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Laura Benson

Graphic Designer

Hello!
I am a graphic designer with over a decade of experience in branding, print/digital asset creation, and light content creation. My collaborative nature and clear communication enables a seamless integration into diverse teams, while my diligence and attention to detail ensures high-quality work. I also excel in time management and organization, efficiently prioritizing tasks, setting realistic goals, and proactively identifying potential obstacles for smooth project execution.

Work Experience

Shit We’ve Read
Graphic Designer / Co-Host
2021 – Present

In collaboration with my co-host, I crafted an array of visual brand assets, including a logo, show art, episode art, and website graphics. Presently assist in creating social media graphics that resonate with current followers and entice potential listeners. Refresh the show art and social media graphics each season to maintain a distinctive and memorable brand identity, enhancing our recognition and attracting new listeners.

Rabbit Food Revolution
Co-Owner / Graphic Designer / Social Media Manager
December 2022 – March 2024

Built social media brand awareness and engagement. Drove traffic to the trailer’s location with high-quality photos, captivating reels, and branded graphics showcasing delicious food and entertaining events. Conceptualized, designed, and produced visually appealing print assets such as posters and fliers.

SBL Entertainment
Graphic Designer / Social Media Manager

September 2021 – March 2023

Designed digital and print assets for SBL sponsored entertainment events at multiple venues across the United States. Coordinated with agents and venues to ensure designs aligned with event aesthetics and marketing strategies. Managed SBL’s social media presence with show graphics and captivating videos, helping to drive awareness and ticket sales. Designed and updated monthly print advertisements.

Educational Media Foundation (K-LOVE and Air1 Radio)
Graphic Designer

March 2020 – October 2021

Designed high-quality, captivating graphics for multiple EMF brands within tight deadlines, ensuring brand consistency across digital and print platforms. Aimed to engage audiences, promote events, and share inspiring messages through website and social media graphics, fliers, posters, postcards, banners, and advertisements.

Oblivion Comics & Coffee
Co-Owner / Graphic Designer / Social Media Manager

2016 – November 2020

Managed and maintained social media brand awareness and drove attention to the business through high-quality photos, engaging videos, and branded graphics. Conceptualized, designed, and produced visually appealing print materials such as flyers and posters to effectively promote the menu and upcoming events.

Educational Media Foundation (K-LOVE and Air1 Radio)
Graphic Designer

2014 – 2017

Designed high-quality, captivating graphics for multiple EMF brands within tight deadlines, ensuring brand consistency across digital and print platforms. Aimed to engage audiences, promote events, and share inspiring messages through website and social media graphics, fliers, posters, postcards, banners, and advertisements.

Misfit
Web/Graphic Designer

2011 – 2014

Designed digital and print artwork for various clients, including posters, brochures, social media graphics, and advertisements. Familiar with pre-press duties and communication with printing presses. Collaborated with universities, food chains, and nonprofits, adapting my design approach to meet unique project requirements. Provided minor website maintenance to ensure updated and smooth functioning.

Education

The Art Institute Of California – Sacramento
B.S. in Web Design and Interactive Media

2009 – 2012
Sacramento, California
Fall 2012 Valedictorian / 3.9 GPA

Achievements

“Calling All Dreamers” 2016 Winner
Oblivion Comics & Coffee
Downtown Sacramento Partnership

Hard Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • Brand Development
  • Typography
  • Social Media Management
  • HTML/CSS/PHP

Soft Skills

  • Adaptable
  • Collaborative
  • Communicative
  • Diligent
  • Detail Oriented
  • Time Management
  • Organization
  • Willing to Learn

Personal Interests

Dog Mom, Comic Books & Novels, Movies & TV Shows, Podcasts, Video Games, Board Games