Jennifer Dudek

Freelance Graphic/Multimedia Designer/Art Director · Self Employed

Philadelphia, PA

In My Own Words

Hi, I'm Jen! I'm a highly collaborative graphic designer, art director, multitasker extraordinaire, and pretty badass weekend warrior mountain biker. I’m a creative and detailed-oriented designer — a passionate leader and team player with a proven track record for translating complex ideas into slick, successful solutions. I’ve managed and motivated interdisciplinary teams, both as the official in-house go-to gal and agency powerhouse designer. I’ve helped build and managed brands from the ground up, worn every hat possible, and jumped through many hoops to find the solution for every client. I am currently working as the Lead Senior Experiential Graphic Designer at The Franklin Institute. Key areas of experience include Art Direction and Senior-Level Design in print and digital formats for event and environmental design, identity, branding, brand management, project management, direct mail, photography, and photo post-production. I have also been known to put together a mean excel spreadsheet every once in awhile, and I can ride a bike pretty well. If I’m not sure how to do something, I’ll find a way to make it happen. It sounds cheesy, but I truly love what I do everyday and love working with clients who are as passionate about their business as I am about design. I design because I love doing it. I thrive on building lasting relationships while producing quality work for aspiring, open-minded clients who understand and value the creative journey and process.

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic/Multimedia Designer/Art Director

Self Employed

2007 – Present

Conceptualized, designed, and art directed for various clients. Projects included annual reports, clothing graphics, websites, emails, and everything between. Please see my website for a more detailed client list.

Lead Senior Experiential Graphic Designer

The Franklin Institute

2019 – Present

Member of the core team responsible for realizing the 2024 Master Plan with a key role in the branding and design of the experiences. Worked across departments to manage the design of the graphic look and experience for any in building exhibitions or signage. Made changes and upgrades to the building wayfinding experience and usage of digital signage as well as any needs for updates to the exhibition environmental graphics.

Graphic Design Manager

The Franklin Institute

2016 – 2019

Directed and mentored the design department that was responsible for the design and implementation of all museum-wide print and advertising collateral, exhibit and museum signage, and digital materials. Assured timely delivery of projects that were on budget and on brand. Additionally, cultivated a strong relationship with our internal clients to produce final products that supported the institutions goals and exceeded expectations.

Sales Specialist/Service Advisor - Action Sports

REI - Recreational Equipment Inc.

2016 – 2017

Contributed by providing excellent services to customers and selling merchandise, services and memberships. Effectively communicated knowledge about products and services while sharing my experiences in outdoor activities and adventures. Assisted customers with information on new products, services and promotions throughout the store. Maintained great rapport with people, and genuinely enjoyed helping others on a daily basis. Helped maintain the stores visual standards and assisted in keeping the floor stocked with merchandise.

Art Director

Event Strategy Group

2013 – 2016

Art directed brand creation, development, and activation for several clients across various channels. Partnered with clients to expand, explore, and activate their brand into a live experiential branding. Adhered to brand story, mission, vision, value proposition, and brand guidelines.

Lead Graphic Designer

Phillips Pet Food & Supplies

2011 – 2013

Managed the design team and work flow while conceptualizing, designing, and producing several design and marketing projects. Prepared design files for various vendors, printers, and web producers. Worked closely with internal departments on monthly national catalogues and promotional sales materials.

Contract Direct Mail Graphic Designer

360JMG

2008 – 2008

Designed an assortment of direct mail pieces for the 2008 election cycle. Prepared files for production for print and worked closely with account managers.

Graphic Designer

U.S. Green Building Council

2007 – 2008

Lead designer responsible for the creation of print materials, digital assets, and large scale signage for trade shows. Worked with project managers in different business units and departments.

Designer/Project Manager

Jounrey Communications Inc.

2006 – 2007

Designed various in-house and trade show graphics. Prepared a wide variety of files for print and fabrication. Worked with clients every step of the way–from the concept stage, budgeting, design, fabrication, shipping, and finally the convention hall.