After attending the University of Southern California, Katherine worked as a senior packaging designer for Mattel Toys in Los Angeles and as a graphic designer for Shell Oil in Houston for several years before relocating to Washington, D.C. to pursue a Master’s degree in Theological Studies from the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family. After graduating, Katherine for several years was the Managing Editor of Communio: International Catholic Review, a theological and philosophical journal. She currently owns Design Q Studio, a boutique graphic and packaging design studio.Design Q Studio works to support non-profits, corporations, and small businesses through brand identity, packaging, or print design.
Design Q Studio
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OwnerDesign Q Studio Feb 2007 - PresentManage numerous projects on a daily basis, from print ads and logo marks to tradeshow graphics and wedding invitations. Specialize in toy packaging and extensive experience in developing assets and cohesive lay-outs for style guides. Work with several non-profit organizations to create eye-catching gala invitations, posters, banners, and billboards.
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Managing EditorCommunio: International Catholic Review Jul 2012 - Sep 2015Washington D.C. Metro AreaManaging Editor for a quarterly philosophical/theological journal on the intersection of faith and culture. Increased print subscriptions by 50% within 3 years and redesigned the brand identity, print journal, and website. Improved planning and scheduling processes to consistently release the journal on time (which notoriously ran 6 months behind). Supervised 2 part-time employees along with contracted copyeditors and translators. As the sole full-time employee, ran all of the operating tasks of the journal including design and layout, editing, advertising, project coordinating, accounting, subscriptions, and customer service.
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Graphic DesignerShell Aug 2008 - Oct 2009Packaging Designer for motor oil brands such as Quaker State and Pennzoil and car care products such as Rain-X and Black Magic. Lead Graphic Designer and initial project manager over Motor Oil Matters, a $1 million national campaign. Managed numerous projects on a daily basis, ranging from print ads, POP displays, sell sheets, brochures, logos, invitations, convention and corporate signage, packaging, and websites. -
Senior Packaging DesignerMattel, Inc. May 2004 - Dec 2006Senior Packaging Designer at Mattel, an international toy company. Developed graphic art for toy lines such as Polly Pocket and numerous new brands. Responsible for creating unique identities, color palettes, assets, and logos for each toy brand. Art directed photo shoots, illustrators, and junior designers. Worked closely with Marketing and Product teams. Oversaw mechanical production of projects with Hong Kong team, and traveled overseas to improve communication and efficiency between the U.S. and China offices.
Katherine Ahmann Skills
Katherine Ahmann Education Details
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Theology/Theological Studies
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Katherine Ahmann works for Design Q Studio
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Katherine Ahmann's current role is Graphic & Packaging Designer.
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Katherine Ahmann attended Pontifical John Paul Ii Institute For Studies On Marriage And Family, University Of Southern California.
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Katherine Ahmann has skills like Corporate Identity, Packaging, Banners, Art, Illustrator, Brand Development, Concept Development, Corporate Branding, Graphic Design, Graphics, Brochures, Advertising.
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