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Stephanie Bates

Riverside

Summary

Dynamic Digital Graphic Artist with a proven track record in corporate branding and social media graphics, notably at Kids Can Cosplay. Excelled in enhancing brand identity and audience engagement through innovative design and strategic social media use. Skilled in website design and problem-solving, achieving significant business growth.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Graphic Artist

Kids Can Cosplay
10.2023 - Current
  • Designed graphics for websites, logos and promotions for marketing purposes.
  • Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements.
  • Put together videos for social media, advertising, and informational purposes.
  • Designed website layouts, templates, and unique branded looks.

Small Business Owner

Sinister Soirees
09.2023 - Current
  • Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
  • Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
  • Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.

Co-Owner/Operator

Arendal Character Co.
08.2013 - 05.2015
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

Education

Associate of Science - Baking & Pastry

The Art Institute - International Culinary Schools
Redlands, CA

Skills

  • Corporate branding
  • Social media graphics
  • Mobile app design
  • Digital graphics
  • Production layouts
  • Website design
  • Logo design
  • Advertising
  • Business growth and retention
  • Accounting oversight
  • Planning and execution
  • Operations management
  • Public relations
  • Audience engagement
  • Excellent multitasking
  • Problem-solving
  • Social media
  • Friendly customer service

Timeline

Digital Graphic Artist

Kids Can Cosplay
10.2023 - Current

Small Business Owner

Sinister Soirees
09.2023 - Current

Co-Owner/Operator

Arendal Character Co.
08.2013 - 05.2015

Associate of Science - Baking & Pastry

The Art Institute - International Culinary Schools
Stephanie Bates