Hi, I’m Sarah. I‘m a graphic designer based in San Francisco, California. I work mainly on brand and communications, website design, environmental graphics, motion graphics, and print.
I’m passionate about creating intelligent, thoughtful print and digital designs, and generating original solutions that meet user needs.
I work for Gladstone Institutes, a biomedical research institute in Mission Bay. I previously worked at Studio Hinrichs, a boutique design studio led by former Pentagram partner Kit Hinrichs.
I spent seven years working on the Design Council‘s Designing Demand program (now Design Leadership), a design support program for businesses. I was on a team that worked with hi-tech start-ups to help them gain funding and increase their chances of success. My role focused on design and project management, with a focus on brand.
Contact me at sarah.l.gardner.ldn@gmail.com.
Résumé
Experience
Gladstone Institutes
Senior Graphic Designer
San Francisco, California | September 2016–Present
Instrumental in organizational rebranding, working on the complete redesign of visual identity elements
Leading all website design development, ensuring a consistent and visually appealing online presence that always keeps accessibility in mind
Developed impactful environmental graphics that align with brand values and enhance physical spaces
Executed numerous event promotions, ensuring a seamless brand experience for internal and external audiences
Developed motion graphics designs for promotional videos and online content
Supervised and mentored a production designer and provided oversight for freelance designers, ensuring project success and quality outcomes
Studio Hinrichs
Graphic Designer
San Francisco, California | June 2015–June 2016
Led high-profile design projects encompassing brand and identity, marketing and communications campaigns, environmental graphics, print and digital advertising, illustration, motion graphics, and packaging design
Collaborated with a diverse team of designers to deliver creative solutions exceeding client expectations
Gained valuable insights into industry best practices and design trends
UK Design Council
Program Content Officer
London, UK | October 2003–March 2011
Successfully co-ordinated two rebrands of design program materials, working closely with multiple departments to ensure project requirements
Coordinated programs offering design expertise to high-tech start-ups, ensuring seamless communication channels
Established and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment
Conducted a series of impactful design workshops tailored for businesses Collaborated closely with a design consultancy to shape strategy, structure, content, and design tools for participants, ensuring a comprehensive and effective learning experience
Education
De Anza College
Cupertino, California
Associate of Arts, Graphic Design and Interactive Design
Middlesex University
London, UK
BA Honors, Woven Textile Design
Technical Skills
Adobe InDesign, PhotoShop, Illustrator & After Effects, Figma, Sketch, Zeplin, Keynote, Microsoft Office, Asana, Slack
Traditional fabrication skills in mocking up designs: trimming, folding, glue-ups and stenciling.