Emily Duke
Charlotte, NC | 757-660-7966 | hello@emilyduke.co
professional summary
With over a decade of design experience, I excel at translating my clients' vision, strategy, and goals into comprehensible, compelling solutions. Working in an agency setting has also equipped me to effectively manage multiple projects and adapt to moving deadlines and changes. I am self-motivated and organized, and I enjoy being a part of a collaborative and creative team. I am passionate about working with clients who are making a positive impact in their community, and I enjoy discovering how to innovate and improve upon existing systems.
relevant experience
Graphic Designer, 03/2017 - present
Freelance — Remote
- Collaborate with a diverse group of clients to design and illustrate print and digital assets including brochures, lookbooks, mailers, flyers, billboards, apparel, slide decks, digital ads, social media graphics, and more.
- Create print and digital marketing assets for multiple clients as a contractor with 1558 Brand Agency (2019-present)
- Effectively handle multiple projects on tight deadlines, and adjust to urgent changes and needs.
- Managed online e-commerce shop and provided customer service (2017-2022).
Freelance — Remote
- Collaborate with a diverse group of clients to design and illustrate print and digital assets including brochures, lookbooks, mailers, flyers, billboards, apparel, slide decks, digital ads, social media graphics, and more.
- Create print and digital marketing assets for multiple clients as a contractor with 1558 Brand Agency (2019-present)
- Effectively handle multiple projects on tight deadlines, and adjust to urgent changes and needs.
- Managed online e-commerce shop and provided customer service (2017-2022).
Graphic Designer, 03/2022 - 04/2025
Humane Society of Charlotte — Charlotte, NC
- Designed print and digital marketing assets across all departments, including brochures, packets, mailers, rack cards, flyers, billboards, event signage, social media graphics, digital ads, van wraps, and wayfinding and building signage.
- Ensured all communications were cohesive and maintained brand standards.
- Designed event signage and graphics for annual events including the Pet Palooza fundraising walk, Plates for Paws restaurant week, Rescue Brew contest in collaboration with NoDa Brewing Company, and black-tie Ties and Tails Gala.
- Designed and illustrated year-round and event-specific merchandise and apparel for online and in-person sales.
- Created and designed the annual Rescue Brew calendar.
Humane Society of Charlotte — Charlotte, NC
- Designed print and digital marketing assets across all departments, including brochures, packets, mailers, rack cards, flyers, billboards, event signage, social media graphics, digital ads, van wraps, and wayfinding and building signage.
- Ensured all communications were cohesive and maintained brand standards.
- Designed event signage and graphics for annual events including the Pet Palooza fundraising walk, Plates for Paws restaurant week, Rescue Brew contest in collaboration with NoDa Brewing Company, and black-tie Ties and Tails Gala.
- Designed and illustrated year-round and event-specific merchandise and apparel for online and in-person sales.
- Created and designed the annual Rescue Brew calendar.
Communications Director, 08/2020 - 01/2022
Antioch Fort Worth — Fort Worth, TX- Designed and wrote copy for print and digital communications across all teams.
- Maintained social media channels, and oversaw website and app development.
- Contributed to the marketing strategy for a two-year capital campaign that raised over $5.5 million. Assisted with producing a video series through writing scripts and conducting interviews. Designed building-wide wayfinding and signage; developed interior theming; purchased furniture and decor; and installed themed creative elements.
- Managed a small team of contract photographers, videographers, and social media specialists.
- Assisted with event photography.
Antioch Fort Worth — Fort Worth, TX- Designed and wrote copy for print and digital communications across all teams.
- Maintained social media channels, and oversaw website and app development.
- Contributed to the marketing strategy for a two-year capital campaign that raised over $5.5 million. Assisted with producing a video series through writing scripts and conducting interviews. Designed building-wide wayfinding and signage; developed interior theming; purchased furniture and decor; and installed themed creative elements.
- Managed a small team of contract photographers, videographers, and social media specialists.
- Assisted with event photography.
Communications Manager, 01/2017 - 03/2018
Unbound Now - North Texas — Fort Worth, TX
- Designed print and digital marketing assets, and wrote copy for internal and external communications.
- Designed event signage for the annual community-wide Light Up the Dark 5k.
- Established and maintained social media channels.
Unbound Now - North Texas — Fort Worth, TX
- Designed print and digital marketing assets, and wrote copy for internal and external communications.
- Designed event signage for the annual community-wide Light Up the Dark 5k.
- Established and maintained social media channels.
Communications Manager, 01/2014 - 03/2018
Hands Producing Hope — Remote- Designed and wrote copy for print and digital communications.
- Assisted with e-commerce management, and oversaw website and product development.
- Fostered engagement with supporters during artisan site visits to develop self-sustainable community initiatives (adult literacy school, maternal health program, and life skills classes).
Hands Producing Hope — Remote- Designed and wrote copy for print and digital communications.
- Assisted with e-commerce management, and oversaw website and product development.
- Fostered engagement with supporters during artisan site visits to develop self-sustainable community initiatives (adult literacy school, maternal health program, and life skills classes).
skills
Graphic Design
Layout Design
Signage and Wayfinding
Environmental Design
Digital Illustration
Merchandise and Packaging Design
Photography and Photo Retouching
Layout Design
Signage and Wayfinding
Environmental Design
Digital Illustration
Merchandise and Packaging Design
Photography and Photo Retouching
Adobe Creative Suite
Canva
HTML, CSS
Microsoft 365
WordPress, Squarespace
Canva
HTML, CSS
Microsoft 365
WordPress, Squarespace
education
Bachelor of Science,
Crop and Soil Environmental Science
Virginia Tech — Blacksburg, VA
2008-2013
Crop and Soil Environmental Science
Virginia Tech — Blacksburg, VA
2008-2013