Courtney Blair
Freelance Designer
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
8015566568
be.net/courtneyblairdesign
I am a highly motivated design professional who has effectively implemented graphic design solutions for over eight years.
We live in a world where styles change constantly and fresh ideas are always in demand. Professionals in every field, especially graphic design, must be aware of these changes and possess the flexibility and imagination to stay ahead of the trends.
I know that I have the training and the ability it takes to produce compelling concepts and designs. My past experiences have taught me how to bring ideas to life. I take great pride in the design work I create and always strive to deliver effective, focused and on target product that fits a variety of clients and consumers.
I invite you to check out my work at www.courtney-blair.com and www.patterndaily.bigcartel.com. I'd appreciate the chance to meet with you to discuss how I could be a vital part to your design team.
Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to talking to you.
We live in a world where styles change constantly and fresh ideas are always in demand. Professionals in every field, especially graphic design, must be aware of these changes and possess the flexibility and imagination to stay ahead of the trends.
I know that I have the training and the ability it takes to produce compelling concepts and designs. My past experiences have taught me how to bring ideas to life. I take great pride in the design work I create and always strive to deliver effective, focused and on target product that fits a variety of clients and consumers.
I invite you to check out my work at www.courtney-blair.com and www.patterndaily.bigcartel.com. I'd appreciate the chance to meet with you to discuss how I could be a vital part to your design team.
Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to talking to you.
Work Experience
Modify Ink
Designer / Artist Curator
• Worked with a small team of designers from the ground up to develop the patented technology behind ModifyInk.com
• Help develop the look and flow of ModifyInk.com
• Communicated regularly with the dev team to implement concepts and user flow.
• Artist Outreach
• Built relationships with local and outside artists to contribute their work to ModifyInk.com
• Played a key role in expanding into customizable party goods
• Brand ambassador for Modify Ink at trade shows and conferences
Modify Ink is a simple-to-use, web-based, collaborative design platform that enables anyone to customize and personalize art. Simply select art that you like, then change the colors, patterns, and textures of each element to match your personality, décor, or event. Art that's perfect for you is just a few clicks away! www.modifyink.com
• Help develop the look and flow of ModifyInk.com
• Communicated regularly with the dev team to implement concepts and user flow.
• Artist Outreach
• Built relationships with local and outside artists to contribute their work to ModifyInk.com
• Played a key role in expanding into customizable party goods
• Brand ambassador for Modify Ink at trade shows and conferences
Modify Ink is a simple-to-use, web-based, collaborative design platform that enables anyone to customize and personalize art. Simply select art that you like, then change the colors, patterns, and textures of each element to match your personality, décor, or event. Art that's perfect for you is just a few clicks away! www.modifyink.com
January 2014
- June 2015
Utah, United States
BasicGrey, LLC
Graphic Designer
• Collaborate with a small team to conceptualize, develop and design products for the scrapbooking and craft industry: Patterned paper, embellishments, catalogs, marketing needs.
• Developed branding for products and product lines.
• Collaborated with celebrity scrapbookers to develop and release collections.
• Research color and design trends.
• Developed branding for products and product lines.
• Collaborated with celebrity scrapbookers to develop and release collections.
• Research color and design trends.
August 2012
- May 2015
Utah, United States
Craft Lake City
Graphic Designer
• Collaborated with the Executive Director and Marketing Director to brand the 2014 DIY Festival.
• Implemented a new festival logo, color palette, and icons across various platforms.
• Integrated the 2014 branding for banners, fliers, advertising, program and more to create a greater visual presence in Salt Lake City leading up to the festival and during the festival.
• Currently working on the 2015 DIY Festival design.
Craft Lake City is a 501-C3 nonprofit charitable organization. Our mission is to educate, promote and inspire local artisans, while elevating the creative culture of the Utah arts community through science, technology and art. We remain active year-round, hosting workshops, fundraisers, DIY gatherings, gallery showings and collaborative projects with like-minded organizations such as the Salt Lake Film Festival, the Utah Art Alliance and The Temporary Museum of Permanent Change. The organization has brought a newfound awareness of supporting local handmade artisans to the community.
Furthermore, the organization seeks to enhance Utah’s DIY arts culture by broadening the definition of “craft” to encompass all things handmade—including craft food, STEM and DIY engineers (electronic makers).
• Implemented a new festival logo, color palette, and icons across various platforms.
• Integrated the 2014 branding for banners, fliers, advertising, program and more to create a greater visual presence in Salt Lake City leading up to the festival and during the festival.
• Currently working on the 2015 DIY Festival design.
Craft Lake City is a 501-C3 nonprofit charitable organization. Our mission is to educate, promote and inspire local artisans, while elevating the creative culture of the Utah arts community through science, technology and art. We remain active year-round, hosting workshops, fundraisers, DIY gatherings, gallery showings and collaborative projects with like-minded organizations such as the Salt Lake Film Festival, the Utah Art Alliance and The Temporary Museum of Permanent Change. The organization has brought a newfound awareness of supporting local handmade artisans to the community.
Furthermore, the organization seeks to enhance Utah’s DIY arts culture by broadening the definition of “craft” to encompass all things handmade—including craft food, STEM and DIY engineers (electronic makers).
October 2013
- Present
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
American Crafts
Designer
• Lead a team to conceptualize, developed and design products for the scrapbooking and craft industry
• Developed branding for products and product lines
• Developed packaging for new products
• Catalog design
• Photo directing: catalogs, signage & advertising
• Developed branding for products and product lines
• Developed packaging for new products
• Catalog design
• Photo directing: catalogs, signage & advertising
March 2007
- August 2012
Utah, United States
Education
University Of Utah
BFA Graphic Design
2001
- 2004
Utah, United States
Awards
AIGA 100 Merit
Mon Ami Patterned Paper (Basicgrey)
2013
AIGA 100 Merit
Fresh Cut Patterned Paper (Basicgrey)
2013
AIGA 100 Merit
Badass Mother Card (Pattern Daily)
2013
AIGA 100 Merit
Animal Collective Gig Poster (Pattern Daily)
2013
AIGA 100 Merit
Campy Trails Patterned Paper (American Crafts)
2011
AIGA 100 Merit
The Classics Patterned Paper (American Crafts)
2011
AIGA 100 Merit
Character Logo (American Crafts)
2009
AIGA 100 Merit
ModaBella Patterned Paper (American Crafts)
2009
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite,
Able To Fit In Well Within Team Hierarchy,
Able To Handle Pressure Of Deadlines & Large Workloads,
Adobe CS,
Creating Teams & Leading,
Good Social Skills In Networking,