Lauren Nicholson

Lauren Nicholson has a diverse range of work experience in the field of graphic design. Lauren currently works as an Art Director at ADG Creative, a position they have held since 2021. Prior to this, Lauren worked at VIVA Creative as an Art Director, where they managed project budgets for Fortune 500 clients and was responsible for virtual event space design and micro-site creation. Lauren also worked as a Senior Graphic Designer at VIVA Creative, where they provided live show management, graphic support, and produced custom branding and illustration styles for clients.

Before their time at VIVA Creative, Lauren was a Senior Graphic Design Specialist at the National Science Foundation (NSF). In this role, they produced info-graphics and original illustrations to visually represent program information. Lauren also created brochures, flyers, and other digital/print materials to motivate employees.

Lauren's earliest work experience was at Whole Foods Market, where they held multiple roles. As a Mid-Atlantic Regional Graphic Designer, they designed collateral for over 50 stores and crafted branded illustrations. Lauren also served as the Regional Hiring Lead, overseeing the recruitment and training of Store Graphic Artists. Prior to this, they worked as a Lead Graphic Artist, collaborating with department leads to create display plans and promoting events through on-brand signage.

Overall, Lauren Nicholson has demonstrated their expertise in graphic design through various roles, showcasing their ability to manage budgets, create compelling graphics, and collaborate with creative teams.

Lauren Nicholson's education history begins with their high school education at Riverdell High School, although the specific dates of attendance are not provided. Following this, Lauren attended Montclair State University from 2003 to 2008, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Studio Art. In 2010, they briefly attended the Fashion Institute of Technology, where they obtained a certification in Adobe Illustrator with a focus on Illustration. In terms of additional certifications, Lauren obtained an Interaction Design: Interface certification from LinkedIn in March 2020.