About

Designer. Artist. Photographer. Adventurer. Coffee Addict.

Hey there! Amber here. Allow me to introduce myself. I am an adventurous creative with a passion for all things food and nature related. I thrive on striving to open my mind and achieve new goals and encouraging others to follow their passions and do the same.

I graduated with a degree in Communication Art & Design from Alexandria Technical & Community College in May of 2013 where I was able to take this passion of mine and turn it into a lifelong career as a Designer & Photographer.

I am a firm believer that we are always growing and there are so many opportunities and lessons to be learned in life. I am constantly learning new techniques and skills every day and I. Am. Loving it! Which is why I’m always open to some constructive criticism or some serious shop-talk sessions with anyone and everyone. Bring on the brainstorming!

Professional Experience

Leedstone, Inc., Senior Graphic Designer | May 20, 2013 – Present

  • Lead the conceptualization and execution of creative designs for digital and print materials aligned with business goals and brand standards.
  • Collaborate with marketing teams to develop innovative strategies and deliver visually compelling designs.
  • Design diverse marketing materials, including email campaigns, landing pages, display ads, in-store signage, catalogs, and promotional materials.
  • Oversee the creation and management of brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all platforms.
  • Direct the production of photography and video content, handling creative direction, editing, and publishing processes.
  • Implement feedback and design direction from stakeholders to refine and enhance creative assets.
  • Manage external vendors for print production and digital content needs.
  • Maintain best practices for file organization, storage,
    and accessibility.
  • Stay updated on design trends and industry best practices to continuously innovate marketing efforts.
  • Create web graphics and collaborate on UI/UX design projects to enhance digital experiences.

Blattner Energy, Graphic Designer | August 13, 2018 – January 23, 2019

  • Designed engaging digital and print materials for marketing campaigns, including social media graphics, email templates, and brochures.
  • Assisted in the development and maintenance of brand guidelines to ensure visual consistency.
  • Directed the production of photography and video content, handling creative direction, editing, and publishing processes.
  • Edited and optimized photography and video assets for promotional use.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams to execute creative strategies effectively.

Skills & Expertise

  • Design Software: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, etc.)
  • Web Design & Development: Front-end web design, UI/UX design, HTML/CSS, Javascript, Python, React
  • Branding & Marketing: Brand identity development, digital and print marketing, creative strategy
  • Photography & Video: Content creation, directing, editing, and publishing
  • Project Management: Timeline management, collaboration with stakeholders and vendors
  • Other Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Figma, WordPress

Education

Alexandria Technical & Community College
AAS Degree in Communication Art & Design, with Honors, 2013

St. Cloud State University (PSEO)
PSEO Coursework

Certifications & Training

  • UI/UX Design Certification (Coursera)
  • IBM Full Stack Software Developer (Coursera)
  • Certified Remote Pilot (Part 107 UAS) Since 2021

Additional Information

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Passionate about continuous learning and innovation in design, development, and AI

Achievements, Awards & Volunteerism

  • ATCC Communication Art & Design Advisory Board Member, 2015-Present
  • Two Silver ADDY awards, AdFed, 2013
  • ATCC Outstanding Student Award Recipient, 2013
  • ATCC, Dean’s List, 4 Semesters

StrengthsFinder Assessment

  1. Futuristic
  2. Empathy
  3. Focus
  4. Individualization
  5. Discipline