Kathryn Wells
I am a graphic designer specializing in creating effective visual identities for companies of all sizes around the world. I love creating standards-based user interfaces that are intuitive, responsive, and meet concrete user goals. Technology should make life simpler.
That's what I aim to do.

I pride myself on my commitment to user-centric design. Whether it's designing a workflow using effective on-page visual heirarchy, or constructing an intuitive information architecture to help users find what they need quickly and easily, I am most happy when I'm helping businesses interact with their existing and potential markets.

Available for :

Hire and Freelance Work

Website

Mobile Number

  • 858.212.2650

Email Address

  • kathryn[at]kathrynwells.net
Education

SDCCD Graphic Design2008-2009

Certificate Graphic Design

with Honors-level Web Design studies

Studying all aspect of Graphic Design Including Typography, Branding, Illustration, Information Design, Packaging Design and Website Design

UCSD2003-2006

B.A. Literature/Creative Writing

Emphasis in Screenwriting, Stylistics & Grammar

Studying all aspects of the written word, including short fiction, screenwriting, literary stylistics, non-fiction, and speculative fiction.

My Skill Set
  • Photoshop
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Dreamweaver
  • Ilustrator
  • Flash
  • JAVA SCRIPT
  • PHP
Experience

///FreelancerAug 2008 - Present

Graphic Designer And Ilustrator

Providing creative directorship and production on client projects from concept to completion. Examples include:

  • Developing brand strategy and identity
  • Printing collateral and logo design
  • Website design and development
  • User Interface design
  • Email marketing solutions
  • Copywriting
  • Advertising design and copy
  • Website analytics and reporting
  • Link-building strategies

///Lynch Interactive, Inc.July 2010-May 2011

Project Manager & Graphic Designer

Managed business accounts, creative direction, web design, XHTML/CSS, and Search Engine Marketing consultation.

///Life Ionizer/Earthtrade/Raw PeopleMar 2009 - May 2010

Graphic/Web Designer & Copyediting

Studying all aspect of Graphic Design Including Advertising Design, Branding, Copywriting, Exhibition Design, Ilustration, Information Design, Packaging Design and Website Design

///Orasa Weldon DesignNov 2008 - Jan 2011

Web Designer

Website mockups in Photoshop, Bespoke Website Design and XHTML/CSS validated code, Wordpress Installation and Customization, Email Account Setup and Email Client Setup, Client Consultation, Logo Design, Print Design, Copywriting

Portfolio
Why I'm an Asset to Your Business
  • My intuitive understanding of the principles of design and design theories allow me to expand beyond what has been "done before."
  • My technical skills, which I am ever updating, enable me to use my knowledge of design principles to make digital products easier for your users to interact with.
  • My ability to conceptualise and think visually and to clearly communicate those verbally or in writing makes it easy for you to keep abreast of the project at all times.
  • My ability to work within a team or alone. While I can self-direct, I do prefer daily quick touch-base meetings to ensure that the design goals are always on-target.
  • My relentless attention to detail means that your project is produced in the most professional of directions and delights and "WOWs" your clients or boss.