Lana Bannow
Graphic Designer for Healthy Goods
Bend, OR, USA
[920] 595-0740
www.lanabannowdesign.com
To grow as a designer, with a graphic design firm that values creativity, collaboration, and an open working environment.
Work Experience
Hey Charlie Creative
Founder & Graphic Designer
Specializing in layout design, promotional graphics, packaging and branding, Hey Charlie Creative is a one-woman creative studio. As the sole founder and designer, I maintain client relationships, manage projects, oversee finances, all while developing original artwork, maintaining sharp technical skills, and keeping an eye out for emerging trends.
May 2015
- Present
Bend, Oregon, United States
Northern Initiatives
Contract Graphic Designer
Alongside Northern Initiative’s Strategy and Communications Team, we develop branded print materials, resource graphics, client promotional materials, and editorial documents. I joined the Northern Initiatives team as a graphic design intern and became a contract designer in March 2013.
May 2011
- Present
Michigan, United States
Scalehouse
Advancement & Operations Director
I worked closely with the Executive Director to develop brand direction for this non-profit contemporary art center. I managed daily operations, as well as creative direction such as developing the Scalehouse logo and brand identity, Scalehouse Gallery exhibition posters and show cards, vinyl wall graphics, event marketing collateral, website design, donor promotional materials, and additional creative projects.
May 2017
- November 2023
Bend, Oregon, United States
Healthy Goods
Graphic Designer
I worked closely with the owner and small marketing team to manage brand direction. I was responsible for package design, digital marketing, print materials, company signage, advertisements, communicating with developers, and ensuring cohesive branding across mediums. In 2014, I was awarded the American Package Design Award by Graphic Design USA.
April 2013
- September 2018
Oregon, United States
Northern Michigan University
Customer Service Representative for Printing Services
While working at printing services as a student attending Northern Michigan University, I was able to learn much about the printing process: large format, 4-color press, and large quantity jobs. I also assisted with layout and design for different pamphlets and flyers for Printing Services, as well as help to set up an electronic system to control all the printers around the campus.
August 2009
- August 2011
Michigan, United States
Education
Northern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science Degree in Art & Design: Concentration Graphic Communications; Minor in Marketing
Graduation Date: December 15, 2012
August 2008
- December 2012
Michigan, United States
Languages
English (Native),
Awards
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite,
Book Binding,
Book Design,
Branding,
Client Relations,
Color Theory,
Editorial Layout,
Identity Design,
Logistical Planning,
Logo Design,
Marketing,
Marketing Design,
Microsoft Office Suite,
Package Design,
Presentation Design,
Print Production,
Promotional Materials,
Typography,
Web Design,
Wordpress Customization,
Exhibitions
The Abdominal Art Show at Northern Michigan University's Student Art Gallery
Exhibited February 22- March 25, 2012
American Goulash, presented at the DeVos Art Museum
Northern Michigan University, Marquette, Michigan
Exhibited November 28 - December 15, 2012
Exhibited February 22- March 25, 2012
American Goulash, presented at the DeVos Art Museum
Northern Michigan University, Marquette, Michigan
Exhibited November 28 - December 15, 2012
Software Knowledge
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Firefly
Googe Suite
Microsoft Office Programs
CMS Website Editing
Figma
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Firefly
Googe Suite
Microsoft Office Programs
CMS Website Editing
Figma