Top Talent like Crystal are on Pangea

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Crystal Huynh

Graphic Designer
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Senior Graphic Designer | Event Coordinator
With a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Houston and a minor in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, I have cultivated a robust career in graphic design and event coordination. My journey began as a Marketing and Communications Assistant at the University of Houston, where I honed my skills in content development and social media management. I then transitioned to the University of Houston College of Pharmacy as a Graphic Designer, creating impactful promotional materials. My experience expanded at Demotīk, where I advanced from a Graphic Design Intern to a Senior Graphic Designer, leading creative projects and mentoring junior designers. As an Event Coordinator, I successfully managed multiple corporate events. Additionally, my freelance work has allowed me to deliver tailored design solutions for various clients. My expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, CorelDraw, and Squarespace has consistently driven brand recognition and business growth.

Work History

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Senior Graphic Designer

DemotīkLed the creative process by coordinating with customers to shape the visual aspects of their brands, providing professional designs across all print and digital platforms. Spearheaded the redesign of company brochures and business cards using Adobe Creative Cloud and CorelDraw, increasing brand recognition and identity. Mentored a junior designer in providing guidance on design techniques and software skills using CorelDraw, enhancing professional development and growth. Developed and introduced an internal organizational system that streamlined the design process by 25%, improving workflow efficiency and fostering better collaboration among management and leadership. Designed a new logo for Retail Display Graphics by Demotik, which resulted in a new brand trademark on the company's infographics and PowerPoints.
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Event Coordinator

DemotīkExecuted 100% of event coordination from start to finish, including pre-contract consultations, preparations, implementation, bill approval, and analyses. Tracked budgeting requirements, ensuring events were within budget, receiving 98% positive employee reviews. Orchestrated 5+ annual events, including quarterly meetings, team-building activities, and corporate celebrations. Contributed to event design, including themes, color schemes, entertainment, layout and structure, and catering.
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Graphic Designer

DemotīkJul 2022 - Mar 2024 • 1 yr 9 mosDesigned a wide range of projects, including storefront signages, marketing materials, corporate barricades, company branding, and custom prints. Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and effectively translate it into a tailored design. Conducted brand research and marketed Gentle Monster to leadership during the general contractor bidding, which resulted in Demotik's first awarded general contractor job at the Houston Galleria Mall. Directed the storefront design of Hui Lau Shan's Galleria location using CorelDraw, increasing awareness of the grand opening and in-store sales. Created and produced over 300 custom PVC signs for Midway - CityCentre's three garages, optimizing material requirements and production workflow. Managed 7+ projects weekly by utilizing organization tools and scheduling weekly team meetings. Effectively executed more than 150 design projects, generating over $50,000 in new business.
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Graphic Design Intern

DemotīkMar 2022 - Jul 2022 • 5 mosAssisted in creating visual content for 20+ clients, including marketing materials such as infographics and Demotik's construction safety signs, while training in CorelDraw and Adobe Illustrator. Managed and designed the company's website design utilizing SquareSpace, leading to a 15% boost in both site traffic and conversions within the first month post-launch. Led the design, development, and printing of promotional prints for the Simon Malls - Houston Galleria such as directional standees, seasonal holiday ice rink graphics, and barricade graphics, which increased brand awareness and foot traffic. Revamped the company logo and developed 15 employee business cards, enhancing the overall brand image.
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Freelance Graphic Designer

FreelanceConsulted with clients, managed full design project lifecycles from concept to production to ensure successful project deliveries. Developed a customized Instagram and Facebook marketing package for a local hot sauce business using Canva and Illustrator, delivering engaging visuals that reinforced the brand's identity and boosted social media visibility. Designed and developed a website for a podiatrist office utilizing Squarespace, incorporating custom features such as appointment booking, service descriptions, and patient testimonials, enhancing the office's online presence and improving patient engagement. Created custom business cards for a construction company to effectively showcase the company's identity.
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Graphic Designer

University of Houston College of PharmacyOct 2021 - Mar 2022 • 6 mosCreated design content in accordance with the University of Houston branding guidelines for the College of Pharmacy's promotional campus events, digital graphics, and seminar artwork such as the Geriatric Medication Safety Symposium posters and banners, National Pharmacists Day Digital Graphics, Digital signage for C-REP Seminar. Supported the College of Pharmacy by creating registration and scholarship forms and event brochures for the UHCOP 75TH Diamond Jubilee 2022 Gala, which increased event exposure and attendance.
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Marketing and Communications Assistant

University of HoustonAug 2019 - May 2021 • 1 yr 10 mosCollaborated with the Program Director to develop content for the University of Houston - Community Arts Academy's website, designed the Kathrine G. McGovern College Of The Arts 2021 Fellows Magazine, coordinated the Moores MailChimp monthly newsletters, and updated the social media channels with relevant events. Managed the distribution of flyers, postcards, programs, and other marketing materials across campus and social media such as the 2021 Magical Musical Summer, CAA Audition Workshop, Organ and Harp Lessons, increasing exposure and attendance for events and programs. Coordinated communication between faculty, students, and community partners on programmatic projects like the Third Ward Initiative-Arts and Recitals and the UH Mariachi Pumas Event.

Education

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University of Houston

Minor, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication2022 - 2023
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University of Houston

Bachelor of Arts - BA2018 - 2023
L

Lone Star College-CyFair

Associate of Arts - AA

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Senior Graphic Designer | Event Coordinator
With a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Houston and a minor in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, I have cultivated a robust career in graphic design and event coordination. My journey began as a Marketing and Communications Assistant at the University of Houston, where I honed my skills in content development and social media management. I then transitioned to the University of Houston College of Pharmacy as a Graphic Designer, creating impactful promotional materials. My experience expanded at Demotīk, where I advanced from a Graphic Design Intern to a Senior Graphic Designer, leading creative projects and mentoring junior designers. As an Event Coordinator, I successfully managed multiple corporate events. Additionally, my freelance work has allowed me to deliver tailored design solutions for various clients. My expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, CorelDraw, and Squarespace has consistently driven brand recognition and business growth.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Top Talent like Crystal are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Crystal Huynh

Graphic Designer
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

D

Senior Graphic Designer

DemotīkLed the creative process by coordinating with customers to shape the visual aspects of their brands, providing professional designs across all print and digital platforms. Spearheaded the redesign of company brochures and business cards using Adobe Creative Cloud and CorelDraw, increasing brand recognition and identity. Mentored a junior designer in providing guidance on design techniques and software skills using CorelDraw, enhancing professional development and growth. Developed and introduced an internal organizational system that streamlined the design process by 25%, improving workflow efficiency and fostering better collaboration among management and leadership. Designed a new logo for Retail Display Graphics by Demotik, which resulted in a new brand trademark on the company's infographics and PowerPoints.
D

Event Coordinator

DemotīkExecuted 100% of event coordination from start to finish, including pre-contract consultations, preparations, implementation, bill approval, and analyses. Tracked budgeting requirements, ensuring events were within budget, receiving 98% positive employee reviews. Orchestrated 5+ annual events, including quarterly meetings, team-building activities, and corporate celebrations. Contributed to event design, including themes, color schemes, entertainment, layout and structure, and catering.
D

Graphic Designer

DemotīkJul 2022 - Mar 2024 • 1 yr 9 mosDesigned a wide range of projects, including storefront signages, marketing materials, corporate barricades, company branding, and custom prints. Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and effectively translate it into a tailored design. Conducted brand research and marketed Gentle Monster to leadership during the general contractor bidding, which resulted in Demotik's first awarded general contractor job at the Houston Galleria Mall. Directed the storefront design of Hui Lau Shan's Galleria location using CorelDraw, increasing awareness of the grand opening and in-store sales. Created and produced over 300 custom PVC signs for Midway - CityCentre's three garages, optimizing material requirements and production workflow. Managed 7+ projects weekly by utilizing organization tools and scheduling weekly team meetings. Effectively executed more than 150 design projects, generating over $50,000 in new business.
D

Graphic Design Intern

DemotīkMar 2022 - Jul 2022 • 5 mosAssisted in creating visual content for 20+ clients, including marketing materials such as infographics and Demotik's construction safety signs, while training in CorelDraw and Adobe Illustrator. Managed and designed the company's website design utilizing SquareSpace, leading to a 15% boost in both site traffic and conversions within the first month post-launch. Led the design, development, and printing of promotional prints for the Simon Malls - Houston Galleria such as directional standees, seasonal holiday ice rink graphics, and barricade graphics, which increased brand awareness and foot traffic. Revamped the company logo and developed 15 employee business cards, enhancing the overall brand image.
F

Freelance Graphic Designer

FreelanceConsulted with clients, managed full design project lifecycles from concept to production to ensure successful project deliveries. Developed a customized Instagram and Facebook marketing package for a local hot sauce business using Canva and Illustrator, delivering engaging visuals that reinforced the brand's identity and boosted social media visibility. Designed and developed a website for a podiatrist office utilizing Squarespace, incorporating custom features such as appointment booking, service descriptions, and patient testimonials, enhancing the office's online presence and improving patient engagement. Created custom business cards for a construction company to effectively showcase the company's identity.
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Graphic Designer

University of Houston College of PharmacyOct 2021 - Mar 2022 • 6 mosCreated design content in accordance with the University of Houston branding guidelines for the College of Pharmacy's promotional campus events, digital graphics, and seminar artwork such as the Geriatric Medication Safety Symposium posters and banners, National Pharmacists Day Digital Graphics, Digital signage for C-REP Seminar. Supported the College of Pharmacy by creating registration and scholarship forms and event brochures for the UHCOP 75TH Diamond Jubilee 2022 Gala, which increased event exposure and attendance.
U

Marketing and Communications Assistant

University of HoustonAug 2019 - May 2021 • 1 yr 10 mosCollaborated with the Program Director to develop content for the University of Houston - Community Arts Academy's website, designed the Kathrine G. McGovern College Of The Arts 2021 Fellows Magazine, coordinated the Moores MailChimp monthly newsletters, and updated the social media channels with relevant events. Managed the distribution of flyers, postcards, programs, and other marketing materials across campus and social media such as the 2021 Magical Musical Summer, CAA Audition Workshop, Organ and Harp Lessons, increasing exposure and attendance for events and programs. Coordinated communication between faculty, students, and community partners on programmatic projects like the Third Ward Initiative-Arts and Recitals and the UH Mariachi Pumas Event.

Education

U

University of Houston

Minor, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication2022 - 2023
U

University of Houston

Bachelor of Arts - BA2018 - 2023
L

Lone Star College-CyFair

Associate of Arts - AA

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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