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Robin Canfield

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Freelance Graphic + Web Designer
Los Angeles | United States

Skills

  • Web Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Web Development
  • Illustration
  • Logo Development
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Interests

Travel
Science
Adventure
Exploring
Free diving
Animals
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Industries

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Fashion
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Robin

<p><strong>IN BRIEF: </strong></p><p>I’m a Freelance Graphic + Web Designer with over a decade of design experience throughout a variety of markets including e-commerce, food + beverage, travel, hospitality, start-ups, non-profits, wellness, and fashion.

You can see my work at <a href="http://www.rambledesign.biz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.rambledesign.biz</a>. I am a certified Wix Legend Partner and am also Adobe certified. Experience includes contracting directly with businesses as well as with creative agencies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LINKS</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Portfolios:</li><li data-list="bullet" class="ql-indent-1"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Graphic + Web design: <a href="http://www.rambledesign.biz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.rambledesign.biz</a></li><li data-list="bullet" class="ql-indent-1"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Illustration: <a href="http://www.rcanfield.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.rcanfield.com</a>&nbsp;</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robincanfield" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/robincanfield</a>&nbsp;</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Instagram:&nbsp;</li><li data-list="bullet" class="ql-indent-1"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/foreverramblingaround/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/foreverramblingaround/</a></li><li data-list="bullet" class="ql-indent-1"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rcanfield.illustrator" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/rcanfield.illustrator</a>&nbsp;</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Dribbble: <a href="https://dribbble.com/rcanfield" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://dribbble.com/rcanfield</a>&nbsp;</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Book w/ Me: <a href="https://calendar.app.google/47vJePEc2mnEY9Ze6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://calendar.app.google/47vJePEc2mnEY9Ze6</a>&nbsp;</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>HIGHLIGHTS</strong></p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>I’m an artist, illustrator, ocean activist, and freelancer based in San Diego with clients worldwide</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Over a decade of design experience in, out of, and collaborating with agencies</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>UX/UI fanatic who is always learning more about the psychology of user experience and applying it to my projects and clients</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Top-notch communication skills that trickle down into well-run projects, happy clients, and fulfilled team members</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>High quality standards. I will take the extra time, every time, to complete a project correctly vs. expeditiously (which is not to say I’m not deadline-driven. . . no no no)</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>I only work remotely, which means I’m highly self-organized and self-motivated and also proficient in all the good remote team management software</li></ol>

Trajectory

Jan 2008 — Now
Freelance Graphic + Web Designer · Ramble Design
I’m a Freelance Graphic + Web Designer with almost a decade of design experience throughout a variety of markets including e-commerce, food + beverage, travel, hospitality, start-ups, non-profits, wellness, and fashion. You can see my work at www.rambledesign.biz. I am a certified Wix Legend Partner and am also Adobe certified. Experience includes contracting directly with businesses as well as with creative agencies. My unique background in marketing, advertising, and public relations combined with a Masters in International Business from the Thunderbird School of Global Management give me a unique and well-supported groundwork for my designs. My passion comes from helping small businesses succeed. I enjoy focusing on women and minority-owned mission-driven businesses and organizations doing something for the greater good, whether that is simply giving back to the community or trying to change the world.
Jan 2014 — Aug 2018
Owner/Designer · Ramble Design
Owner and designer of a lifestyle brand that produced hand-painted bags, t-shirts, packs, and jewelry.
Oct 2011 — Mar 2013
Account Executive · Diamond Public Relations
- Managed 5+ high-end national and international hospitality clients. Responsible for social media communications, public relations, promotions, and group press trip organization and leadership. - Results include promotion and pay increase after 8 months, increased brand exposure for all clients resulting in increased bookings and revenue, and exposure of clients’ brands to new target markets for future increased revenue.
May 2010 — Jan 2011
Pre-Sales Associate · Kontera Technologies
- Led team in fulfillment of RFPs leading to advertising sales over $500K per contract. - Promoted after 4 months. Implemental in interviewing, hiring, and training of new team employees, including superiors.
May 2010 — Jan 2011
Sales Associate · Buena Vista Carneros Winery
Assisted in the opening of a new tasting room adjacent to Bistro Boudin on Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco. Charged with representing the BVC brand to new customers, soliciting new wine club members, and creating an educational and fun atmosphere for visitors to the wine bar. Duties also include cash drawer management, new employee training, and sales report generation.
Jun 2007 — Jan 2008
Advertising Coordinator · Ypartnership
- Responsible for advertising communications – online and print. Because of strong results and communications skills also participated in strategic planning for clients. - - Offered full-time position after internship of only 3 weeks because of drive, communications skills, and good team work

Activity

Projects

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Branding + Product Design

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Freedive Website

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Illustrations + Web Development

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UK Fitness Startup

Education history

Boston University logo

Boston University

N/A | 2003 - 2005

Florida State University logo

Florida State University

BS in Business Marketing | 2005 - 2007

Thunderbird School of Global Management / Arizona State University logo

Thunderbird School of Global Management / Arizona State University

MSc | 2008 - 2011

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