I'm Coli Unger. A graphic designer, print maker, costume maker and crafter based in the Sierra Foothills of California. I specialize in brand identity, publication, print and marketing. However, as you can tell from my porfolio, some of my favorite work is in costuming, expression, set decor and working within a theme.
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COLLABORATION
I am organized, detail oriented and skillful while working in projects, brainstorming and production. I believe that collaboration and independent work both play a role in successful projects.
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CRAFT
I believe in excellent and precise craftsmanship. You have to stand behind your product or service and provide a high quality experience. Treat every project like it is the most important! Simply, because it is. And I understand the importance of quality that my clients look for.
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AUTHENTICITY
I want the best for the people I work with and for. Being genuine and courteous to others is a must. Active listening and feedback is vital for growth. Authentic interactions and relationships are very valuable to me.
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experience
Pre-press Design + Engineering
iGraphics Precision Printing (June 2021 – Present)
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Graphic Designer + Marketing Rep
K&L Supply Co. (August 2017 – December 2020)
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Graphic Designer + Print Production
Pacific Printing (August 2015 – August 2017)
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Web + Graphic Designer / Branding
A.Bottini Enterprises (January 2015 – June 2015)
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Customer Service + Graphic Designer
House of Print and Copy (October 2013 – August 2015)
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Print Production Specialist
Staples Copy and Print (October 2012 – October 2013)
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Freelance Graphic Design
DesignRitual (2008 – Present)
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Lead Designer Sierra Journal Publication
Sierra College (January 2012 – June 2013)
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OH2 Event Branding Lead Designer
Sierra College (February 2013 – April 2013)
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education
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design Studies
San Jose State University (San Jose – 2017)
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Associate of Science Graphic Design, Multimedia, Illustration and Marketing Associate of Arts Liberal Arts Certificate of Graphic Design and Marketing Skills Certificate of Illustration, Marketing, Graphic Design, Web Design
Sierra College (Rocklin – 2015)
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showing
Beyond Rust + Dust; Rising from a Broken World
Art Ark Gallery San Jose, CA (2021)
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Age of Rust and Fire
Red Bluff Fairgrounds, CA (2020)
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Curious Forge Makerspace
Nevada County, CA (2019)
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DSGD 197 Senior Show
San Jose State University, CA (2016)
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Under Pressure (Screen Print + Letterpress)
San Jose State University, CA (2016 – 2017)
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OH2 (Open House 2) Applied Art & Design / Photography Departments
Sierra College, CA (2013 - 2014)
Strangelund (Composite Portrait Series)
Don Bagget Theater Grass Valley, CA (2009)
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skill
Ability + Skills:
Pre-Press Design
Data Management
Communication of Production
Project Management
Create Social Media Content
Prioritize Tasks
Meet Deadlines
Collaborate with Others
Sketch out Ideas
Write Proposals & Copy
Create Presentations
Focus on Brand Identity
Design Large Publications
Design Marketing Collateral
Communicate and Clarify
Learn Quickly
Tools:
Adobe InDesign
Illustrator
Photoshop
Adobe Acrobat Pro
Pit Stop Pro
Corel Painter
Command Workstation
Dropbox/Google Drive
File Management
Keynote
Microsoft Office
Mac/PC OS
Commercial Printing & Bindery
Screenprinting
Printmaking
Costume & Prop Fabrication