Graphic Design

Communication Strategy

Creative Team Leadership

I am a multi-media designer and creative team leader with over 18 years of experience turning innovative ideas into purposeful art. I collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop designs and brand strategies that deliver results.

What I love to do

Build powerful brands that sustain competitive advantage and revenue growth across non-profit and for-profit organizations.

Create attractive visuals combined with insightful content throughout print, web, app development, photography, illustration and beyond.

Drive successful marketing and branding initiatives such as e-commerce product sales, philanthropic campaigns and promotional events.

I am available now for freelance contracts and working fully remote from my home office in Portland, OR. I am currently employed by The Scripps Research Institute, Department of Marketing and Communications.

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creative services to inspire passion, incite action and propel change

SERVICES

I rally creative teams around meeting project goals. I can find the talent that is perfect for completing the project objective and keep them motivated to produce their best work. Be it for executives, sales reps, product developers, or philanthropic directors, I am able to deliver visual media growth strategies that address the nuanced requirements specific to the client.

Is your brand just beginning or does it need help transitioning into a fresh look and feel? I can walk you through the brand creation process and help you identify your business’ competitive edge. I am equally thrilled to run with the torch and take your established brand to a new level of success. I will organize your media presentation and guide your team to a more unified visual identity that truly represents your strengths.

I am energized by working with a team to develop new campaign ideas. Materializing media goals, timeline and budget are a few of my strengths. I love the process and my focus is to take your campaign goals and bring them to life with meaningful graphics that make an impact.

Let’s take your brand’s vision and make it easy for your users to understand through an intuitive web interface. Responsive, simple, lively content that people can consume on any device is my jam.

Print is not dead. Clients or donors love an elegantly designed take-away piece like a magazine, brochure, postcard or booklet. There is a unique strength that I can bring to your story through a beautifully designed print piece. The tactile power of print will influence your readers and bolster your brand.

I live to find your target audience, empower them with ways to get involved and convert their interests into revenue. By studying response analytics, I build audience segmentation that ensures only the most relevant content is delivered. I create branded email templates that are easy for novice team members to use. I can help end any frustration you may have with email communications.

What started as an interest has grown into an integral part of my designs. I have experience shooting a range of different subjects from the sidelines of NCAA basketball games to in-studio portraiture and architecture, as well as, event photography.

Hosting events is an essential part of raising brand awareness. I offer a full-service approach to event promotion that includes: designing invitations and websites, targeting potential attendees through social media posts and developing easy-to-use RSVP/ticket sale interfaces. I create an overall look and feel to the event that can be carried through signage, sponsor solicitations, programs and stage design. I have extensive experience in collaborating with vendors in the fields of catering, equipment rental and audio/visual production.

visual storytelling with strategy and purpose

TESTIMONIES

"I've been impressed by Faith's incredible versatility and creativity, often in high-pressure situations. As a team leader, she provides the motivation and structure to achieve ambitious goals, while also inspiring other creatives to think outside the box and bring fresh ideas to life."

Kelly Quigley
VP at Finn Partners, Global Marketing Agency

Faith Keala Hark, graphic design, communication stradegy, creative team lead

2021-09-14T21:39:23+00:00

"I've been impressed by Faith's incredible versatility and creativity, often in high-pressure situations. As a team leader, she provides the motivation and structure to achieve ambitious goals, while also inspiring other creatives to think outside the box and bring fresh ideas to life." Kelly Quigley VP at Finn Partners, Global Marketing Agency

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"Faith is very creative and motivated. I watched her grow beyond being a graphic designer into someone who can provide effective creative direction and creative project management. But equally important, Faith is simply a joy to work with."

Dave Woods
Brand Strategist & Customer Experience (CX/UX) Designer, Deedub, Inc.

Faith Keala Hark, graphic design, communication stradegy, creative team lead

2018-05-17T17:20:44+00:00

"Faith is very creative and motivated. I watched her grow beyond being a graphic designer into someone who can provide effective creative direction and creative project management. But equally important, Faith is simply a joy to work with." Dave WoodsBrand Strategist & Customer Experience (CX/UX) Designer, Deedub, Inc.

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"I worked with Faith on several projects ranging from research/business pitch materials to new organizational roll-outs. She brought her intuitive talent to each new project- identifying the right scope, incorporating our ideas but perfecting them, and delivering an outstanding and timely work product."

Matthew Tremblay
COO, Scripps Research

Faith Keala Hark, graphic design, communication stradegy, creative team lead

2018-03-16T00:06:10+00:00

"I worked with Faith on several projects ranging from research/business pitch materials to new organizational roll-outs. She brought her intuitive talent to each new project- identifying the right scope, incorporating our ideas but perfecting them, and delivering an outstanding and timely work product." Matthew TremblayCOO, Scripps Research

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"Faith is remarkable at what she does...being able to represent the unique identity of her clients visually. Faith captured my brand perfectly and I receive not only the best clients, but consistently positive feedback about the visual quality and clarity of my site."

Elise Boggs
CEO, Boggs Leadership Consulting

Faith Keala Hark, graphic design, communication stradegy, creative team lead

2018-05-17T17:02:58+00:00

"Faith is remarkable at what she does...being able to represent the unique identity of her clients visually. Faith captured my brand perfectly and I receive not only the best clients, but consistently positive feedback about the visual quality and clarity of my site." Elise BoggsCEO, Boggs Leadership Consulting

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"Faith is an outstanding designer. She has an ability to assess a project and client and design in a way that is sophisticated and appropriate for each different need. She also takes initiative and manages projects with enthusiasm. Faith was a pleasure to work with."

Greg Block
Partner at ThreeSixty Public Strategies

Faith Keala Hark, graphic design, communication stradegy, creative team lead

2018-03-16T00:09:08+00:00

"Faith is an outstanding designer. She has an ability to assess a project and client and design in a way that is sophisticated and appropriate for each different need. She also takes initiative and manages projects with enthusiasm. Faith was a pleasure to work with." Greg BlockPartner at ThreeSixty Public Strategies

https://faithkealadesign.com/wp/testimonials/greg-block/

"Faith is a talented designer who effectively translates messages to art. She helped elevate the image and branding of Cal State San Marcos during her tenure. From collateral pieces to photography to web design, Faith has the expertise to get the job done!"

Cathy Baur
Former VP of Philanthropy, Cal State San Marcos

Faith Keala Hark, graphic design, communication stradegy, creative team lead

2018-03-16T00:02:45+00:00

"Faith is a talented designer who effectively translates messages to art. She helped elevate the image and branding of Cal State San Marcos during her tenure. From collateral pieces to photography to web design, Faith has the expertise to get the job done!" Cathy BaurFormer VP of Philanthropy, Cal State San Marcos

https://faithkealadesign.com/wp/testimonials/cathy-baur/

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Faith Keala Hark, graphic design, communication stradegy, creative team lead