Kate Sievers Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Joliet

As the Manager of Marketing and Creative Design, I lead the entire project process for the Marketing and Creative Services office, supporting the institution's marketing activities across multiple media platforms. I manage the creative design efforts of our design and writing team, ensuring all projects align with the college's branding and style guide while fostering an environment that encourages creative freedom.I oversee multiple projects, coordinating between staff, internal departments, and vendors. My role includes managing and mentoring various positions on my team, including graphic designers and writers, providing regular feedback, and seeking professional development opportunities for the team. I also serve as the Publication Director for Connections Magazine, handling all aspects of this bi-annual publication.In addition, I implement and maintain project tracking methods, enforce graphic and identity standards, and collaborate with key stakeholders to gather project requirements and create actionable work plans. I work closely with vendors, printers, freelancers, and other external contacts to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. My responsibilities also include preparing presentation materials, chairing meetings, and ensuring stakeholder views are managed towards the best solution.

United States

As a Freelance Graphic Designer with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in creating visually compelling designs that effectively communicate my clients' messages across various media platforms. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for creativity, I deliver high-quality design solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each project.My services include branding, logo design, print and digital marketing materials, social media graphics, web design, and more. I collaborate closely with clients to understand their vision and objectives, ensuring that every design aligns with their brand identity and goals. From concept to completion, I manage all aspects of the design process, providing technical and creative support to bring ideas to life.I am committed to delivering exceptional results on time and within budget, while maintaining open communication and a high level of professionalism. Whether working on a small project or a comprehensive campaign, I strive to exceed client expectations and create designs that make a lasting impact.

Joliet

Lead design, development and implementation of graphic, layout and production communication materials, including marketing campaigns, flyers, banners, posters, postcards, invitations, web content, third-party advertising and brochures. Maintain relationships between all facilities and departments to ensure a clear message is delivered to the public via marketing campaigns and social media outlets.Implement content calendar to manage both social media channels and email marketing; create, manage and customize all content for said outlets.Provide weekly project updates to department and board on department successes and social media insights.Work with printing vendors on postcards, program guides, sponsor books, apparel, merchandise and banners; direct third-party video company regarding content use for district’s digital platforms.Provide on-site social media coverage of special events.Represent Communications Department at statewide conferences.Achievements:Redesigned interdepartmental project request procedure, as well as internal project tracking.Exceeded department’s productivity goals for last two years despite 33 percent staff reduction. Helped rewrite district’s internal social media policy for district’s Personnel Manual.Created internal content calendar for all digital platforms including email marketing and social media.Launched interdepartmental Creative Committee, a working group that helped transform values into actions, visions into realities and obstacles into innovations.Worked with outside contractor to develop my vision of district’s website and restructure navigation to become more innovative and intuitive.

Chicago

Developed creative, marketing and sales strategies for a cutting edge styling salon and day spa, as well as utilized social networking sites to grow and gain business. Performed logistical duties for display of merchandise and products. Established and managed salon website and marketing materials, converging both print and digital media. Launched office’s social media network, including Facebook, Twitter, Yelp!, and blog applications, resulting in a 15 percent sales increase in 2012. Streamlined in-house office procedures, interviewed, trained, and hired salon support staff.

Bfa, Industrial Design

Activities and Societies: Treasurer of IDSA student chapter

Graphic Design