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Jennifer Newsome

2019-2021

Portland State University

Portland State University

BFA in Graphic Design

Portland, OR

2018-Current

Financial Designs Ltd.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Design and layout of ads, announcements, flyers. Update brochures and marketing materials as needed.

2016-2018

Senior Graphic Designer

Promoted to collaborate and lead the design team to meet marketing needs of both M Financial and member firms. Create new digital branding of company materials to coordinate with an updated website. Develop brochures for all departments of M Financial Group. Design product branding and layout for meeting materials, including programs, signs, invites, and handouts. Ad design and layout in print and electronic format, including animated banners. Continue being lead contact for member firms and their projects while also leading internal M Financial Group projects. Accomplishments include, but are not limited to:

• Lead design ideation/creation for client hand-off.

• Sole contributor/creator for member firm logos.

• Coordinated “All Call” for mid-level member firm groups (124 total) who would benefit from re-branding options.

2000-2016

M Financial Group

Graphic Designer

Work with and provide design services to member firms of M Financial Group, including new logo development, design and layout of stationery, web page design support, and design and layout of ads, brochures, announcements, flyers, and a variety of other marketing materials. 
Accomplishments include, but are not limited to:

• The critical team member that brought services in-house, including building the team developing the Annual Report, for a savings of millions over several years.

2000-1994

United Way of the columbia-willamette

Communication Associate & Event Planner

Six years experience managing successful public events, developing graphic/designs, logos, campaign materials, ads, and press releases.

2014-2016

Media COMMUNITY SERVICE

Portland Metropolitan Youth Symphony
Developed logo for Viennese Ball, created signs flyers, and programs. Designed posters and promotional materials for Schnitzer Concert Hall.
 

American Cancer Society—Relay for Life
Media coverage and articles/materials for media partners.