Stephanie Wilkins
New York, NY, USAStephanie graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design and a Minor in Art History from Western Michigan University. Determined to work with the best and challenge herself, she moved to New York City two weeks after graduation without any immediate job prospects. Within a month, Stephanie landed a freelance gig with Catch 24 Advertising & Design, and has since held jobs as a graphic designer with Ludlow 6, as a freelance image retoucher for Quirky.com, and also worked as a sales associate for nine months at the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art. Stephanie was a Graphic Designer with the global branding specialist Firefly Branding, where she oversaw the design team as they tackled visual systems, packaging, environmental graphics and re-branding for international clients.
Currently, Stephanie is a Mid-level Graphic Designer with Graham Hanson Design, where she specializes in Environmental Graphics and Print Design.
Inspired by the energy and passion within New York City, Stephanie also enjoys designing and drawing in her spare time, focusing on print design and digital painting. Using her vast knowledge of art history, acute attention to detail, and an eye for aesthetics, Stephanie is capable of tackling any design challenge and creating fresh, exciting work.
Currently, Stephanie is a Mid-level Graphic Designer with Graham Hanson Design, where she specializes in Environmental Graphics and Print Design.
Inspired by the energy and passion within New York City, Stephanie also enjoys designing and drawing in her spare time, focusing on print design and digital painting. Using her vast knowledge of art history, acute attention to detail, and an eye for aesthetics, Stephanie is capable of tackling any design challenge and creating fresh, exciting work.
Work Experience
Graham Hanson Design
Senior Designer
November 2013
- Present
New York, United States
Firefly Branding
Graphic Designer
Develop visual systems, brand identities, and packaging for clients in Europe, South Korea and New York City.
June 2013
- November 2013
New York, New York, United States
Quirky
Image Retoucher
Retouching product photographs, renders, and portraits for product invention company.
September 2012
- December 2012
New York, New York, United States
Stribling & Associates
Graphic Designer
In-house graphic designer for Real Estate company. Tasks included producing postcards, brochures, and other print projects, drawing floorplans, as well as photo retouching and manipulation.
January 2012
- June 2013
New York, New York, United States
Ludlow 6, Brand Identity & Comm. Design
Freelance Graphic Designer
Worked with the owner to produce a book for Purchase College, which included cover design and text layout.
November 2012
- November 2012
New York, New York, United States
The Metropolitan Museum Of Art
Sales Associate
Worked as a sales associate in the Main Gift Shop where I interacted with individuals from around the world and expanded my knowledge and sensitivity of Art History and cultures.
August 2011
- April 2012
New York, New York, United States
Catch 24 Advertising & Design
Freelance Graphic Designer
Employed as a freelance Graphic Designer and photographer for Graphic Design Advertising Studio.
July 2011
- July 2011
New York, New York, United States
Education
Western Michigan University
BFA in Graphic Design, Minor in Art History
Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States
Skills
Adobe InDesign,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop,
Digital Art,
Graphic Design,
Illustration,
Photography,
Print Design,
Retouching,