Jen Koch

I am a detail-oriented design professional with almost 20 years of experience in the field, a deep love of the craft, and a commitment to brand integrity. Organized and methodical with excellent project management skills. Highly adaptable with a background in digital and traditional art. Eager to work with a team, seeking opportunities to mentor the next generation of graphic designers. Plus, I make a mean scrambled egg.

What Matters

Sustainability and drive come from the knowledge that what I make helps people. I’m seeking work that matters and makes a difference, whether I’m helping students find their perfect post-secondary school or helping a small business find their niche. I have an earnest personality (which can make me a little awkward at parties), and I pour passion into everything I design.

Experience (Full Time)

Graphic Designer, Iowa Wesleyan University

July 2020 – May 2023

• Brand management, print and digital design for all branches of the institution. Projects included Admissions kits, magazine design, billboards, wayfinding signage, web and social media graphics, and more. This position also included supervision of interns and graduate assistants.

Graphics/Web Coordinator, FunCity

July 2007 – July 2020

• Brand management, digital and print corporate identity, sales kits and brochures, restaurant menu design, monthly direct mail pieces and email marketing, corporate website management (WordPress CMS) and more.

Graphic Designer, TurnKey Creations

June 2005 – July 2007

• Agency designer, creating digital and print projects for a variety of clients. Web development (primarily HTML and CSS), direct mail pieces, email marketing, brochures, booklets, and newsletters.

Experience (Freelance)

Education

Bachelor of Sciences

Graphic Communication/Journalism

Western Illinois University, August 2003 – May 2005

Associate of Sciences

Graphic Communications/Journalism

Southeastern Community College, August 2001 – May 2003