Multidisciplinary creative specializing in graphic design and illustration. I bring a unique voice to the local brands I collaborate with, and always seek innovative solutions to creative problems. My work allows me to stay curious and inquisitive every day.

Kirstin Dahlson

Multidisciplinary creative specializing in graphic design and illustration. I bring a unique voice to the local brands I collaborate with, and always seek innovative solutions to creative problems. My work allows me to stay curious and inquisitive every day.

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Multidisciplinary creative specializing in graphic design and illustration. I bring a unique voice to the local brands I collaborate with, and always seek innovative solutions to creative problems.

My work allows me to stay curious and inquisitive every day.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Independent Contractor
January 1, 2021 - Present
Create and enhance brand identities; design logos, custom typography, graphics, illustrations, web, flyers, packaging, and other branding materials. Create social media post templates and company emailers. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with clients to convert ideas into visually coherent and inventive designs. Conduct market research and moodboards on subject, competition, and current trends to develop successful and effective strategies. Clients include Female Founders Fund, Brooklyn Psychedelic Society, Mayesh, Dokébi, Amber Health, & more.
Sales Associate at Save Khaki United
February 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025
Reached monthly sales targets. Maintained inventories and generated financial reports. Merchandised product with a strong aesthetic sensibility. Provided excellent customer service and established relationships with guests to convert to repeat clientele.
Gallery Assistant at Artifact Gallery
June 1, 2016 - October 1, 2018
Carried out daily gallery operations and sales of works. Coordinated logistics with artists and ensured proper handling and hanging of work. Designed promotional materials for exhibits. Digitally archived photographs. Co-curated and organized monthly shows.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of Washington
September 30, 2011 - April 21, 2025
Interdisciplinary Visual Arts
Certificate of Design at Shillington College of Design
February 1, 2019 - December 20, 2019
Intensive Graphic Design & Branding Program

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services
    paper Off Breed

    Off Breed is an online platform where users can create and sell custom t-shirt designs. Shoppers browse and buy tees that are printed and shipped on demand.

    With a target audience of edgy, artistic individuals in their teens to 20’s, I created this brand identity and ad campaign with a focus on visually embodying youth, fearlessness, and unabated self expression.

    https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Fuzzy Logic

    Fuzzy Logic is a craft beer line inspired by the concept of variability. The term “fuzzy logic” is employed to handle the concept of partial truth, where the truth value may range between true and false.

    Variability is a part of the brewing process, so for this package design I reflected this diversity of outcomes by skewing the letters and shapes. Styles and batches yield endless possibilities.

    https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Unlucky Jewellery

    Unlucky Jewellery is an alternative jeweler based in the UK. Their work is inspired by Rockabilly imagery & American Traditional tattoo styles of the 1950’s.

    This branding solution gives a nod to this vintage aesthetic, while remaining edgy and modern. I designed the logo, brand style guide, and further rollout. This included packaging, business cards, and merch.

    https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper D&J Wedding

    Illustration & design for wedding & bachelorette party invitations.

    The concept for the wedding invite was to combine elements of vintage postcard styles with a hand-drawn illustration of the locale where the ceremony would take place. The couple desired a unique & personal touch, in a format that felt familiar.

    https://www.twine.net/signin