Kasey Thoreson Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

• Analyze and interpret client needs independently and collaboratively to transform them into visually captivating interactive designs tailored to the medium and drive business results by addressing end-user goals and adhering to targeted deadlines and budgets.• Manage projects from concept through production.

• Independently produce visually captivating designs for 15+ individuals and small businesses across multiple mediums, including apparel, brand identity systems, custom illustrations, and stationery.• Coordinate with external vendors to ensure timely and successful delivery of high-quality printed materials by preparing and managing production-ready files.• Develop and maintain a custom website and Instagram page to promote recent projects and expand audience reach.

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

• Promoted to cocktail server, applying strong communication skills and in-depth knowledge of various wines, beers, and spirits to deliver an elevated guest experience.• Demonstrate excellent customer service in a high-volume restaurant located near the University of Minnesota Duluth, serving up to 125+ guests per shift.• Increase sales by tailoring recommendations to guests' preferences, skillfully up-selling menu items, and promoting seasonal specials.

• Translate client goals and target audience insights into dynamic designs that exceed expectations. Deliver innovative design solutions across diverse mediums, such as animated graphics, apparel, branding systems, brochures, editorial design, flyers, logos, product packaging, signage, social media graphics, website design, and more.• Efficiently manage high-priority client projects within budgeted scope and strict deadlines by utilizing proactive time management, organization, and communication skills to deliver superior results consistently.

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

• Worked closely with Creative Director to develop unique designs for clients and shape internal marketing across digital and print applications, averaging 20 hours per week. Achieved a 3.967/4.0 GPA while balancing academics and professional demands.• Communicated directly with Pure Driven (Digital Marketing Agency) to design ad campaigns for Google and other social media.

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

• Designed custom artwork for apparel sold in-store and online.• Created original designs for various promotional marketing materials that accurately conveyed brand standards and executed campaign strategies across multiple mediums, including social media, email, website banners, print ads, and wayfinding signage.• Conducted customer-focused service by proactively sharing expertise in merchandise and local products to deliver personalized retail suggestions.

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

• Applied leadership skills by training employees and consistently served as the main channel of communication between the front of the house and kitchen staff.• Conducted excellent customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment, in which I directly contributed to a record-breaking sales period in 2019.