Brigid Cowdrey

Graphic Designer

Silver Spring, MD, USA
Hello! I’m a passionate, detail-oriented and organized designer. I'm a problem solver, a quick study and willing to learn any new skill to accomplish the task at hand. I am currently seeking full-time employment.

My skills have been primarily utilized at an in-house level. However, I'd welcome the opportunity and challenge of working in an agency setting.

Work Experience

Comella Design Group

Graphic Designer

June 2016 - Present Bethesda, Maryland, United States

The Ecology Center

Graphic Design and Brand Integration

Responsible for all print material including workshops and events such as quarterly calendars, advertising and marketing materials as well as handouts and promotional collateral for participants. Implements brand standards across multiple distinct programs as well as core brand pieces such as reports, presentations and digital imagery for social media and email blasts.

Works with Executive Director in tandem with design firm Zago to create, implement and upkeep museum quality environmental signage including general wayfinding and a self-guided tour of the property.

Assists with web page design maintenance and updates, design of digital campaign imagery and landing pages. Implements branding standards within email marketing templates.
March 2014 - Present San Juan Capistrano, California, United States

Cuipo, LLC

Graphic and Web Designer

Designed digital and printed marketing materials including cards, posters, emails and web banners. Created art for apparel and product licensing. Part of a team that redesigned and administrated cuipo.org including HTML, CSS and UI/UX design.

Created comps and illustrations for new products and point of purchase. Generated content and imagery for company's social media presence, monitored customer service requests and was in charge of writing and posting Wordpress blog content.
September 2011 - November 2013 Newport Beach, California, United States

Trader Joe's

In-Store Sign Artist

Duties include but are not limited to making large chalkboard signs, designing templates, & producing banners. Hand drawn typography and illustration is used to feature and accurately communicate information about products at the in-store level.
November 2005 - January 2015 Mission Viejo, California, United States

IMC Graphics

Graphic Design Intern

Created a variety of large and small scale print media for CSU, Chico clients. Gained experience with working independently and managing multiple client timelines simultaneously. Responsible for packaging for pre-press and off site press checks. Typography and ability to work within deadlines were stressed. (This department of the university has since been renamed Creative Media & Technology - Graphic Design Services)
January 2008 - December 2008 Chico, California, United States

Education

California State University, Chico

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Design with an option in Graphic Design

National Student Exchange Participant: Portland State University Fall 2007
AIGA: CSU, Chico Student Group 2006-2008
Department of Communication and Education Dean's List 2004-2008
August 2004 - December 2008 Chico, California, United States

Languages

English (Native),

Awards

AIGA Orange County

Orange County Design Awards: In-House Print Design, In-House Environmental Design, In-House Sustainable Design

2015

CSU, Chico Presidents Office

President's Scholarship Award

2004

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite, File Management, Hand Lettering, Html & Css, Print Production, Project Management, Typography,