Sarah Parker
Designer
WI, USASarah Parker, often referred to as “sparker,” is a results-oriented, award-winning graphic designer with a proven track record of dedication and performance, who is accomplished in fostering positive change. She brings passion, strong attention to detail, creativity and imagination to every project with which she is involved. She currently works as a designer for Kohler, Co.
Her fine art has been featured at the Brandenburg Art Gallery, Larsen Fine Arts in Bourbonnais, Illinois and the Sanctuary Gallery in Clifton, Illinois. Sarah has also been honored by AAF Fox River District with one Gold ADDY and four Silver ADDY Awards, by GDUSA Magazine with six American Graphic Design Awards, secured one print buy-in for a promotional piece with Appleton Coated Papers, and has been featured, on three occasions, in the national PaperSpecs gallery (including two video spotlights as the “paper inspiration of the week”).
Sarah is currently a member and board member of AIGA Wisconsin, and has had involvement with AAF – Fox River Ad Club, Quarry Quest and Zephyrfest, has been featured as a keynote speaker and has coordinated multiple workshops and seminars for design students.
In her free time, she enjoys art museums and aquariums, collecting unique packaging and papers, watercolor, gourmet cooking, volunteering at her local church and kayaking.
Her fine art has been featured at the Brandenburg Art Gallery, Larsen Fine Arts in Bourbonnais, Illinois and the Sanctuary Gallery in Clifton, Illinois. Sarah has also been honored by AAF Fox River District with one Gold ADDY and four Silver ADDY Awards, by GDUSA Magazine with six American Graphic Design Awards, secured one print buy-in for a promotional piece with Appleton Coated Papers, and has been featured, on three occasions, in the national PaperSpecs gallery (including two video spotlights as the “paper inspiration of the week”).
Sarah is currently a member and board member of AIGA Wisconsin, and has had involvement with AAF – Fox River Ad Club, Quarry Quest and Zephyrfest, has been featured as a keynote speaker and has coordinated multiple workshops and seminars for design students.
In her free time, she enjoys art museums and aquariums, collecting unique packaging and papers, watercolor, gourmet cooking, volunteering at her local church and kayaking.
Work Experience
Kohler, Co.
Designer
Responsible for creative concepting, creative development, direction and design for the Global Powers Group. Projects include a variety of package design, print advertising, digital and web design, email campaigns, three dimensional displays and tradeshows.
November 2013
- Present
Wisconsin, United States
Miron Construction Co., Inc.
Graphic Designer
Responsible for corporate identity, branding and creative solutions to fit the needs of Miron's internal and external clients while creating compelling and innovative designs. Projects include a variety of collateral packages, package design, print advertising, email campaigns and three dimensional displays. Managing each project from concept to completion while coordinating with external vendors to provide a positive return on our investments and timely, quality results. In addition, yearly nonprofit work on behalf of Miron, managing the design and creative direction for Quarry Quest and St. Mary Central High School - Zephyrfest.
February 2008
- October 2013
Neenah, Wisconsin, United States
Attach, LLC
Graphic Designer / Creative Director
Created and prepared all graphic collateral materials establishing Attach, LLC brand identity. Produced essential presentation and support materials for 32 companies nationwide.
2006
- February 2008
Appleton, Wisconsin, United States
The Creative Edge
Environmental Graphic Designer
Created, developed and executed all design elements for environmental signage assisting organizations nationwide. This performance resulted in increased conceptual clarity while
generating additional revenue.
generating additional revenue.
2006
- 2006
Manteno, Illinois, United States
Education
Olivet Nazarene University
B.S. in Art, Graphic Design, Fine Art
August 2003
- May 2006
Bourbonnais, Illinois, United States
Awards
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Silver Addy
2014
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Silver ADDY Award
2012
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Gold ADDY Award
2011
Graphic Design USA
AGDA Winner
2010
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Silver ADDY Award
2010
Graphic Design USA
AGDA Winner (2)
2009
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Silver ADDY Award
2009
Skills
Adobe Photoshop,
Art Direction,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Indesign,
Creative Strategy,
EMarketing & Social Media Graphics,
Environmental Graphics,
Graphic Design,
Illustration,
Packaging,
Typography,
Organizations
AIGA - Wisconsin
2013 – Present
AAF - Fox River Ad Club
2012 – Present
Quarry Quest
Committee Member
2011 – 2013
2013 – Present
AAF - Fox River Ad Club
2012 – Present
Quarry Quest
Committee Member
2011 – 2013