Lauren Carragher: Graphic Designer in Oceanside, CA

Assist with Alere to Abbott global rebrand. Responsible for the development, update and execution of product packaging material and labeling. Create 3D renders of products. Follow detailed process for the development, design, creation and translation of new or modified direct product packaging/labeling.

Design innovative seasonal and everyday packaging for US, European and Australian markets. Comfortable designing within parameters of challenging budgets and aggressive design turnover timelines. Create raster art using adobe Photoshop to present realistic product mock-ups to buyers. Provide material specifications and assist in the purchase of raw materials used for manufacturing containers. Design skincare products from start to finish, including artwork design, parts and ingredients. Create, design and develop new, or improve existing, customer packaging. Collaborate on a daily basis with the Marketing and Product Development departments to manage available parts and products needed to complete orders. Actively engage and maintain internal and external relationships.

Collaborate with head designer to develop website, catalog and all other direct marketing materials. Assist in concept development and design of all in-house materials. Manage and create content for all social media platforms to achieve broad customer and pub- lic exposure. Photograph and manipulate new products to meet company standards. Complete company projects on time and with minimum guidance.

Deal directly and professionally with clients to design borders that correspond with the theme and style of their event. Develop and maintain client relationships through assisting the photo booth at events. Manage smooth operation of photo booth and customer satisfaction during events. Maintain a visually appealing website that attracts clientele to the business.

Took specific pictures of alternative fueling stations. Collected on-site data. Cropped, manipulated and performed color-corrections for final images in an expedient manner; completing before project deadlines.

Responsible for providing friendly customer service and ensuring prompt service. Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the menu, providing customers with suggestions and nutritional facts.