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Graphic Designer Resume Example

Graphic designer resumes are portfolio previews first, credentials second. This template makes the portfolio link unmissable and turns every bullet into a shipped-work signal.

What recruiters look for

Portfolio link at the top — this is what recruiters click first
Range: identity, digital, print, motion — pick your 2-3 best
Lead bullets with the brand / campaign, not the tool
Choose an accent color that shows visual restraint

Frequently asked questions

Include client logos?

Yes if you had real ownership. Skip if you were one of 40 designers on a global rebrand.

How many tools to list?

6-8 max. Recruiters assume you know Adobe CC — save space for niche skills (motion, 3D, print production).

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Alex Morgan

Senior Graphic Designer · Brand & Motion

robin@example.com+1 323 555 0170Los Angeles, CArobinalvarez.co

Summary

Senior graphic designer with 7 years across brand identity, editorial, and motion. Led the visual rebrand of a $40M consumer brand — new identity increased branded-search volume 63% in six months.

Experience

Senior Designer · Studio Fern

2021 — Present · Los Angeles, CA

Led visual rebrand of Halyard, a $40M DTC brand — branded-search volume +63% in 6 months post-launch.
Designed and animated the 2024 holiday campaign — 12M impressions, 4.1% engagement rate.
Built and maintained a component-based Figma design system used by 4 designers.

Education

ArtCenter College of Design · BFA, Graphic Design

2014 — 2018 · Pasadena, CA

Skills

Brand identityAdobe CCFigmaAfter EffectsTypographyPrint productionMotion design

Languages

English (Native)

Links

Portfolio — robinalvarez.co