Kevin Sobotka

About

I am a Graphic Designer with 8 years of experience. Proficient in branding, typography, and videography. I am committed to transforming clients’ concepts into distinct, functional, and engaging design solutions.

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Education

Columbia College Chicago

Chicago, IL

Sept 2020 - 2024

Graphics Design B.A.

Work Experiences

Freelance at Ori Creative

September 2022 - Present

● Elevated brand recognition by editing digital images and videos for websites and social media, adhering to consistent brand standards.
● Boosted client satisfaction by creating and organizing comprehensive media kits, including logos, edited images, and banners.

Freelance Work for Trim-Tex Inc.

January 2024 – May 2024

● Helped develop the "Between Two Corner Beads" internal video series, driving company-wide adoption of customer service techniques and emphasizing their critical role.
● Enhanced product visibility by editing worksite videos that showcased Trim-Tex products.

Marketing Intern at Trim-Tex Inc.

June 2022 – January 2024

● Shot and edited video/photo content, boosting engagement and supporting marketing efforts.
● Created various motion graphic assets that can be easily implemented into projects.
● Optimized sales potential by setting up an Amazon Seller Central account and researching other e-commerce outlets.
● Improved equipment management by auditing the marketing team's gear and creating an efficient tracking spreadsheet.

Pixel Pushing Intern at ABE Studios

February 2021 - September 2022

● Edited files, images, and videos for websites and social media, maintaining brand standards.
● Developed digital assets and an efficient file management system, improving productivity.
● Conducted audits of client webpages and product documents for accuracy and timely updates.

Skills

  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • After Effects
  • Premiere
  • Utilizing AI Tools
  • Web Design
    (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Video Production/Editing
  • Photography
  • Organization
  • E-Commerce
  • Branding
  • Social Media
  • Publication Design

About

I am a Graphic Designer with 8 years of experience. Proficient in branding, typography, and videography. I am committed to transforming clients’ concepts into distinct, functional, and engaging design solutions.

Education

Columbia College Chicago

Chicago, IL

Sept 2020 - 2024

Graphics Design B.A.

Work Experiences

Pixel Pushing Intern at ABE Studios

February 2021 - September 2022

Designing digital images & videos for websites and social media while maintaining brand standards across multiple clients.

Marketing Intern at Trim-Tex Inc.

June 2022 – January 2024

Filming & editing video material, setting up an Amazon Seller Central account, updating product information sheets, and maintaining brand standards.

Freelance at Ori Creative

September 2022 - Present

Designing digital images & videos for websites and social media while maintaining brand standards across multiple clients.

Freelance Work for Trim-Tex Inc.

January 2024 – Present

Filming and editing video material as well as other various graphic design work that aligns with the Trim-Tex brand standards.

Skills

  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • After Effects
  • Premiere
  • Utilizing AI Tools
  • Web Design
    (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Video Production/Editing
  • Digital Photography
  • Organization
  • E-Commerce
  • Branding
  • Social Media
  • Publication Design