Molly Casey
Creative Designer & Events Specialist
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Chicago, City of Chicago, CookMember since January 17, 2025
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About
Creative nonprofit professional with a strong background in graphic design, brand development, and data analytics. Experienced in delivering visually impactful solutions for diverse clients through strategic marketing campaigns and brand design projects. Skilled in organizing large-scale events with a focus on detail-oriented planning and execution.
Experience
3-5 years of experience in graphic design, event coordination, and nonprofit fundraising. Recent roles include:
- Marketing & Fundraising Event Assistant (Artists for Kamala): Designed marketing collateral, created a site map to improve web navigation, and developed a catalog featuring 200+ fine artworks.
- Special Events Coordinator (Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund): Planned and executed large-scale fundraising events, managed budgets and vendor contracts, and designed event branding materials.
- Freelance Creative Designer: Delivered custom logos, branding, and merchandise designs for diverse clients since 2015.
Education
University of Kansas, School of Architecture & Design | B.A. in Visual Communication Design
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, and other industry-standard tools.
- Gained hands-on experience in brand activations and experiential design, focusing on creating cohesive visual identities and engaging user experiences.
- Completed coursework in Art History, Architecture, and multiple independent studies alongside the core design and architecture curriculum.
- Specialized in spatial design, pop-ups, exhibition design and temporary, interactive environments by senior year.
- Leveraged multiple internships and freelance opportunities to collaborate with entrepreneurs and executives while completing coursework.