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Aja Johnston

@ajajohnston

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I create strategic digital content that connects organizations with their communities.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for a communications or digital media role where I can use creative storytelling, strategic communication, and visual content to connect an organization with its audiences and community.

I create graphic design, photography, video, and social media content for Labette Community College, supporting marketing, recruitment, campus events, athletics, and community engagement.

My work combines visual storytelling, branding, and promotional communications across digital and print materials. I collaborate with departments to promote programs and maintain consistent institutional branding.

Previously, I taught graphic design at Parsons High School and supported marketing, events, trade shows, and communications at Tank Connection. I bring experience in content creation, event coordination, copywriting, photography, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

PR/Digital Media Associate

Current

Labette Community College

May 2023 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Create graphic design, photography, video, and social media content to support institutional marketing, recruitment, and community engagement. Develop digital and print promotional materials and collaborate with departments to maintain branding consistency.

Graphic Design Photography Video Social Media Management Branding Advertising Content Creation Digital Media Community Engagement

Full-Time Substitute Graphic Design Teacher

Parsons High School

Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)

Developed and taught graphic design curriculum focused on typography, layout, print preparation, and Adobe Creative Suite. Created print and digital materials for the school district and community while mentoring students and serving as Head of the Graphic Design Advisory Committee.

Graphic Design Typography Layout Print Preparation Adobe Creative Suite Teaching Mentorship Curriculum Development

Event Coordinator

Tank Connection

Jan 2022 - Aug 2022 (7 months)

Supported company engagement initiatives, event planning, and trade show coordination while collaborating with marketing and sales teams. Managed vendor relationships, merchandise inventory, and ordering processes.

Event Planning Trade Show Coordination Vendor Management Inventory Management Marketing Sales Collaboration

Marketing Assistant

Tank Connection

May 2018 - Jan 2022 (3 years 8 months)

Assisted with marketing initiatives through graphic design, photography, social media content, and promotional material development. Supported internal and external communications, advertising efforts, and brand-related projects.

Graphic Design Photography Social Media Content Creation Marketing Communication Skills Advertising Branding