Kara Klein Email and Phone Number

Create illustration artwork for organizational and event collateral, exhibit, publication, preproduction, architectural visualization, novelty, and product.Develop visual storytelling concepts for use in a wide range of media and industry applications.Consult on development of visual brand identity and strategy, creative direction, and art direction.Design graphics for marketing/advertising/product collateral for print and web.Write, edit and proofread copy for… Show more Create illustration artwork for organizational and event collateral, exhibit, publication, preproduction, architectural visualization, novelty, and product.Develop visual storytelling concepts for use in a wide range of media and industry applications.Consult on development of visual brand identity and strategy, creative direction, and art direction.Design graphics for marketing/advertising/product collateral for print and web.Write, edit and proofread copy for print media and marketing collateral. Show less

Developed strategic concepts and framework for: "Learn" market sector, new work acquisition through interiors networking, and interiors department operations including creation of internal training manual and restructuring of material library system.Developed and managed interior design and FF&E budgets, cost estimates and tracking.Curated internal research library for special projects, targeting content related to: early childhood, child development, creative potential and… Show more Developed strategic concepts and framework for: "Learn" market sector, new work acquisition through interiors networking, and interiors department operations including creation of internal training manual and restructuring of material library system.Developed and managed interior design and FF&E budgets, cost estimates and tracking.Curated internal research library for special projects, targeting content related to: early childhood, child development, creative potential and physical environment, work and families, and design as an intervention and prevention strategy for at-risk youth.Created engaging blog content, focusing on SEO optimization and contribution to a functional internal research resource.Completed project assignments in all phases of design process including design charrettes, field measurements and site analysis, space planning, finish plans, interior elevations, finish and material research, FF&E sourcing and selection, finish palettes and design presentations, and writing specifications.Created architectural illustrations for visualization/presentation and project environmental graphics. Show less

Developed creative concepts and visual content for Community Arts Partnerships (CAP) and community+public arts:DETROIT (CPAD) marketing materials including print collateral, reports, screen displays, event graphics, environmental graphics, signage, and PowerPoint presentations.Managed graphic design projects: sourced and coordinated with outside vendors for print production and fabrication, developed budgets for project materials and vendors.Developed visual brand and graphic… Show more Developed creative concepts and visual content for Community Arts Partnerships (CAP) and community+public arts:DETROIT (CPAD) marketing materials including print collateral, reports, screen displays, event graphics, environmental graphics, signage, and PowerPoint presentations.Managed graphic design projects: sourced and coordinated with outside vendors for print production and fabrication, developed budgets for project materials and vendors.Developed visual brand and graphic style standards for CAP, working closely with program directors.Worked as part of a team to produce exhibit designs for Student Exhibition Openings, taking lead on spatial ideation and signage design. Show less

Developed concept-driven curricula for after-school community arts programs for youth with focus on graphic design, art history and general art immersion disciplines.Integrated STEAM principles into lesson plans and classroom discourse.Managed class budget and purchase lists, and use of materials and supplies with respect to transient roster and broad age range (5 yrs to 13 yrs).Implemented classroom management and behavior modification strategies to ensure optimum… Show more Developed concept-driven curricula for after-school community arts programs for youth with focus on graphic design, art history and general art immersion disciplines.Integrated STEAM principles into lesson plans and classroom discourse.Managed class budget and purchase lists, and use of materials and supplies with respect to transient roster and broad age range (5 yrs to 13 yrs).Implemented classroom management and behavior modification strategies to ensure optimum creative experience and student safety.Directed co-teachers and interns through implementation of lesson plans and classroom procedures. Presented original course framework and exhibition design concepts to program directors and site coordinators. Show less

Assisted in field research and development of non-motorized master plans for Midtown and New Center neighborhoods in Detroit.Developed graphics for digital presentations to the Detroit Planning and Development Department including project maps, information graphics, and conceptual renderings.Designed multiple page layouts for project master plans.Assisted in drafting site plans for 2nd Avenue and 3rd Street conversion projects in AutoCAD.

Designed graphic branding elements for The Department of Urban Studies and Planning including department logo and office signage.Designed posters and promotional items for program marketing, primarily targeting university student audience.

Assisted in construction of physical lighting design mock-ups. Built 3D models of Borders Bookstores prototype project site architecture for photometric studies using AutoCAD and AGI32 software.Prepared lighting and A/V equipment schedules for project procurement.