Kendra Baxter Email & Phone Number

Honolulu, Hi, Us

Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States

At the helm of K Bax Studio, I guide a vibrant creative agency based in Honolulu, specializing in crafting compelling visual stories, brand identities, and marketing strategies for an array of high-profile clients, influential brands, festivals, and nonprofits. My role involves overseeing end-to-end campaigns across digital, print, and social media platforms. By managing a talented team, I ensure the delivery of exceptional creative solutions that contribute to client satisfaction and business… Show more At the helm of K Bax Studio, I guide a vibrant creative agency based in Honolulu, specializing in crafting compelling visual stories, brand identities, and marketing strategies for an array of high-profile clients, influential brands, festivals, and nonprofits. My role involves overseeing end-to-end campaigns across digital, print, and social media platforms. By managing a talented team, I ensure the delivery of exceptional creative solutions that contribute to client satisfaction and business growth. I conceptualize and create advertising materials for TV, radio, print, and web, in addition to orchestrating social media campaigns. Furthermore, I oversee the design of unique visuals for signage, LED displays, TV commercials, VIP passes, and merchandise like branded t-shirts.Key Deliverables:• Amplified brand visibility for prestigious clients and partners such as the Las Vegas Raiders, Hawaiian Airlines, Outridd and Honolulu Night Market by providing strategic creative direction and executing high-impact advertising campaigns.• Led the media production and event coordination for the We Are Friends Maui Wildfire Benefit Concert, raising over $300K in a single evening.• Boosted client reach and engagement by 150% through innovative, cross-platform marketing strategies.• Generated over $500K for nonprofits and sold-out concerts by creating powerful visual content for celebrity collaborations with the Henry Kapono Foundation and Kapono Inc.• Increased social media followings by over 10,000, while maintaining exceptional engagement rates and cultivating dynamic online brand communities.• Expanded my role at Kapono Inc, producing impactful graphics for major events like "50 Years of the Songs of C&K" at Waikiki Shell and the "Artist 2 Artist" series at Blue Note Waikiki, enhancing visual appeal and audience interaction.• Achieved an impressive 35%+ open rate in email marketing campaigns, capturing substantial audience interest and participation. Show less

Ewa Beach, Hawaii

In my role as Events & Marketing Manager and Community Liaison, I developed and led an engaging community strategy for a premier beachfront rental community comprising over 1,400 homes and more than 5,000 residents. My responsibilities included spearheading branding, marketing, and cultural event initiatives that bolstered the property’s reputation and enhanced resident satisfaction. I collaborated closely with Hawaiian elders and local government representatives to ensure cultural authenticity… Show more In my role as Events & Marketing Manager and Community Liaison, I developed and led an engaging community strategy for a premier beachfront rental community comprising over 1,400 homes and more than 5,000 residents. My responsibilities included spearheading branding, marketing, and cultural event initiatives that bolstered the property’s reputation and enhanced resident satisfaction. I collaborated closely with Hawaiian elders and local government representatives to ensure cultural authenticity and foster community pride. Through a series of innovative marketing campaigns, I helped shape a cohesive brand identity that transformed community perception and elevated Kapilina Beach Homes as a desirable, vibrant living space.Key Deliverables:• Elevated community rating from one to five stars and created a rental waitlist by driving a strategic rebranding initiative, incorporating custom graphics, signage, and carefully targeted marketing materials.• Cultivated a rich community culture and improved resident satisfaction by organizing major events like weekly farmers markets and annual festivals, attracting between 1,000 to over 10,000 attendees.• Raised over $70K for local schools through popular community events such as “Nite Run Kapilina” and the Halloween Carnival, benefiting educational resources and strengthening community support for schools.• Secured $50K in funding for a new playground in partnership with Iroquois Point Elementary School, underscoring the community’s commitment to family and youth development.• Effectively managed a $100K+ marketing budget to maximize community visibility and engagement, executing cohesive digital and print campaigns and growing social media followership to over 6,000 active and engaged residents.• Raised $20K annually for Iroquois Point Preschool through consistent fundraising efforts, supporting ongoing early childhood education. Show less

Columbia, Mo

As Senior Graphic Designer in Branch Marketing, I spearheaded the development of high-quality, strategic marketing materials for a Fortune 500 mortgage company, significantly enhancing brand visibility across 23+ national branch locations. My responsibilities included managing a six-figure advertising budget to maximize targeted marketing impact and collaborating closely with C-suite executives to cultivate a cohesive brand identity and design comprehensive support resources.Key… Show more As Senior Graphic Designer in Branch Marketing, I spearheaded the development of high-quality, strategic marketing materials for a Fortune 500 mortgage company, significantly enhancing brand visibility across 23+ national branch locations. My responsibilities included managing a six-figure advertising budget to maximize targeted marketing impact and collaborating closely with C-suite executives to cultivate a cohesive brand identity and design comprehensive support resources.Key Deliverables:• Directed design projects to establish consistent styles and templates for a team of designers, ensuring alignment with corporate branding strategies.• Led diverse marketing initiatives, including ad campaigns, website design, social media content, and both print and digital collateral to support business objectives.• Created and launched an internal marketing website to serve as a centralized ordering and communication hub for remote branches, streamlining access to branded materials and enhancing team coordination. Show less

Columbia, Missouri

As the Creative Director for the Roots n Blues n BBQ Music Festival, I developed visually engaging concepts and led a talented team of designers, shaping a memorable experience for an audience of 50,000 and spotlighting Grammy-winning artists. My role involved crafting a variety of marketing materials for festival promotions, including TV and radio ads, print collateral, and branded merchandise. I also managed VIP and backstage hospitality, ensuring artists and guests had an exceptional… Show more As the Creative Director for the Roots n Blues n BBQ Music Festival, I developed visually engaging concepts and led a talented team of designers, shaping a memorable experience for an audience of 50,000 and spotlighting Grammy-winning artists. My role involved crafting a variety of marketing materials for festival promotions, including TV and radio ads, print collateral, and branded merchandise. I also managed VIP and backstage hospitality, ensuring artists and guests had an exceptional experience, while overseeing social media campaigns and artistic installations to amplify festival reach and impact.Key Deliverables:• Boosted festival visibility and engagement by directing impactful design campaigns that drove increased ticket sales and heightened community interest.• Fostered cultural awareness and community engagement by spearheading outreach initiatives and collaborations with local musicians and schools.• Extended the festival’s reach and secured media recognition through high-quality promotional materials tailored to key events.• Elevated attendee satisfaction and strengthened sponsor relationships by introducing creative VIP and hospitality strategies, earning positive feedback from both artists and guests.• Cultivated lasting community connections by establishing programs that linked the festival with local musicians and schools, promoting music education and supporting cultural growth. Show less