Nicole Judge

Nicole Judge

Versatile and creative graphic designer who also specializes in detailed artwork, crafting and illustration.

9 yrs experience · Richmond, VA · 30-40 hrs/week

About

So nice to meet you! I’m a creative & highly skilled graphic designer with a passion for creating visually compelling designs that make an impact. With years of experience, I offer a professional approach to every project, ensuring quality and attention to detail. Let's collaborate and bring your ideas to life!

Skills

Adobe BridgeAdobe Creative SuiteAdobe DreamweaverAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe XDArtCanvaCharacter DesignCraftingEditorial DesignGraphic DesignIllustrationLogo DesignMarketingPhoto EditingPrint DesignProcreateSocial MediaWeb Design

Experience

  • Professional Staff · U.S. Department of Justice06-01-2019

    • Lead projects from concept to final approval independently, ensuring consistent brand integrity • Incorporate stakeholder feedback into final assets and deliverables • Brainstorm design ideas with employee personnel, supervisors and SAC • Assembled large-scale project and materials for SAC • Uphold excellence in all creative aspects, exhibiting proficiency in typography, graphic design, illustration, packaging, and other design elements • Utilize Microsoft Office and Canva to design visual graphics and print designs for office use • Design digital and print designs for office use • Collaborate with committee members to design t-shirts for events • Utilize Adobe Creative Cloud to design front and back designs for office t-shirts • Utilize mockups to present final designs • Design and update monthly newsletter to division SharePoint page • Manages office SharePoint web design at request of office personnel • Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. • Assists with updates and modification to division SharePoint website • Creates and modifies new SharePoint webpages at supervisor request • Design layouts and visuals for office presentations • Worked with vendor to ensure files are formatted appropriately • Design and maintain employee training and career development guide

  • Freelance Artist & Graphic Designer · N/A05-01-2019

    • Create print and digital materials for client use (posters, invitations, framed artwork, resumes, etc.) • Expert knowledge of print and digital design standards and specifications • Work collaboratively with internal/external teams, clients and vendors • Expert in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva Figma and web design templates • Designs and illustrates visuals for web, print, brand, and marketing • Utilize mockups to show finished design • Manage contact with print vendors to ensure project quality • Utilize Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office to create designs • Create print and digital materials for organization’s annual event • Use printing vendors to print final project for client • Develop and produce a wide range of marketing materials • Ensures project visuals are cohesive, recognizable, and on-brand • Research and utilize AI applications for project photo editing

  • Sole Proprietor · Pink Slushie02-01-2020 – 01-01-2022

    • Design, maintain, and update company website to ensure functionality and enhance customer experience with emphasis on usability • Create and manage company social media posts, promotions and engagements • Commission influencers to promote apparel on social media platforms • Create and design apparel and merchandise for online store • Utilize mockups to reflect product image and quality • Create and design promotional advertisements for online store • Work with drop-shipping vendor to ensure quality of merchandise • Maintain prompt and accommodating customer service

  • Honors Intern · U.S. Department of Justice06-01-2018 – 05-01-2019

    • Planned, designed, and produced large informative promotional displays depicting unit’s core functions • Met with key stakeholders to brainstorm product design and production • Utilized Adobe Creative Cloud applications to create graphic designs • Created banners and signs for company’s Family Day • Created promotional and informative materials for Breast Cancer Awareness Month • Assisted with crafting and installation of vinyl graphic murals in division’s lobby renovation project • Assists other departments with creative projects

Education

  • George Mason UniversityBachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design

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