Grace Kinney

Grace Kinney

Designer · Freelance

San Diego, CA

In My Own Words

I am a surfer, farmer, florist, and artist living in San Diego, California. I find purpose in making genuine human connections and helping others connect to the natural world. As a florist and farmer, I learned to slow down and see beauty in the everyday. As a surfer, I am empowered and humbled whenever I enter the ocean. Surfing encourages me to bring my community together to take responsibility for our collective healing and the healing of our planet. As an artist, I am constantly inspired by my travels, new perspectives, and new friends. I hope to share this joy through stories, drawings, photography, and video. I am passionate and hardworking, able to provide creative and sustainable approaches in a variety of environments. I’m in pursuit of a meaningful position, where my individuality and thoughtfulness can help the growth of my community. I am interested in expanding my knowledge through new challenges and experiences.

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer

Freelance

2022 – Present

Program Coordinator

Changing Tides Foundation

2022 – Present

I coordinate the non-profit's WOMP program to teach girls and non-binary youth from underserved neighborhoods how to surf. I plan for the sessions from training for volunteers to food donations, product donations, and community outreach.

Wholesale Marketing

Emocean Surf Magazine

2022 – 2024

Connected with wholesale clients to provide order information when new issues were released. Reached out to potential clients to stock Emocean Magazine in their online and physical storefronts.

Intern

Sea Together Magazine

2022 – 2023

Worked with founder to edit and publish podcast episodes to promote inclusion and women’s empowerment to write a new narrative in surf culture.

Co-Founder

Best Bud Floral

2020 – 2023

Co-Founder of Best Bud Floral, where I designed florals for special events, led workshops, created marketing and advertisements and developed a website.

Education

Bachelor of Science

Rutgers University

2012 – 2014

Bachelor of Science

Interests

EditingFarmingGardeningSurfingMarketingDesignFilmArtVideoPermaculture

Skills

Industries

BikeCreative AgenciesFashionLifestyleMusicOutdoorRunSkateSnowStreetwearSurfSwimYogaHealth & Fitness

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