A Bit About Me
B.S. Graphic Design & Marketing
Pennsylvania Western University - California
August 2016 - May 2020
previously know as California University of Pennsylvania. Minor in Art & Marketing
Education
Hello! My name is Sharry Crowner, but you can call me Shay. I'm a passionate graphic designer with a keen eye for design. What do I do? Well to sum it up, I specialize in translating ideas into captivating visual experiences, using my design skills that I have developed over the past 5+ years in the design field.
I have worked with clients in creating brand identities to designing stunning print & web assets for companies and events. I am experienced, but always learning especially in a field that is always changing and adapting with trends, technology, and time. My goal is to continue to learn and grow so that my designs continue to communicate and catch the eye of my audience.
Work Experience
Big Frog Custom Tshirts of Sugar Land
Feb. 2024 - Present
Paul's Beauty Warehouse
Apr. 2021 - Jul. 2023
Locomation
Jul. 2021 - Oct. 2021
Lead Graphic Design/Sales Lead
• Manage 7 - 10 projects daily and 4 - 5 long-term projects simultaneously, ensuring 100% alignment with production team requirements and maintaining a high on-time project completion rate.
• Capturing current/prospective client’s information and processing payments (via PO, cash, check, or card)
• Apply in-depth knowledge of 7+ different print processes (e.g., screen printing, DTF, DTG, and vinyl cutting) to select the most cost-effective and high-quality print method for active/potential orders.
• Collaborated with vendors and team members to integrate designs from multiple file formats, preparing 70% of orders for either in-house or outsourced production.
Marketing Designer / Coordinator
Originally on boarded as the marketing teams graphic designer, I was promoted up to social marketing coordinator within 6 months of my employment
• Established and maintained a structured quarterly schedule for 3 social media platforms and 35 - 39 email promotions per quarter, achieving a consistent posting frequency and contributing to a 50% increase in audience engagement.
• Collaborated on 7 sponsored campaigns featuring esteemed professional brands (e.g., CHI, Mizani, Andis, Redken), resulting in an increase in brand visibility and double growth in customer interest or sales.
• Developed captivating on-brand designs for email marketing, social media, and in-store campaigns, including promotions, monthly sales catalogs, annual events, and guest speaker series events, contributing to a 50% increase in engagement and a 25% boost in conversion rates.
Contract Junior Graphic Designer
• Established graphics for a multi-million dollar investor presentation campaign to kickstart their autonomous trucks development and expansion.
• Collaborated with a team of 15 members to design and execute assets that informed and captured the attention of potential investors and prospective employees, resulting in a increase in recruitment inquiries and investor engagement."
• Created multiple designs for recruitment banners, 5x7 handouts, employee access badges, and other materials
“The most creative people are motivated
by the grandest of problems that are presented before them.”
Pittsburgh Young Professionals
Jan. 2021 - Dec. 2021
Gamma Sigma Sigma (GSS)
National Service Sorority
Feb. 2020 - Jun. 2020
PennWest Steele Hall Theatre
Aug. 2018 - May 2020
Marketing Team Designer
• Collaborated with a team of 5 members to bring annual and new campaigns to life, increasing engagement on social media as well as throughout the organization.
• Designed graphics & illustrations for events such as the Annual Golfing Fundraiser, Dinners, Happy Hours, and other networking initiatives, contributing to 80% event registrations and generating more exposure for local businesses through event marketing."
Marketing Committee Designer
• Collaborated with a select team of committee members to strategically enhance the brand presence of the GSS National Service Sorority, resulting in an increase in social media followers.."
• Conceptualized and developed event elements, including themes, logo design updates, and merchandise illustrations, leading to improvement in branding recognition."
In-House Graphic Designer
• Conceptualized and executed designs for marketing and promotional materials for theatre productions to be used throughout posters, social media graphics, departmental banners, and dynamic screen displays.
• Coordinated with other campus departments and local businesses to increase marketing upcoming productions, resulting in an increase in promotional reach and a rise in ticket sales.