Freelance Graphic Designer
Abbie Friesen has worked on design projects for Disney, San Francisco State University, the South Dakota FBI, and marketed an annual fundraiser for WMS grossing over $100,000.
General info
Freelance Graphic Designer
Abbie Friesen has worked on design projects for Disney, San Francisco State University, the South Dakota FBI, and marketed an annual fundraiser for WMS grossing over $100,000.
Experience
Art Support
Gear for Sports
Cashier
Campbell's Nursery
Served customers through cash register transactions, answering horticulture questions, and by directing them to plant (annuals, perennials, etc.) and business departments, products and colleagues. Provided courteous customer service in-person and via phone.
Owner & Designer
Create for print and web design projects, such as logos, brochures, invitations, and posters to new and updated websites and web maintenance. Communicate with clients about all project aspects, and problem solve with them about project needs and budgets. Organizations designed for include San Francisco State University, Nebraska Public Power District, and Back to the Bible.
Communications Manager
Designed and created communications content for private non-profit school website, social media, advertising, publications, press releases and merchandise. Managed and maintained marketing & communication plan, ensuring incorporation of the organization brand within a variety of print and web materials. Produced print and web materials for advancement department, school and fundraising events, and committees. Enhanced materials through photography and videography projects.
Graphic Designer
Collaborated with advancement team to form marketing & communications plan. Conceptualized, designed, and produced print products for admissions, alumni and donor relations, and for event publicity. Print materials included posters, newsletters, banners, forms, brochures, signage, CDs, folders, and advertisements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Liberal arts education.
Art major, emphasis graphic design.
Business Administration minor.
Art major, emphasis graphic design.
Business Administration minor.
Proficiencies & Skills
Proficiencies
DESIGN:
Adobe CC
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Bridge
WEB:
Wordpress
Elegant Themes Divi WP Theme
Squarespace
HTML
CSS
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
YouTube
CoSchedule
DESKTOP:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Powerpoint
Mac, PC, and Windows operating systems
Adobe CC
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Bridge
WEB:
Wordpress
Elegant Themes Divi WP Theme
Squarespace
HTML
CSS
SOCIAL MEDIA:
YouTube
CoSchedule
DESKTOP:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Powerpoint
Mac, PC, and Windows operating systems
Skills
MARKETING:
Marketing & Communication Plans
Brainstorming
Strategizing
Implementing
Teamwork
CUSTOMER/CLIENT SERVICES
Creativity
Problem-solving
Active listening
OTHER:
Photography
Videography
Marketing & Communication Plans
Brainstorming
Strategizing
Implementing
Teamwork
CUSTOMER/CLIENT SERVICES
Creativity
Problem-solving
Active listening
OTHER:
Photography
Videography
Additional Information
Awards
BUZZFEED COMMUNITY (2016)
17 Coolest Calendars for 2017, Coloring Calendar: https://www.buzzfeed.com/andreakis/17-coolest-calendars-for-2017-2pqhp
WESTERN MENNONITE SCHOOL (2011)
High School Softball Coach, 2nd 2A OSAA Championship
OREGON STATE FAIR (2010)
Photography Exhibit Selection
17 Coolest Calendars for 2017, Coloring Calendar: https://www.buzzfeed.com/andreakis/17-coolest-calendars-for-2017-2pqhp
WESTERN MENNONITE SCHOOL (2011)
High School Softball Coach, 2nd 2A OSAA Championship
OREGON STATE FAIR (2010)
Photography Exhibit Selection
Volunteer
HENDERSON HOUSING AUTHORITY (Henderson, NE)
Resident commissioner for the Midtown Apartment complex.
WESTERN MENNONITE SCHOOL (Salem, OR)
Varsity softball coach for three years, the end of which became a championship 2nd place finish in the 2A OSAA state finals.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY (Sioux Falls, SD)
As a member of the Augustana Softball team, we volunteered with Habitat for Humanity helping construct houses.
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES (Sioux Falls, SD)
Huddle leader for FCA summer golf camp on the Augustana College campus.
Resident commissioner for the Midtown Apartment complex.
WESTERN MENNONITE SCHOOL (Salem, OR)
Varsity softball coach for three years, the end of which became a championship 2nd place finish in the 2A OSAA state finals.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY (Sioux Falls, SD)
As a member of the Augustana Softball team, we volunteered with Habitat for Humanity helping construct houses.
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES (Sioux Falls, SD)
Huddle leader for FCA summer golf camp on the Augustana College campus.