Beth Boudin
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About
Hi my name is Beth Boudin and I'm a graphic designer. I specialize in package, print and product design. I really enjoy working with greeting cards, crafts, toys, jewelry and beauty items. I’m a crafter at heart and I love being hands on. I am a real go-getter and I always give 110% because that is the only way I know how. Failure is not an option for me.
My art and design skills span further than the computer keyboard. I have the ability to be good with a pencil, a paintbrush, and a camera. I love hands on projects and crafts. Watch out Martha Stewart!
By being in sports my whole life, I have become a great leader and team player. I have also learned how to handle pressure and what to do when deadlines have me pinned to the wall. What can I say, my dad wanted a boy to follow in his athletic shoes but he ended up with me and turned me into a quad-sport athletic machine.
Specialties: vector, illustration, graphic design, product design, package design, toy design, print, layout, greeting cards, jewelry, beauty, painting, drawing, sewing, design -
Education
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BA Graphic DesignThe Illinois Institute of Art — Schaumburg2006 - 2008
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DiplomaByron High School2002 - 2006
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Experience
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Freelance DesignerSelf EmployedMay 2008 - Present (18 years 2 months)
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Senior Packaging DesignerSchaumburg, ILMay 2019 - Jan 2023 (3 years 8 months)Updated existing branding and packaging to a clean modern look with a brand new style guide and color palette. Created dielines for packaging and displays. Worked and directed photoshoots with models. Worked closely with overseas manufacturing and local printers. Mocked up samples for meetings and toy fairs.
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Graphic DesignerNiles, ILMar 2015 - Jul 2018 (3 years 4 months)Designed new packaging for Springfield Dolls Collection and BU-tiful Dolls Collection. Also designed branding and packaging for brand new activity kit and craft lines.
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Graphic DesignerWoodstock, ILOct 2014 - Mar 2015 (5 months)Designed packaging, product, signage, instruction manuals and displays for Bluetooth wireless products. I worked directly with photographers and overseas vendors.
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Package DesignerStrongsville, OHJun 2012 - Aug 2014 (2 years 2 months)Designed eye-catching packaging for art and craft products. Worked directly with photographers to set-up and organize photoshoots with models and products so I could apply images to final packaging. Worked closely with buyers, clients, and overseas manufacturing.
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Senior Graphic DesignerWoodstock, ILSep 2008 - Jun 2012 (3 years 9 months)SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER (January 2012 – June 2012)
■ Created original product and packaging concepts, managed junior designers, and assumed responsibility for licensor approvals and timelines. Was the lead product and package designer for the relaunch of the Mr. Bubble® brand in 2012. Worked and directed photoshoots with models and products. Worked closely with overseas manufacturing.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER (March 2009 – December 2011)
■ Developed products such as toys, publication, and games for age groups that range from infant to tween which was followed by package design and some marketing. Products are sold worldwide and in hundreds on stores. Worked and directed photoshoots with models and products. Mocked up samples for meetings and toy fairs around the world.
GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN (September 2008 – February 2009)
■ Worked with fellow designers on product and package designs. Helped with photoshoots of both model and products. Mocked up samples for meetings and toy fairs. As a graphic design intern, I was fortunate enough to be very hands on with design, photography, and meetings. -
Freelance Graphic DesignerNiles, ILJan 2011 - Jun 2012 (1 year 5 months)Developed kid-friendly craft products followed by stylish, modern packaging. Worked with fellow designers on projects. Products are sold worldwide and in hundreds of stores.
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Freelance Graphic DesignerTamTam Design StudioChicago, ILJul 2009 - Aug 2009 (1 month)Responsible for designing new layouts for holiday greeting cards.
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Awards
October 2015
Dr. Toy's Award Winner: 10 Best Children's Toys
For BU-tiful Dolls Product & Package Design
January 2014
Tillywig Award Winner: Toys & Games "BEST CREATIVE FUN"
For PomTree / Stuck On Fun Twinkle Top Treehouse Product & Package Design
2014 Creative Child Magazine Winner: Creative Play of the Year Award
For PomTree / Stuck On Fun Package Design
November 2013
Family Choice Award Winner: Children and Parenting Products
For PomTree / Stuck On Fun Product & Package Design
2013 GDUSA Magazine: American Graphic Design Award Winner
For PomTree / Stuck On Fun Package Design
Spring 2012
Tillywig Award Winners: Toys & Games "TOP FUN"
For Mr. Bubble Tub Monsters Product & Package Design
Spring 2012
Tillywig Award Winners: Toys & Games "STERLING FUN"
For Mr. Bubble Ice Cream Shoppe Product & Package Design
December 2008
Dean's List Academic Awards & Honor Roll
June 2008
Nominated for the Steven Kolton Award
The Illinois Institute of Art — Schaumburg
June 2008
Nominated for the Dean's Leadership Award
The Illinois Institute of Art — Schaumburg
December 2006
Joyce Brewer Award Recipient
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Affiliations
AIGA - Professional Association for Design, Visual Voltage - The AIGA Student
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On Coroflot@BethBoudin, member since 2009
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