Designer
Madison, WI, USAI am a graphic designer with a passion for all areas of design. I have experience creating identity systems, print collateral, illustrations, along with a variety of other projects. When working on a project, I always strive to apply my knowledge of composition, typography, along with other principles of design to come up with creative and functional visual solutions. I am always working to sharpen my design skills.
Work Experience
Planet Propaganda
Graphic Designer
Planet Propaganda’s range of clients have provided me an opportunity to push my skill set in both print and digital. I collaborate with talented team members to create memorable identity systems, packaging and impactful creative assets.
March 2022
- Present
Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Shine United
Graphic Designer
At Shine United I create award-winning designs and illustrations while improving my skills and design process. I work on everything from logos and packaging to apparel designs, posters and printed media – all across a wide variety of well-known brands.
August 2014
- March 2022
Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Volume One Magazine
Graphic Designer
Create dynamic/eye-catching advertisements and editorial illustrations featured in the bi-weekly magazine with an estimated reach if 45,000 viewers. Gained experience with working at a fast pace and keeping up with deadlines.
Responsible for creating unique designs for printed media, apparel, and other merchandise sold at The Local Store.
Responsible for creating unique designs for printed media, apparel, and other merchandise sold at The Local Store.
May 2013
- Present
Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States
National Presto Industries, Inc.
Graphic Design Intern
Create wide range of graphics including logos, icons, interface displays, point of purchase displays, etc. that are featured on/with a wide range of products distribute throughout North America. Experience with brain storming and product development to come up with unique and innovative ideas. Gained valuable experience with working within limitations as well as deadline.
January 2012
- December 2013
Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States
The Spectator
Graphic Designer
Create advertisements for local business that are published in the newspaper and on website on a weekly basis. Created logos, business cards, flyers along with a range of printed media for employees of the magazine.
August 2011
- December 2011
Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States
Education
University Of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Graphic Design
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design with a minor in Marketing
September 2009
- December 2013
Wisconsin, United States
Hogeschool Rotterdam
Went to learn about business, learned about life instead.
February 2012
- July 2012
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Languages
English (Native),
Awards
Skills
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Indesign,
Adobe Photoshop,
Brand Identity,
Brand Standards,
Branding,
Brochures,
Digital Marketing,
Drawing,
Figma,
Illustration,
Logo Design,
Logos,
Packaging,
Posters,