Kristi Bolling

Creative Problem Solver | Graphic Designer | MacGyver of Design

Turning complex ideas into engaging visuals across digital, print, and multimedia with precision and flair

Versatile Designer with a Flair for Problem-Solving

Hi, I'm Kristi. I'm a versatile graphic designer with over seven years of experience leading creative projects across digital, print, and multimedia platforms. You can think of me as the "MacGyver" of design. Whether I'm building a campaign from scratch, collaborating with teams across different media, or ensuring projects meet tight deadlines, I always find a way to deliver impactful solutions.

I excel at transforming complex ideas into engaging visuals that not only look great but also resonate with target audiences. From branding and campaigns to social media and web design, I thrive in dynamic environments where I can be creative and solve problems on the fly. My expertise with tools like Illustrator, Photoshop, and Figma ensures that I'm always ready to adapt to whatever the project demands, just like MacGyver.

Portfolio

Metal Sales mockup

Metal Sales Manufacturing Corp.

  • E-Commerce website redesign of a 100+ website down to 52 pages

  • Web designer
    UX/UI
    Researcher

  • Photoshop
    Adobe XD
    Ilustrator

Sure Roofing logo and branding

Sure Roofing
Exteriors

  • Logo and branding

  • Logo designer
    Graphic designer

  • Sketchbook and pencil
    Illustrator
    InDesign
    Photoshop

White Wilderness mockup

White
Wilderness

  • Website design

  • Web designer
    UX/UI

  • Adobe XD
    Illustrator

Bringing Bold Ideas to Life:
A Designer Who Knows How to Think Outside the Box

Grab a drink and relax—let's dive into my design experience.

Education

II graduated from the Creative Center of Fine Arts and Design in Omaha, NE, where I completed a three-year program in just two years to earn my associate's degree. I then went on to earn my bachelor's degree, finishing both with flying colors, and was honored to be the valedictorian for both degrees. Additionally, I completed a summer training program with Dale Carnegie in 2017.

Experience and Skills

Since I crossed the graduation stage in 2018, I've had the pleasure of working at two marketing agencies, a sign shop, and diving into the freelance pool. I'm well-versed in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, and Premiere Pro, and I have also taught myself Figma and ON1. I collaborated with marketing and developers to create processes that streamlined the workflow—and connected with the content team for easier input into projects. Whether it's storyboarding for Doodly ads or designing trade booths for shows, I keep my creativity flowing. My toolkit also includes WordPress, Canva, Asana, PowerPoint, Google Slides, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Acrobat, and I'm comfortable jumping between both Windows and Mac systems.

Client Experience

Every client is a unique gem! I kick off each project by diving into their brand, getting to know their competitors, and asking the right questions about what has and hasn't worked in the past. I research references realted to the client's vision for the project; ensuring we're on the same wavelength, leading to a seamless project flow.

Remote or In-House

I’m comfortable working both remotely and in-house. Each has its own perks, and I’m adaptable to whichever setting is needed.

Willing to Relocate

I'm open to relocation—I'm always excited to explore new places and meet new people.

Check out my résumé to learn more about my journey!

  • I have personally witnessed Kristi complete excellent designs for customers. Over the years I've known Kristi, her professional development has taken leaps and bounds to where she excels not only on small to medium size projects, but enterprise level projects as well. From training in new designers to delivering high quality designs, Kristi always meets the unique challenges of each project.

    Mike Poaletti

  • I've worked with Kristi for over two years now. One thing I can say about Kristi is that, without fail, she has a unique quality to put her head down and dive into her work. Even on those long lasting, tough-client projects, she keeps her focus and gets the job done with a never ending positive attitude. She is a true team-player. On top of managing that heavy workload, she continues to grow and learn as a designer - refining her skills and expanding her knowledge every day.

    BJ Fite

  • I have seen Kristi grow and develop over the years as a designer. Her confidence and skills keep growing as she continually works to improve and develop both personally and professionally. I would highly recommend her to any company or organization that is looking for an individual with a growth mindset and a strong skill set.

    Beth Chapman