Emily Duke
Charlotte, NC | 757-660-7966 | hello@emilyduke.co
professional summary
With over a decade of experience designing for a diverse group of clients in the non-profit sector, in an agency setting, and as a freelance designer, I excel at translating big picture ideas into comprehensible, compelling assets. I am able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to tight deadlines and last minute changes. I am self-motivated and enjoy being a part of a collaborative team. I am passionate about collaborating with clients who are making a positive impact in the community and continuing finding ways to innovate and improve upon existing systems.
relevant experience
Graphic Designer, 03/2022 - present
Humane Society of Charlotte — Charlotte, NC
- Design print and digital marketing assets for all departments, ensuring all communications are cohesive and maintain brand standards.
- Handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.
- Lead the Arts Committee, and develop and execute building-wide design installments.
Humane Society of Charlotte — Charlotte, NC
- Design print and digital marketing assets for all departments, ensuring all communications are cohesive and maintain brand standards.
- Handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.
- Lead the Arts Committee, and develop and execute building-wide design installments.
Graphic Designer, 03/2017 - present
Freelance — Remote
- Collaborate with a diverse group of clients to design marketing collateral and write copy, effectively handle multiple projects on tight deadlines, and adjust to urgent changes and needs.
- Created layout designs, marketing assets, and illustrations for a variety of clients as a contractor with 1558 Brand Agency (2019-2024).
- Managed an online e-commerce shop and provided customer service (2017-2022).
Freelance — Remote
- Collaborate with a diverse group of clients to design marketing collateral and write copy, effectively handle multiple projects on tight deadlines, and adjust to urgent changes and needs.
- Created layout designs, marketing assets, and illustrations for a variety of clients as a contractor with 1558 Brand Agency (2019-2024).
- Managed an online e-commerce shop and provided customer service (2017-2022).
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 marketing strategy for a two-year capital campaign that raised over $5.5 million.
- Assisted with producing a video series through writing and conducting interviews, and collaborating with contracted videographers.
- Designed building-wide wayfinding and signage; developed interior theming; purchased furniture and decor; and installed themed creative elements.
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 marketing strategy for a two-year capital campaign that raised over $5.5 million.
- Assisted with producing a video series through writing and conducting interviews, and collaborating with contracted videographers.
- Designed building-wide wayfinding and signage; developed interior theming; purchased furniture and decor; and installed themed creative elements.
Communications Director, 01/2017 - 03/2018
Unbound Now - North Texas — Fort Worth, TX
- Designed marketing assets and wrote copy for internal and external communications.
- Co-led artistic direction for the annual community-wide Light Up the Dark 5k event.
- Established and maintained social media channels.
Unbound Now - North Texas — Fort Worth, TX
- Designed marketing assets and wrote copy for internal and external communications.
- Co-led artistic direction for the annual community-wide Light Up the Dark 5k event.
- Established and maintained social media channels.
Communications & Accounts 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