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Graphic Designer, Trade & Events

Creative & Design

 graduated in 2015 with a BFA in Graphic Design from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and have over three years of experience in the field. 

I'm passionate about design because it allows me to create original, functional work that brings a vision to life, tells a story, and provides a positive experience. I specialize in brand identity, packaging, print and layout design, creative production, digital illustration, typography, creative direction, exhibit design, art direction, and marketing. I thrive when given the opportunity to take projects from concept to completion, and enjoy developing relationships with clients and local vendors to bring a design to life. I've collaborated with Minted, Karl Strauss Brewing Company, Taylor Guitars, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Mindjet, the San Diego Brewers Guild, and more. My work can be found in West Coaster Magazine, San Diego Magazine, 91x Radio, and on Fox 5. 

I'm a positive, self motivated, and adventurous person who loves to travel and get outside of my comfort zone. Outside of work, you can find me drawing in a cafe, rock climbing, attempting to surf, or at a craft beer bar.

Working at Minted advanced my digital design, interior design, and exhibit design skills. I learned how to work collaboratively on a large design team, and self manage on long-duration projects. I’ve developed a deep understanding of the stationary, home design and art curation, and B2B design industries. Most of my projects comprised of digital visual assets for trade (including art, wedding, photography and design verticals), and trade show event experiences and assets.

Various branding, illustration, and mural projects.

Contract Graphic Designer and Muralist

Before Minted, I worked on a small, in-house marketing team
at Karl Strauss Brewing Company, based in San Diego, which allowed me to design, oversee, and produce a wide range of projects, both under the design and marketing umbrella. My main responsibilities included digital and print visual assets for beer brands, merchandise, exhibit and interiors, social media, web, and email. My scope also included Sales Department and retail account design support, Karl Strauss Distribution Company branding design and production, Group Events and Banquets marketing collateral, printing and inventory management, video/animation/editing support, Marquee Event design and production, and internally- facing digital and print design.

Creative Production Designer

Working at an ad agency taught me how to design under tight deadlines, manage multiple clients, and work efficiently on a small team. The majority of our clients were in the hospitality business, for whom I designed eblasts, web and print ads, brand books, and wayfinding.

Graphic Designer

Support Learning and Development Department by assisting in the launch of the company's internal site. Design a range of materials for web, such as website layout design, web banners, etc.

Graphic Design Intern

Produced corporate branding materials and promotions such as e–blasts, mailers, posters, web banners, as well as informative charts and mind maps. My skill development focused around project management, branding identity, web design, and client relationships.

Design Intern

Working directly with the owner on a total rebrand of the business gave me experience in nearly all facets of print and web.

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Emma Dowling: Graphic Designer, Trade & Events in Oakland, CA

Emma Dowling

California Polytechnic State

Redwood High School