Katie Dotson

Experience

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  KD Designs

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  Freelance Designer

  Freelance graphic design work including branding, poster design, and illustration for print and digital. Officially registered KD Designs sole proprietorship in September 2020. I enjoy the challenge of taking on design work for startup businesses, working with non-profit organizations, creating commissioned illustrations, and operating my growing online store of artwork including enamel pins, screen prints, and stickers. Check it out at kddesigns.art/shop!

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  Minot State University Theatre Arts

  Sept 2014 - Oct 2019

  Poster & Program Designer

  Contracted work for the MSU Theatre Arts Department constructing original designs for each show and branding them for use across the department’s print and online presence.

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  North Dakota State Fair

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Social Media & Graphic Design Intern

  Worked alongside the NDSF Marketing Director and local design agency to develop and implement the Fair’s Social Media Strategy. I oversaw the layout for the NDSF Media Guide, informational agriculture banners, & created new content for the Fair’s Social Media. Assisted in overall event planning and maintained constant updates during the State Fair itself.

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  Minot State University Flat Tail Press

  Aug 2016 - May 2017

  Graphic Design & Printmaking Intern

  Flat Tail Press is Minot State University’s resident Printmaking Studio. Designing with FTP, I produced exhibition posters and programs, worked as a printmaking assistant for visiting artists, and was lead coordinator for the annual Print Day in May event.

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  United States Air Force

  Jan 2018 - Nov 2022

  Oversaw marketing strategy, art direction, design, printing, and implementation for 21 facilities on Minot Air Force Base. Led a team of 5 including 3 print and digital designers. Conducted market research with surveys and focus groups. Redesigned Squadron Website. Designed products including but not limited to: posters, menus, calendars, online advertisements, handouts, & business cards executed across print and web platforms. Lead designer in charge of creating materials posters, brochures, menu sand additional graphics for multiple facilities including multiple restaurants, Outdoor Recreation, Fitness Center, Bowling Center, Arts and Crafts, Auto Hobby, and the Golf Course. Works with team to implement marketing plan for each facility.

  • Marketing/Art Director

    Mar 2020 - Nov 2022

  • Lead Graphic Designer

    Jan 2018 - Mar 2020
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  DOVR

  Nov 2022 - Jul 2023

  Digital Designer
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  Minot Area Chamber EDC

  Aug 2023 - now

  Communications & Outreach Specialist