Seeking a graphic design position that offers a dynamic and creative environment where I can contribute my skills and passion for design. I am drawn to opportunities that allow me to work on diverse projects, collaborate with a talented team, and contribute to the visual identity of a brand. Ideally, I am looking for an innovative role, that provides opportunities for professional growth.
Christina Sande
@christinasande
Graphic Design, Freelance | Visual Merchandiser
What I'm looking for
Christina Sande is a graphic designer who combines craft, digital, and print graphics to create engaging and appealing visual experiences. She graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Virginia Commonwealth University, where she honed her creative ideation and attention to detail skills. She also studied abroad at the Santa Reparata International School of Art in Italy, where she gained exposure to different cultures and art forms.
Currently, she works as a freelance graphic designer, collaborating with local brands and musicians across Norfolk, VA. She contributes to her brand identity establishment, promotional poster design, and the creation of versatile print and digital assets. In addition to this, she works as a visual merchandiser at Prince Books, an indie bookstore that curates diverse titles. She uses her design sensibilities to create in-store displays and visual merchandising, enhancing the store's visual appeal and customer satisfaction. She also co-leads the social media management, creating engaging content and executing successful digital campaigns.
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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Visual Merchandiser & Social Media Manager
Prince Books
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Manages operations at an indie book store curating diverse titles. Led social
media management, creating engaging content and executing successful digital campaigns. Strengthened design skills, deepened branding insights, and honed audience-focused visual creation.
Graphic Designer
Freelance
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 8 months)
Engages with local brands and musicians across Richmond, VA,
Norfolk, VA, and Berlin contributing to brand identity establishment, promotional
poster design, social media campaigns and the creation of versatile print and digital assets.
Design Studio Assistant
MELT Berlin
Sep 2022 - Feb 2023 (5 months)
Led the development of a dynamic brand identity system with a strong
focus on accessibility. Produced accessible PDFs and engaging zines showcasing the creative output of MELT participants. Played an integral role in social media management, content creation, image editing, and the production of design files using Adobe Creative Cloud.
Curatorial Intern
Center for Contemporary Arts Berlin
Sep 2022 - Jan 2023 (4 months)
Acquired valuable insights spanning marketing, contemporary arts, PR, and
multimedia design domains. Skillfully utilized 3D SketchUp to craft intricate gallery mockups and adeptly designed merchandise materials that seamlessly adhered to brand guidelines.
Graphic Designer
Ink Magazine
Jan 2022 - May 2022 (4 months)
Revitalized design concepts to suit various media formats, encompassing web, social media, and print, within the unique context of a student-run arts magazine. Collaborated seamlessly with cross-functional teams to ensure content alignment with trends, effectively capturing the magazine’s dynamic spirit.
Student Graphic Designer
mOb Studio
Sep 2020 - Dec 2020 (3 months)
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary cohort of peers and industry experts in a strategic alliance with Storefront for Community Design. Engaged in critical urban inquiries and employed design thinking methodologies to proactively address complex challenges emerging within the cityscape.
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