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Graphic Designer resume example

An ATS-friendly graphic designer resume example with writing tips. Use it as a starting point and edit it for free.

Tips for this resume

  • Lead each bullet with a strong past-tense action verb followed by a measurable result.
  • Keep bullets under 25 words and cut any detail that does not show impact.
  • Match the skills list to terms in the job posting, such as Figma or print production.
  • Include a link to a portfolio so recruiters can see your work quickly.

Skills recruiters search for

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Figma
  • Typography
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Packaging Design
  • Print Production
  • Layout and Composition
  • Motion Graphics with Adobe After Effects

Alex Morgan

Graphic Designer | Brand Identity, Print & Digital Campaigns
alex.morgan@email.com · +1 (415) 555-0137 · Austin, TX

Summary

Brand-focused graphic designer with six years of experience building identity systems, packaging, and multichannel campaigns for healthcare and retail clients. Known for turning complex briefs into clear visuals that hit deadlines and lift engagement.

Experience

Senior Graphic DesignerMar 2021–Present
Northside Health · Columbus, OH
  • Redesigned the patient education brochure library, cutting print vendor costs by 22% annually.
  • Led visual identity refresh across 14 clinic locations, delivering signage and digital assets on schedule.
  • Designed email and social templates that raised campaign click-through rates from 2.1% to 3.8%.
  • Mentored two junior designers through a shared asset library and weekly critique sessions.
Graphic DesignerJun 2018–Feb 2021
Grupo Alba · Austin, TX
  • Produced packaging artwork for 35 private-label SKUs, meeting all retailer compliance deadlines.
  • Created trade show booths and collateral that supported three regional launches generating $1.2M in sales.
  • Prepared print-ready files and managed color proofs with offset and digital printers.
  • Built a modular brand guideline system adopted by four internal marketing teams.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design2014–2018
Westfield State College

Skills

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Figma, Typography, Brand Identity Design, Packaging Design, Print Production, Layout and Composition, Motion Graphics with Adobe After Effects