With a total of 8+ years experience working in design and print, i've always been a creative, even from a young age whether it was drawing on the walls or painting
portraits of my cousins (much to the dismay of both my parents and cousins).
My art phase never ended, and I pursued it as a career by attending
Nossi College of Art, graduating with the achievement of "Most Creative".
Since earning my degree in design, I have worked in the industry while also
completing several freelance commissions in various forms, including
booklets, apparel, posters, invitations, full business branding, and website mockups.
I pride myself in being very versatile and
able to knock out any brief you give me.
My preferred tools are the Adobe Creative Suite, with a primary focus on Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
My day to day life includes petting my two cats, exploring my city + listening to Taylor Swift
If you've made it this far, feel free to check out my resume + portfolio
(I promise, no wall drawings included).
Hi, I'm Megan Ward
Skills & Programs
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe AfterEffects
Adobe Premier
Figma
Canva
Branding & Identity
Social Media
Print & Collateral
Art Direction
Microsoft Office Suite
Experience
On-Premise Graphic Designer
Lipman Brothers | Nashville TN | June 2018 - Present
I collaborate closely with on-premise sales reps who manage accounts for bars, hotels and restaurants on Broadway and throughout Middle Tennessee. My work involves designing and execution of print materials that adhere to brand guidelines, including food and drink menus, booklets, tasting invitations, table tent drink features, social media posts, posters, and large banners.
Notable accounts: Layla’s, Honky Tonk Central, Tootsie’s
Freelance Designer
Megan Ward Creative | May 2016 - Present
Notable Clients:
Circle Players: 2019 - Present
Created playbills for theatrical productions, designing
and laying out booklets, postcards, flyers, and billboards
Helpful Connections: 2024
Branded this start up business while also
collaborated with web designer for site mockups
Modern Pride & Co: 2017
Worked with this start up to produce T-shirt designs
Copy & Print Manager
Office Depot | Multiple Locations | January 2013 - June 2018
Worked with customers on a daily basis. Responsible for Design, Copy and Printing orders. The environment was fast paced and I had to use my multitasking abilities while working efficiently with a team of Copy and Print associates. I developed regular customers that would only work with me, made quick designs as well as intricate. I had responsibility over customer orders and had multiple deadlines everyday to reach.
Education
2012 - 2016
Bachelors Degree
in Graphic Design
Nossi College of Art
August 2017 - Oct 2017
Design Intern
Foxfuel Creative