Hey, I’m Amara!

Let me start by helping you pronounce my name correctly. It sounds like “camera” without the “c.” So nice to meet you!

A Northern California native from the heart of Silicon Valley, I have over 25 years of experience as a Marketing / Graphic Designer and have had the privilege of working for some of the most prestigious companies out there.

I am currently working full-time for a global tech/IT consulting company
on their marketing team, as well as freelancing in my spare time. I love the ability to create and design as a career and making others shine through my various design projects.

In addition to being a wife and dog mom to two crazy pups, I love spending time with friends, exploring new places, and spending time volunteering to bring love and encouragement to the community. I am also a foodie who loves trying new restaurants and cuisines!

In a Nutshell

I am an accomplished Marketing Designer/Graphic Artist proficient on both Macintosh and PC platforms. I’m a visual problem solver and a quick hands-on learner who is able to pivot in fast-paced environments. I am collaborative, attentive, detailed, reliable, and a master multi-tasker. Personally, I’m very friendly and get along with just about any personality. I work well individually and as a team-player.

Skillset:

  • Layout and production

  • PowerPoint/Google Slide/Keynote decks and templates

  • Technical/white papers, data-sheets, one-pagers, reports, guides, programs, catalogs, brochures, etc.

  • Social media campaign ads and banners, website and landing page graphics

  • Illustrations, infographics, technical drawings, and iconography

  • Brand guidelines and assets

  • Event collateral and expo booth design, pop-ups, posters, etc.

  • Email marketing and newsletters

  • Planograms

  • Logos, brand identity

  • Digital asset management (DAM)

  • Swag (T-shirts, mousepads, napkins, pens, hats, etc.)

  • Book cover design

  • Advertisements (magazine, social media, programs)

  • Packaging design

Software Experience:

  • Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Creative Cloud, Fireworks, Acrobat, Lightroom

  • Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint,
    Excel, Publisher, Outlook

  • Other: Google Slides & Docs, Canva, Figma, Emailify, Mailchimp, Wordpress, Keynote, Pages, Confluence, Asana, Jira, basic Quickbooks

Why me?

What sets me apart?

My power word is “pivot.”

Portfolio

Cprime - Marketing Design, Generalist
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What People are Saying…

…"Amara plays a pivotal role in governing brand consistency across our delivery and sales teams. Her commitment to our brand's vision and her meticulous approach to design are instrumental in unifying our visual identity. Amara's readiness to collaborate and assist others sets her apart. She is always willing to lend her knowledge and creativity to various projects, making her an invaluable asset to the team. Her collaborative spirit not only enhances the quality of our work but also fosters a positive and inclusive team environment.

Amara was a key asset in the launch of our master brand guides for Cprime. Additionally, her involvement in major flagship event production was extremely helpful. She is deadline driven and never lets the ball drop. She also played a crucial role in enabling our entire sales team to leverage a massive pitch deck, which significantly drove revenue and helped close deals."

Madeline Streicher, Brand Manager

"While working with Amara (for almost two years) she has become an efficient, creative, and responsible artist. Her ability to quickly learn and advance her skill-set, makes her a true asset to every project that she's a part of. She is also a kind, generous, and fun person to be around. Needless to say, I highly recommend Amara, not only as a colleague, but as a friend."

David Embrey, Graphic Designer

"Amara is a team player who excels in collaboration, offering valuable insights and ideas that have consistently improved our presentations during client calls. I can always rely on her to deliver high-quality work and meet deadlines even in high-pressure situations. Her creativity, strategic thinking, and commitment to delivering results have been invaluable to our success."

Jamie Zheng, Senior Delivery Operations

“I wholeheartedly recommend Amara for any position that requires creativity and collaboration. We have worked together as members of an employee-led DEI initiative at Cprime since 2022, and I’ve seen firsthand that she is a team player who excels in relationship-building and maintaining a positive atmosphere. Beyond her grace and kindness, she's the type to enthusiastically say "yes" to almost any idea. What sets her apart is not just approval but active involvement in execution, offering support and reflective insights to enhance outcomes and drive continuous improvement. Her versatile and collaborative approach, coupled with her passionate, creative spirit, makes her a uniquely valuable asset to any team dynamic.”

Alicia Hatmaker,
Learning Engagement Manager

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