


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.
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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
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Manage short-term and long-term projects ensuring requirements are in order for the production team.
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Responsibilities include gathering customer information, selecting appropriate print methods, processing payments (via PO, cash, check, or card), and developing designs, and formatting final design files to be ready for production.
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Demonstrate a thorough understanding of various print processes, such as screen printing, direct to film (DTF), direct to garment, and vinyl cutting.
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Collaborate with vendors and teammates to integrate designs from multiple formats, preparing them for in-house or outsourced production..
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Utilized the company’s main POS and CRM systems, including Excel and Corebridge, to develop accurate estimates based on customer design and product specifications.
Marketing Designer / Coordinator
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developed captivating on-brand designs for email marketing, social media, and in-store
campaigns, including promotions, sales, annual events, and guest speaker series. -
established a structured quarterly schedule for social media posts and email promotions,
ensuring consistent and impactful messaging acroos all platforms. -
collaborated on sponsored campaign featuring esteemed professional brands such as
CHI, Mizani, Andis, Redken, highlighting the company’s commitment to excellence. -
drafted and finalized layouts for monthly sales mailers ensuring files were print-ready
and mailed promptly before the start of each month.
​Contract Junior Graphic Designer
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established graphics for a multi-million dollar campaign presentation to kickstart their
autonomous trucks development and expansion. -
collaborated with the team to execute designs that inform and capture their potential
employees and investors.
“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
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collaborated closely with team members to bring multiple successful campaigns to life within the organization.
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designed on-brand graphics & illustrations for events including the Annual Golfing Fundraiser, Dinners, Happy Hours, and various other initiatives aimed at fostering networking opportunities for Pittsburgh's vibrant young professional community while also highlighting local businesses.
Marketing Committee Designer
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Worked alongside a team of committee members to strategically enhance the brand presence of the GSS National Service Sorority.
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conceptualized elements for events including themes, logo design updates, merchandise illustrations, etc. in preparations for the Bi-annual Convention
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implemented compelling graphics for social media, the bi-annual convention, and forthcoming organizational events.
In-House Graphic Designer
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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.
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maintained communication and collaborations with other campus departments and partner local businesses to elevate the visibility and marketability of productions.