KIRSTEN THOMPSON
GRAPHIC DESIGN | ART DIRECTION
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Designed for All Ages
Vibrant and engaging layout and design, characterized by vivid colors, lively illustrations, and eye-catching images, create an award-winning, family-friendly reading experience that appeals to readers of all ages.
KIDS VT
Art Direction, Editorial Design, Digital Design and Production, Advertising Design
Creating Ephemera for Fans
Hoping to reflect the enchanting essence of the beloved illustrator and author, the museum’s exhibit materials and environmental graphics were thoughtfully designed to bring joy to her fans and do justice to her captivating legacy.
TASHA TUDOR MUSEUM
Art Direction, Exhibit Design, Print Design, Publication Design, Direct Mail, Logo Identity
Bread & Butter
Design of weekly alternative newspaper demands adhering to tight deadlines, strict attention to details, and brand standards while making things a bit unconventional and always eye-catching. I got some covers — but mainly focused on the calendar, art and food section
SEVEN DAYS
Editorial Design, Digital Production,
Print and Web Advertising Design
Branded Collectibles
Through thoughtfully designed products and packaging, the cherished aesthetics of renowned children’s book illustrator, author, and simple-living lifestyle icon are preserved and shared with fans, ensuring a continuation of her legacy and granting them a tangible piece of her enchanting world
TASHA TUDOR & FAMILY
Packaging Design, Print Design,
Book Design, Pattern Design
Bienvenue to You
Stunning photography, creative layouts, and engaging articles, BTV: The Burlington International Airport Quarterly highlights Vermont’s unique recreational, cultural, and dining scenes throughout the seasons, presented in both English and French to cater to Québécois visitors
BTV
Lead Design and Production,
Print and Web Advertising Design
Hope in the Time of Covid
A fun, clean design, and inspirational photography reveal Vermont’s hidden gems and local attractions in lodging, outdoor recreation, food and drink, and driving destinations, fostering a renewed appreciation for the state’s natural beauty during restricted travel due to the pandemic
STAYTRIPPER
Art Direction, Editorial Design,
Digital Design, Advertising Design
The Young and Engaged
Youthful, bold, and engaging identity, merchandise, print, and digital advertising for the launch of a statewide project aimed at encouraging K-8 students to learn civics and practice the habits of good citizenship
GOOD CITIZEN CHALLENGE
Logo Indity, Icon Design, Merchandise
Design, Advertising Design, Digital Design
Embracing Diversity
Demonstrating adaptability and versatility in the design process, this curated selection of projects highlights the diverse range of past clients and successful graphic solutions that have been created for them — a couple even won awards
MISCELLANEOUS
Advertising Design, Marketing Materials,
Direct Mail, Sell Sheets, Infographics
awards
Third Place
Overall Design and Presentation (Niche Product)
Kids VT
Second Place
Overall Design Print Newspaper
Seven Days
Best Niche Publication
Staytripper
First Place
Special Publication
Kids VT
First Place
2023
NENPA | New England Newspaper & Press Association
2022
NENPA | New England Newspaper & Press Association
AAN | Association of Alternative Newsmedia
2021
First Place
Overall Design Print Newspaper
Seven Days
Third Place
Overall Design and Presentation (Niche Product)
Kids VT
AAN | Association of Alternative Newsmedia
Finalist
Special Section
Staytripper
Finalist
Special Publication
Kids VT
2020
NENPA | New England Newspaper & Press Association
Third Place
Special Section
Staytripper
2018
NENPA | New England Newspaper & Press Association
Overall Design and Presentation
Seven Days
First Place
2017
NENPA | New England Newspaper & Press Association
First Place
Overall Design and Presentation
Seven Days
2012
NEMA | New England Museum Association
Second Place
Annual Publication Award
Tasha Tudor Museum Newsletter
1998
NEDMA | New England Direct Marketing Association
Silver
B2B Integrated Campaign
Sun Microsystems (iPlanet)
Bronze
High-Tech Direct Mail
Sun Microsystems
accolades
Kirsten undertook a number of difficult design assignments that featured and promoted many of (Gillette’s) major grooming brands, such as Gillette for Women Venus and Soft ‘n Dri. As her Design Manager, she made my job incredibly easy by consistently designing strong pieces that were effortlessly embraced by her clients in the Marketing Department. Kirsten is a talented designer, and a true teammate. I would certainly recommend Kirsten to any organization.
Christopher Seremetis
Creative Director | Freelance Branding and Promotion
former Creative Services Manager at Gillette
about
Hi, I'm Kirsten.
As an award-winning graphic designer and art director, I bring over 15 years of experience in creating impactful visuals for print and digital platforms. With a versatile skill set, I've collaborated with the marketing departments of multinational companies, small local business owners, and editorial publications delivering elegant design solutions through strategic creativity. Committed to building strong partnerships and providing top-notch client service, known for excellent communication skills, a knack for vendor interactions, and bringing humor and empathy to every interaction.
A few companies I've worked with*
*My time at Ben & Jerry's was spent scooping and "screaming" - not yet designing anything more than a hot fudge sundae or an ice cream cake.