Resume

Kaila Gottlieb

Branding

Marketing

Business Development

Client Relations

Project Management

Content Development

Asset Management

Social Media

Print Production

Graphic Design

Typography

Logo Design

Print Design

Email Design

Website Design

Visual Design, UX

HTML, CSS

Animation, Video

Photography

Photo Editing, Retouching

Hand Drawing, Sketching

Illustration, Painting

Skills / Capabilities

Program Experience

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe XD

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Dreamweaver

Adobe Animate

Figma

Canva

WordPress

Mail Chimp

Constant Contact

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Keynote

Google Slides

PowerPoint

Jira, Monday

OneDrive, Brandfolder

Teams, Slack

Sketchup, AutoCAD (basic training)

Educational History

California State University, Chico

Bachelor of Arts

Major in Communication and Graphic Design

Minor in Photographic Studies

Concentration in Applied Computer Graphics

Layout Design Catalog Design Editorial Design Color Theory Proposals Presentations RFPs, RFQs Creative Asset Design Design Systems Branding Systems Typestyles Style Guides Tradeshow Graphics Promotional Graphics Event Graphics GIF Design Data Visualization Infographic Design Iconography Design Multidisciplinary Design B2B, B2C File Management Visual Storytelling Electronic Media SEO Management Proofing Copywriting Analytical Skills Research Skills Organizational Skills Time Management Skills In-House, Hybrid, Remote Experience

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Job History / Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer (Dec 2024 - Current)

Special Olympics Oregon. Nonprofit Charitable Organization.

Create graphics for omnichannel marketing including social media, flyers, postcards, event graphics, animations, videos, etc.

Freelance Graphic and Web Design Consultant (April 2024 - Current)

Hamilton Parker. Building Supply Company.

Coordinate with creative department to work on ecommerce website including XMP data, wordpress website design, and asset management.

Senior Designer (Aug 2022 - April 2024)

Finity Inc. Healthcare Marketing Firm. Portland, OR.

Develop original visual and graphic designs for print and digital materials on behalf of multiple national clients. Clients include Fortune 500 companies and state/local governmental entities. Comply with accessibility guidelines to healthcare industry standards and regulations. Design omnichannel marketing campaigns including mailers, posters, billboards, flyers, catalogs, brochures, iconography, website comps, packaging, and video animations.

Senior Graphic Designer (July 2021 - Aug 2022)

WHA. Architecture Firm. Newport Beach, CA.

Work on all aspects of graphic design and marketing including website, print production, animations, client relations, branding, html emails, etc. Collaborate with VP of Marketing on marketing campaigns. Assist on architectural graphics. Clients include leading residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional companies.

Freelance Graphic Designer & Production Artist (Feb 2021 - July 2021)

The Smart Agency. Marketing Agency.

Work with project managers and clients. Print and digital. Create and maintain e-mail blast campaigns, websites, and branding.

Lead Graphic Designer & Production Specialist (Mar 2020 - Feb 2021)

Brower Group. Advertising Agency. Newport Beach, CA.

Design and create graphics from concept to production including HTML emails, websites, print-ready files, newsletters, brochures, flyers, social content, branding systems, etc. Develop, establish, and maintain client branding. Supervise and streamline production processes.

Lead Graphic Designer & Marketing Coordinator (Mar 2017 - Mar 2020)

KLCA. Architecture Firm. Irvine, CA.

Spearhead all graphics, marketing collateral, branding, and social media. Manage company website including site development and maintenance. Originate and direct all brand standards.

Freelance Marketing Designer (Aug 2016 - March 2017)

Creative Circle. Marketing Consulting Company.

Work with marketing teams to create/update marketing collateral, data sheets, brochures, web banners, gifs, product mock-ups, and environmental signage.

Graphic Designer (April 2015 - Aug 2016)

MVE+ Partners. Architecture Firm. Irvine, CA

Collaborate with marketing team to design and produce all marketing collateral, media, social media, proposals, brochures, award submissions,

presentations, pitch decks, and public relations materials. Edit 3D renderings and retouch photography. Assist in branding campaigns including website design, brand templates, and visual standards.

Freelance Graphic Designer (Fall 2013)

Tehama Group Communications. Communications Organization.

Lead on multiple accounts such as Butte Environmental Council and College of Communication and Education. Create, handouts, logos, web icons, flyers, and HTML coding for University web page.

Freelance Graphic Designer (Summer 2011)

Topin and Associates. Medical Marketing Firm.

Assist on ideas and production of designs. Work directly with President of company and Director of Graphics department.

About / Background

I am a dynamic creative designer with a mastery of artistic vision and technical precision. My background includes experience within a wide spectrum of design disciplines and software programs. My career experience encompasses over 11 years of design work in team and independent settings. I see design as visual storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires. Whether it be print or electronic media, I have expert knowledge from concept to final deliverable. I transform abstract ideas into compelling top-performing visuals. Connect with me for all of your creative needs!

Testimonials / Recommendations

Kaila Gottlieb displayed great talents in managing projects, producing creativity, and implementing organization.

It’s not just her technical skills that impress me, however. Kaila Gottlieb was a joy to work with because of her positive attitude and wide breadth of capabilities. Her vast skillset and quick learning were also necessary and valued not just by myself, but by her peers, who often relied on her to get the job done.

I am absolutely confident that Kaila Gottlieb would be a great fit for any Graphic Designer role. Not only will she bring the kind of skills and experiences you’re looking for in an applicant, she will quickly become an asset and help your Institution/Company grow exponentially.

- Barry Pattison, Principal, Kevin L. Crook Architect Inc.