Abigail Hines
Multi-Disciplinary Designer and Brand Builder
Central District, Hong Kong
+852 5249 6840
be.net/downeycreative
I am a creative problem solver who strives to constantly grow in my skills as a graphic designer as well as be an asset to those with whom I collaborate. Each project I approach in a new way, and tailor it to fit the appropriate parameters so that the result is both innovative and unique. I love to be pushed out of my comfort zone and challenged because those are the situations in which I really am forced to grow.I'm self-motivated, determined, and I understand and implement effective methods of communication, but on top of that I love design. Great design can only result from great passion—not just hard work— and that's why I'm in this field.
I completed my degree in graphic design at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Hong Kong. I began my career as the graphic designer at Black Sheep Restaurants, and later refocused my occupational goals to form my own freelance consultancy. This path has allowed me to grow more in multiple graphic design disciplines, as well as increased my networking skills. I recently relocated to Chicago after 6 years of living in Hong Kong and am looking to expand my clientele in the US.
I completed my degree in graphic design at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Hong Kong. I began my career as the graphic designer at Black Sheep Restaurants, and later refocused my occupational goals to form my own freelance consultancy. This path has allowed me to grow more in multiple graphic design disciplines, as well as increased my networking skills. I recently relocated to Chicago after 6 years of living in Hong Kong and am looking to expand my clientele in the US.
Work Experience
Mattel
Consumer Products Package Design for Barbie/Girls Lines
June 2013
- August 2013
El Segundo, California, United States
Oliver Bentleys
graphic designer
January 2013
- December 2013
Georgia, United States
Savannah Blue Print
graphic designer
September 2012
- June 2013
Savannah, Georgia, United States
Newaygo County Council For The Arts
Intern
June 2011
- August 2012
Fremont, Michigan, United States
Black Sheep Restaurants
Graphic Designer
Black Sheep Restaurants is a hospitality and service company with 7 different restaurants in Hong Kong, all offering a different cuisine and each with a unique brand and atmosphere.
At Black Sheep, I was responsible for creating menus, advertisements, and other promotional materials. I am also in charge of designing and creating the chalkboard menus that are on display in each restaurant. I take part in social media postings and upkeep on Instagram, Tumblr and Facebook. During my time with this company, I had the opportunity to brand their 9th outlet— Stazione Novella, an Italian cafe in the heart of SoHo.
Through this position, I gained exposure to both new and classic forms of graphic design, which allowed me to become more well-rounded as a designer.
At Black Sheep, I was responsible for creating menus, advertisements, and other promotional materials. I am also in charge of designing and creating the chalkboard menus that are on display in each restaurant. I take part in social media postings and upkeep on Instagram, Tumblr and Facebook. During my time with this company, I had the opportunity to brand their 9th outlet— Stazione Novella, an Italian cafe in the heart of SoHo.
Through this position, I gained exposure to both new and classic forms of graphic design, which allowed me to become more well-rounded as a designer.
Central and Western District, Hong Kong
Freelance
Graphic Designer
Since its inception, Downey Creative has collaborated with a companies in industries across the board from luxury and fashion, to furniture and consumer products, to fin tech and healthcare. Clients of note include Steelcase, Gibson Innovations, Mattel, Philips, Ogilvy & Mather, Johnson & Johnson, JW Marriott Hotels and more.
As a multi-disciplinary studio, Downey Creative is passionate about turning our clients' visions into a reality, working from the concept stage all the way through implementation and beyond. With innovative thinking and a solution-based approach, we strive to create, expand, and elevate brands' visual identity and communication.
As a multi-disciplinary studio, Downey Creative is passionate about turning our clients' visions into a reality, working from the concept stage all the way through implementation and beyond. With innovative thinking and a solution-based approach, we strive to create, expand, and elevate brands' visual identity and communication.
Hong Kong SAR of China
Education
Savannah College Of Art And Design (SCAD)
Bachelor of Fine Arts
September 2012
- Present
Savannah, Georgia, United States
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Transfer Student
September 2010
- April 2012
Allendale, Michigan, United States
Languages
English (Fluent),
Spanish (Advanced),
Skills
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe InDesign,
Adobe Photoshop,