strategy first, design second

Hey there, I’m Hope.

Currently open to work in Seattle and beyond!

EXPERIENCE

2022-2024
Project collaboration with the in-house creative agency working with strategists, copy writers, interaction designers, and creative directors to deliver creative concepts for clients such as American Express, Amazon, Crownpeak, Premera, Sumitomo, and more.
Experience:
- Branding, logo/icon development, event/program visual identity, style guides
- Web/mobile design, interaction design, visual storytelling, storyboarding,
- Email campaigns, digital ads, direct mailers, etc.
- Figma fanatic and advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere, and After Effects
2019-Current
Independent work as a graphic designer, partnering with businesses and clients to create a variety of print and digital media.
Strong communication with clients to ensure a transparent relationship and successful end-result.
Menu design for a new cocktail lounge in Bellingham, Washington.
2017-2022
5 years of design/marketing experience collaborating with the in-house marketing team and various departments as the sole designer at this startup DTC company.
Developed digital content strategies for various marketing campaigns with a focus on retention/conversion-focused email creative and customer journey.
Oversaw the creative/design/production process in entirety from conception to completion of all digital and print material for 180 products.
2011-2016
Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Washington University.

EMAIL
chordesignstudio@gmail.com