Gabriela Quist

About Gabriela Quist

I\'m a Graphic Designer and creative with the passion of storytelling. With over 8 years of experience in Design I have had the opportunity to work with thousands of clients to bring their vision to life. Design has the power to evoke emotions and push boundaries, I\'m always looking for new ways to take it to the next level. Having a BA in Arts & Letters, complemented by a minor in Art Practice and a double major in Communication and Media Studies from Portland State University, my educational foundation bolsters my creative approach. As a Graphic Designer for Race Forward l support Race Forward\'s Narrative, Communications, and Storytelling Team. I work on creating visual materials to support the organization\'s mission and goals, including logos, marketing materials, website designs, and social media content. Let\'s Connect, G

Experience

1. Graphic Designer

   Race Forward

   Jan 2025 — Present

   I work directly with the Narrative, Communications & Storytelling team to create visual assets for Race Forward\'s programs, products, events, and campaigns that depict Race Forward\'s mission and vision.I support the design of materials including social media graphics, publication layout, online and in-person event necessities such as environmental graphics (signage and banners), web platform graphics, and products that reflect the images and identities of Race Forward and its divisions - the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE), Federal Initiative to Govern for Racial Equity (FIRE), Honest Education Action & Leadership (H.E.A.L.) Together, and Colorlines.I collaborate closely with team members, Race Forward staff across departments, and external partners to craft designs that effectively reach specific audiences.I Assist in finding and optimizing quality images for a variety of design projects.Research and liaise with socially responsible production vendors.I carry projects through production and delivery phases.I Manage digital assets on file servers.

Education

• Portland State University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Communication and Media Studies Minor in Art Practice

• Loara High School

  High School Diploma

  2012 — 2016

• Fullerton College

  Associate of Arts - AA, Communication and Media Studies

  2016 — 2017

• Portland Community College

  Associate of Arts - AA, Transfer

  2016 — 2018

• Portland State University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Arts & Letters