Kristine Palmer

Designer & Illustrator

Reno, NV, USA
I create brand identities that allow small business startups to capture the attention of their audience, make an impression in their community and realize their dreams. I also work with clients to create custom fine art or digital illustrations to suit their particular project vision.

My name is Kristine Palmer. I am a designer & illustrator living in Reno, NV. Design has been a lifelong passion of mine, it’s impact is woven throughout our lives, and it’s so wonderful to be involved in creating meaningful design on a daily basis.

Over the years I’ve worked with many clients from a variety of industries. Ranging from online ventures to brick and mortar establishments, non profits to large scale developers, and fellow creatives.

I believe in the world changing power of design, because of this I have passionately served my local chapter of the AIGA since 2011. First as student chapter President, then as chapter Secretary, and most recently, chapter Vice President.

• My favorite color is purple
• My wedding was on Halloween. In a cemetery. With our guests in costume.
• Last read It’s Okay to Laugh. And Crying is Cool Too by Nora Purmort
• Favorite movie: The Neverending Story
• Francophile

Work Experience

Reno Tahoe Tonight Magazine

Graphic Design

Magazine article layout design, ensuring high quality typography and photography for the publication. RTT won several awards for layout and design during my time on board the team. I also designed advertisements for clients.
July 2013 - March 2015 Reno, Nevada, United States

Grind Creative

Creative Designer

Create logos, identities and brands for clients utilizing hand rendering skills and translating digitally to produce final vector artwork. Design various print collateral projects for clients such as posters, flyers, postcards, vehicle graphics, business cards, magazines, brochure, advertisements, etc. Design website layouts. Oversee projects from start to finish. Communicate regularly with clients and vendors. Train new employees in systems and processes. Provide creative direction on projects.
August 2013 - December 2017 Nevada, United States

Mrs. Kristine Palmer Illustration & Design

Lead Designer & Illustrator

Create logos and brand identities for clients. Create custom illustrations, both hand rendered and digital. Print collateral, such as brochure and booklet layout, business cards, invitations, posters, postcards, flyers, etc. Oversee projects and maintain client and vendor communication. Provide creative direction on projects.
August 2013 - Reno, Nevada, United States

Education

Truckee Meadows Community College

Associate of Applied Science

Emphasis in Graphic Communication
Reno, Nevada, United States

Awards

American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards

Silver Addy

2013

American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards

Gold Addy

2013