HOLLY ZMIJEWSKI: Freelance Graphic Designer in Brooklyn, NY
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Self-Employed
Freelance Graphic Designer | 01/2015 - Current
Zcake Design Co. is the name I do business under when taking on contract design jobs. Due to the bold nature of my art, I tend to attract the more creative industries such as fashion and music. I enjoy brand development and working with small businesses to help refine their visual identity.
Responsibilities:
- Help develop and maintain the visual identity of a variety of brands and companies
- Consult with the clients and translate their needs into visual solutions
- Design logos, promotional collateral, album covers, magazine layouts, graphics for apparel, and websites
- Primarily remote work
Audio Technology of New York
Graphic Designer | 07/2019 - 08/2020
ATNY is a creative services company that focuses on tech and home accessories. Some of their clients include Urban Outfitters (US/UK), Aerie, Anthropologie, Burlington Coat Factory, Dillards, Indigo, Ross, and Sharper Image. They also own and operate a few private brands by the name of Audiology, Brooklyn Lighting Company, Funderdome, iVibe, Laboratory 29, Lightly Toasted, and LMNT.
Responsibilities:
- Work within a small design team, developing and designing products and packaging for both clients and in-house brands
- Photograph and edit products for design use
- Check production samples for quality and accuracy
- Perform product research and brainstorm new product ideas
- Create sales presentations and product catalogs
Self-Employed
Private Tutor - Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator | 01/2016 - 08/2020
- Curate lesson plans based on individual student needs and skill levels
- Create real-world demonstrations for skill application and provided homework assignments
- Students range from beginner to intermediate skill levels, ages 16-45, and varying native language backgrounds
- Teach both in-person and remotely through on-line classrooms
Flatiron Lounge
General Manager | 10/2017 - 01/2019
- Managed all inventory, scheduling, and hiring/recruitment, deliveries, training systems, social media marketing and event bookings
- Oversaw all front of house and back of house operations during business hours to ensure consistency in quality of service
- Addressed all customer needs with care and empathy
- Developed marketing strategies and promotions; designed all printed collateral
Jet Fuel Studio
Contract Designer | 06/2018 - 12/2018
Jet Fuel Studio is a creative services company based in New York, NY. They work with clients such as Sprayground, FujiFilm, Power Up, Welch’s, Bacardi, and Marvel to create high-quality marketing media. They brought me on board for their busy season.
Responsibilities:
- Create sell sheets and infographics
- Edit fashion photography and design a look book
- Use photoshop to manipulate images for social media marketing
- Maintain a steady work and communication flow while working remotely
BKNY Printing Co
Textile Graphic Designer / Client Manager | 01/2017 - 10/2017
- Guided the client through the print order process and translated their needs into visuals and specs for the production team
- Designed custom graphics for textile print
- Created, organized, and maintained a database of tech packs and spec sheets for each client
- Handled all inventory, shipping/receiving, billing and timeline management for the shop
GO Magazine
Event Photographer | 06/2013 - 06/2017
- Photographed official NYC pride events for 4 consecutive years
- Batch edited, watermarked and organized all photos for web and print
Girls Like Boys Clothing
Co-Founder / Creative Director | 01/2012 - 10/2016
- Designed graphics for apparel, marketing and promotional materials
- Created and maintained on-line storefront as well as social media platforms
- Photographed and edited all products
- Developed and designed marketing strategies
- Managed all small business administrative duties such as accounting, customer database, inventory, shipping/receiving, product management, and production
Methods NYC Clothing
Visual Specialist / Administrative Assistant | 01/2011 - 12/2011
- Photographed all company events, products, and featured artists for promotions
- Designed graphics for apparel, promotional collateral and on-line marketing for email and social media accounts
- Managed all inventory, order processing, shipping/receiving, and quality control for shop
- Performed basic administrative tasks for small business procedures
Education history
Tunxis Community College
A.S. | 2009 - 2011
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