Meredith Hanks
BFA Visual Arts
Concentration in Graphic Design
Hello! I'm Meredith Hanks, a passionate and versatile graphic designer with over three years of professional experience. Armed with a degree in graphic design and a wealth of hands-on experience, I have honed my skills to deliver innovative and impactful visual solutions.
During college, I completed two internships at Parish Proud, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the city of Lafayette, Louisiana, and Lagcoe, an Expo focused on the energy industry in the Hub City. These experiences allowed me to dive deep into rebranding efforts, social media campaigns, and multimedia content creation. It was there that I refined my abilities in collaboration and communication, essential skills for any successful designer.
I further expanded my expertise at St. Cecilia School, where I play a pivotal role in the advancement department. My responsibilities span social media management, print and web design, photography, videography, branding, and event promotion. Collaborating with a dedicated team, we consistently achieved our goals, enriching the school's visual identity and community engagement.
Skills and Expertise
My skill set covers a broad spectrum of design disciplines, ensuring I can tackle any creative challenge:
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Digital Media: Crafting compelling digital experiences through various mediums.
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Web Design: Designing user-friendly, aesthetically pleasing websites.
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Print Design: Creating visually stunning print materials, from brochures to posters.
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Content Design: Developing engaging and informative content for various platforms.
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Adobe Creative Suite: Mastery of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premier Pro, and Acrobat.
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Typography: Expert in typography, ensuring every piece is not only readable but visually appealing.
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Brand Strategy & Development: Building and evolving brands to resonate with their target audience.
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Rebranding: Breathing new life into existing brands through thoughtful redesign.
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Logo Design: Crafting memorable and impactful logos.
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Video Production & Editing: Producing and editing videos that tell compelling stories.
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Social Media Marketing: Designing and managing effective social media campaigns.
Design Philosophy
Design is more than just aesthetics; it's about communication and connection. I believe in the power of visual storytelling to convey messages, evoke emotions, and inspire action. My approach is always client-centered, ensuring that every project aligns with the unique goals and vision of each client.
Experience
Graphic Designer
St. Cecilia School
May 2023 - present
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Conducted photography and videography projects.
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Created light animations.
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Managed social media.
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Developed ad campaigns.
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Designed website.
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Produced various print designs and graphics.
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Led rebranding initiatives.
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Improved User Experience digitally.
Graphic Designer
Parish Proud
May 2022 - April 2023
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Managed social media accounts for the nonprofit.
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Photographed, edited, and managed videos and pictures for posts.
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Created graphics for print, websites, presentations, and promotional items.
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Developed, managed, and upheld brand standards.
Graphic Design Intern
Lagcoe
December 2021 - August 2022
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Created compelling social media graphics, including still images, videos, and animations.
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Designed various print media such as business cards, banners, maps, and event pamphlets.
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Developed the "Lagcoe Little Energizers" program, creating children's crafts, activities, and coloring sheets.