Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer
Junk-Topia Junk Removal - North Reading, MA
Developed the visual identity for a start-up junk removal company, creating a custom logo and cohesive system spanning color, typography, and graphic elements that balances professionalism with energy and approachability.
Applied the brand design across print, digital, and environmental touchpoints, including business cards, website design, truck wrap graphics, and marketing materials that would strengthen local market recognition.
Built a scalable brand foundation that supports growth and reinforces consistency across all customer touchpoints.
November 2025 - February 2026
Graphic Designer
J.Jill - Quincy, MA
Lead graphic designer for J.Jill’s organic social channels. Responsible for curating assets, defining the visual aesthetic, and developing innovative, social-first content.
Concepted and executed assets spanning photography, video, and animation that aligned with seasonal storytelling and brand campaigns.
Leveraged creative expertise to produce dynamic, high-engagement content across diverse formats (reels, carousels, single images, and stories) using fresh design approaches that strengthened brand relevance and supported
customer acquisition.Art directed social flat-lay photoshoots, introducing new visual styles that supported seasonal themes and brand aesthetics; collaborated with stylists and photographers to execute concepts with a high-level of detail and consistency.
Developed and presented weekly organic social decks to senior leadership; led cross-functional meetings and coordinated with marketing, creative copy, and merchandising teams to ensure successful asset delivery.
June 2022 - November 2025
Graphic Design & Marketing Intern
Studio JAED - Providence, RI
May 2020 - May 2022
Designed marketing materials such as presentation templates, business cards, and printed collateral. Effectively translated complex architectural concepts into compelling visuals.
Developed the company’s first comprehensive brand guide and presented it to senior management, establishing visual standards to ensure cohesive branding across all platforms.
Photo editing/retouching: enhanced key features and removed distractions to create polished images that accurately reflected the intended vision for a particular space.
Graphic Designer
Student Programs, Leadership & Orientation, RWU - Bristol RI
October 2018 - April 2022
Utilized creative design skills to produce a wide range of eye-catching print and digital assets for campus clubs and organizations, increasing visibility for events and fundraisers across multiple campus locations.
Managed project logistics to ensure all design deliverables were completed on time and aligned with event schedules.
Skills
Creative Skills
Digital & Print design, Branding, Video Editing, Social Media design, Photo art direction
Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Lightroom
Professional Skills
Creative problem-solving and analytical thinking
Strong visual sensibility and attention to detail
Structured planning and efficient workflow management
Effective communication and active listening
Receptive to feedback and collaborative in team settings
Highly motivated with a desire for continuous learning and growth
Education
Roger Williams University
Graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design Communications, minoring in Marketing and Digital Media/Photography
Contact
kathrynbolton21@gmail.com