About Me

Abbagail Koch

Graphic Designer | INTP

Driven by a passion for creativity, I embarked on a journey to become a graphic designer during my time at South Technical High School. However, my trajectory changed, when a chemistry professor at community college sparked my interest in forensic science. After transferring, I soon realized that design was my calling. In fall 2020, I graduated with a Bachelor of Art in Graphic Design from Columbia College.

As I stepped into the world of graphic design, COVID was impacting the world. Through diverse experiences in diverse industries ranging from wholesale manufacturing to marketing agency focused on small business, from my internships and design position.

I discovered a profound passion for sustainability leading to my pursuit of my Master’s in Sustainable Design at Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Experience

Amcon Laboratories

Our corporate mission is to provide our customers with the highest quality products available, at great prices, delivered with superior service.

Position – Graphic Designer
St. Louis, MO | September 2022 – September 2023

• Expanded branding for primary and child brands with assets, website design, refreshed logo, and developed packaging for various products

• Designed 2023 print/interactive catalog, expo signage, and new product brochures

• Planned and designed digital marketing campaigns for email and social

• Collaborated with purchasing for product information and decisions

neat + nimble

Building brands one moment at a time.
We help small teams build big brands through consistency in design and marketing.

Position – (Remote) – Graphic Designer
Hermann, MO|March 2021 – August 2022

• Collaborate with Lead Designer/Owner on designing WordPress websites using the Divi Theme according to client contract and design needs
• Ad designs, periodicals, social media assets, posters, handbills, brochures, rack cards, and stickers using Adobe Suite according to the design process and client request
• Schedule Social media, using the Hoot suite and gathered assets using Airtable
• Communicate with printers to gather quotes, and templates as needed, and problem solve project files to function with printing parameters

Bayer

Position – (Remote) – Contract Graphic Designer
St. Louis, MO|September 2021 – February 2022

• Laid out seasonal agricultural articles according to design guidelines
• Utilized Microsoft and Trello as a means of communication and teamwork in the Knowledge Transfer Department
• Researched and designed agricultural infographics for customer knowledge

Pure Perfection Candles

Our candles are curated by our team to bring the best-smelling aroma to fill the home. Who says home fragrance can’t be safe too? Pure Perfection Candles are hand poured with our custom blend of natural waxes and fine fragrances. We offer a product that’s non-toxic, slow burning, and will bring comfort to any home.

Position – Seasonal Assistant Manager/Designer
Des Peres, MO | September – December 2021

• Designed store front banners with gathered freely-usable photos using Photoshop and InDesign
• Illustrated private label candle designs using Procreate and Illustrator
• Developed multi-platform social media posts for store events
• Taught candle-making classes, while providing customer service to all stores customers

Northeast Ohio Weddings Magazine

We believe that EVERYONE getting married should be fully, joyously celebrated, so jump in and enjoy!

Position – (Remote) Graphic Design Intern
Cleveland, OH | January – April 2021

• Gathered materials, then designed assigned spreads for Spring/Summer 2021 issue
• Collaborated with copywriters to find resources for articles and inspirational words to develop the layouts
• Created a social media sponsors campaign for the upcoming bridal show on Instagram

Nova Corp Group

Position – (remote) – Graphic Design Intern

Miami, Florida| January – May 2021

Graphic Design Intern

Created ad designs using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign according to the client’s request

Respected brands’ pre-existing guidelines, while gathering materials and designing layouts

Saint Louis Art Fair

Position – (Remote) Freelance Graphic Designer
Clayton, MO | September – October 2019

• Designed the layout of the 2019 report summary using the previously developed theme by utilizing gathered assets and Adobe Suite

Position – Graphic Design Intern
Clayton, MO | May – September 2019

• Developed 2019 art fair visual aesthetic using inspiration from the artist participating at the fair and designed all print media used during the fair weekend
• Established the printing specifications and coordinated with the externals printers