Kayla Marple

Experience

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  Sabatini Gallery

  Jan 2014 - May 2014

  Guest Curator

  For the "Curate This!" project at the Sabatini Gallery, I worked to develop a show with fellow team members by selecting works, contacting artists, promoting the event, and hanging works

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  BA Designs, LLC

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Assistant

  Worked in library and with company marketing for interior design firm, attended meetings, learned from and assisted designers

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  Drake Athletics Creative Services

  Aug 2014 - May 2016

  Work with website development, as well as graphics for games and athletics communications. Film football and basketball games, work graphics/video display, adjust sounds using audio board, and record/display replay

  • Graphic Designer

    Aug 2015 - May 2016

  • Production Assistant

    Aug 2014 - May 2016
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  Liz Lidgett Fine Art

  Jan 2016 - Feb 2017

  Social Media & Marketing Intern

  I've had the privilege to learn so much from a female CEO and entrepreneur about the art advising world. From delivering and installing artworks, to assisting on photo shoots for magazine spreads, I've gained a lot of knowledge about the industry. One of the major projects I've accomplished during my internship is a redesign of the LizLidgett.com site, and increasing the brand identity across platforms. I've put together a style guide so that any future publications will stay consistent to the design scheme we've developed, and I continue to work on design projects to increase this branding. I also work with the national company Liz runs, Adore Your Walls, and I develop and post content on Instagram for this brand. Developing a solid social strategy, increasing branding, and creating a greater online presence are continueing projects and goals set for Liz Lidgett Fine Art and Adore Your Walls. Show less

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  Meredith Corporation

  Jun 2016 - Oct 2017

  In this role, I've assisted the SEO team with major projects to streamline the Better Homes & Gardens website for user experience and increased site visibility. I've also written several articles and refreshed numerous articles to make them viable for consumers today. Additionally, I've been able to bring in my graphic design knowledge by designing web page mockups for responsive design. In all of these capacities, I strive to assist BHG.com editors in any way possible to make the site's content the best it can be. Show less I've consistently researched and developed SEO copy for Pinterest descriptions, and I've created Pinterest-optimized images. With BHG's increasing activity on Facebook, I've worked to create clever click-bait copy that will attract readers to our site. Part of my mission at BHG.com is to extend the well-known name of the Better Homes and Gardens brand in a way that attracts the millennial audience. In addition to these duties, I've worked with the editorial team at BHG.com to research and pitch ideas for content on our site from our @Home Blogger Contributor network. Show less

  • Editorial Assistant

    May 2017 - Oct 2017

  • Social Media Intern

    Jun 2016 - May 2017
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  TwoTone Creative

  Oct 2017 - Mar 2019

  Graphic Designer / Copywriter

  At this fast-growing creative design agency, I wrote copy and designed for a variety of clients. From online course development to managing the digital and print collateral for churches, this position strengthened and widened my skill set in a variety of ways.

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  Truman Medical Centers

  Mar 2019 - Mar 2021

  Communications Coordinator

  In this position with the Jackson County Health Department, I was in charge of all graphic design (print and digital), PR, photo and video production, and more. I worked closely with the Health Promotions team to assure that our community was taking a proactive approach to health.

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  Johnson County, KS Government

  Mar 2021 - Mar 2022

  Communications Specialist

  In this role, I served as editor and designer of JoCo Mag, a quarterly magazine distributed to all county residents. Additionally, I served as the lead graphic designer and go-to email marketer.

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  Advisors Excel

  Apr 2022 - now

  Books Program Coordinator/Editor

  Help financial advisors become authors by sharing their experience and expertise. This includes cover design, interior layout, writing, editing, proofing, project management, client relations, and more.