Brianne Riley
Graphic Designer
"She made the logo that I needed, but didn't know how to put into words myself. On top of that, the entire experience was truly personal. From the initial branding brief to the stages in between and the final delivery, she ensured I was satisfied throughout. I now feel that my logo reflects what my company stands for. I will definitely be utilizing her skills for my future graphic design needs."
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Raven Davis
Rave Media
Background
A native to the stunning city of Chicago, as I grew up I came to really appreciate the beauty of the world around me. I was constantly creating — drawing, writing, making music, playing pretend.
I was a great kid and student; my teachers loved me. But through life experience I've had to learn to accept that I am not perfect. Now I just want to appreciate life and to help the people around me to do the same.
Traveling —my first love — has been a big part of that. Learning and experiencing other cultures, ways of life and even ways of thinking has made me aware of the world outside of myself and opened up my perspective in ways I could have never imagined.
Uniqueness is everywhere, and it is so beautiful. That is my inspiration as a designer: no one else can do what I do the way I do. Because no one else is me.
My Design Process
The way I approach a design project involves 5 crucial factors:
1. RESEARCH: Well-informed design choices = effective solutions.
2. INSPIRATION: There are endless opportunities to learn from the people and the world around me.
3. AN OPEN MIND: Other people have great ideas too, and together we could create something unimaginable.
4. REFINEMENT: what separates the best from the rest is that keen eye for the tiny details, and putting in the time and effort for those little adjustments that make a world of difference.
5. CLIENT-CENTRIC WORK: creating an excellent experience for the wonderful people I am privileged to work with by including them every step of the way -- collaboration is key to an amazing final result.
What I Bring to the Table
Soft Skills
Creative thinking
Written, verbal, and visual communication
Self-starter
Strategy
Problem solving
Time management
Active listening
Conflict resolution
Persistence
Resilience
Technical Skills
Strong grasp of design principles
Ideation via mood boards, sketches, thumbnails, etc.
Strong understanding of branding, brand elements, and brand consistency, recognition and loyalty
Typography - font types and characteristics, choosing a typeface that complements and enhances a design, customization, kerning, tracking, and leading
Understanding of color profiles for digital vs. print design
Technology - Adobe CC (Illustrator, Photoshop & Lightroom, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and XD.) Html, CSS, and JavaScript; WordPress and HubSpot
Digital photography
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More About Me
Education
In December 2020, I earned a certificate in software engineering. I am currently working towards my A.S. in Graphic Design.
Interests
Traveling!!
Playing sports
Going to the gym
Spending time in nature
Concerts
Movies (my favorite is Inception)
Learning languages — Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, and counting!
Fun times with friends and family
My two kittens, Bowser and Stitch <3
