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Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts
Visual Communications                     

Ball State University
2016–2020
GPA: 3.8/4.0

Achievements

American Graphic Design Award

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Whitely Community

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Part of the Studio 165+ team that developed the Whitely Community identity design for Building Better Neighborhoods. 

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BSU School of Art 85th Juried Student Show

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Our Studio 165+ team designed the catalogue that featured artworks of all the chosen artists.

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Juried Art Shows

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BSU School of Art 84th Juried Student Show

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Abstract painting chosen for a juried art show.
Artwork was sold to the Ball State Student Center.  

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BSU School of Art 85th Juried Student Show

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Currency redesign was chosen for a juried art 
show and displayed with other student artwork 
at Ball State.

 

Experience

Marketing Specialist, Hamilton North Public Library

2021–Present

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Create and design materials, such as posters, flyers, and social media posts. Manage the library’s social media accounts and engage with the public through timely responses. Attend and photograph special events.

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Freelancer/Contractor

2018–2022

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Managed social media accounts of clients and designed visuals for said posts. Captured flattering images and videos of the products and edited them for social media posts to make them appealing for customers. Designed flyers and other elements for the client when needed. Communicated with clients about what designs and goals needed to be accomplished.

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Designer, Studio 165+

2019

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A design seminar that mimics a professional design setting. Students were divided into teams to work with our clients from the local community to meet their design needs and deadlines. Our team created many deliverables, such as new neighborhood logos, student show catalogues and local event posters.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Google Suite

Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Canva Pro
Office Suite

© 2020 by Katie Strader

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