Nikki
Zabel
I’ve been in the design game for 5+ years specializing in web, digital advertising, and print. I have worked with clients like AARP, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, Kodiak Cakes, Habitat for Humanity, and various state agencies. I am an innovative team player and enjoy collaborating across departments.
When I’m not creating things, I like to strap a board to my feet and slide through the snow. If there is no snow around, ill slide across the pavement or walk or something.
EXPERIENCE
December 2021 -Present
Kodiak Cakes
Translate the Kodiak brand and design strategy into compelling content for the online and digital space (landing pages, blog, email, social media, and digital ads).
- Develop design elements for Kodiak and retailer websites and social media.
- Provide design direction on video bumpers, type, transitions, and branding.
- Help design and assemble document templates, sales materials, branded items, presentations slides, etc.
July 2020 - January 2022
Mountain Land Physical Therapy
Create new and reimagine existing design materials from concept through print production and delivery including print and digital advertising, web design, UI, signage, and packaging design.
- Manage branding and content for multiple national-level medical summits.
Record, produce, and release multiple podcasts focused on Women’s Health and Running Medicine.
Manage design requests from 40+ clinics across the Western United States.
Directly assist the Director of Marketing in all other aspects of marketing department functions as needed.
March 2019 -Present
Sacramento News & Review
- Design, edit and finalize custom publication layouts for N&R Publications division of News & Review.
Design & edit advertorials for three weekly alternative magazines: Sacramento News & Review, Reno News & Review and Chico News & Review.
Work with editors, writers, and sales staff to ensure all designs match a cohesive voice for the client.
February 2016 - March 2019
O.C. Communications
Developed marketing and communication strategies under the Director of Marketing and C.E.O.
Designed & managed social media campaigns
and newsletters.Managed company website updates & maintenance.
EDUCATION
2017 - 2019
Sacramento City College
Certificate of Completion – Design & Digital Media
Certificate of Completion – Graphic Design
Certificate of Completion – UI/Web Design
2010 - 2013
University of Nevada - Reno
Earned 50 credits towards a B.A. in Journalism
2006 - 2010
La Jolla High School
H.S. Diploma