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Graphic Shapes
Digital Designer

Ryan C. 
Karp.

I'm a designer who thrives at the intersection of creativity and technical detail. My passion for CAD, Graphics and Jewelry Design fuels my ability to craft unique solutions that not only look great but also drive real impact.

Laptop and Mouse

01 PROFESSIONAL

WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE
Continued education is the key to success.

PRINT DESIGN

95%

 CAD PROFICIENCY

95%

EMAIL & WEBSITE

WIX & OTHER CMS

HTML & CSS

PHOTOSHOP

ILLUSTRATOR

PHOTO & EDITING

DESIGN

90%

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PROFESSIONAL 
Mountain to Climb

02 PORTFOLIO

03 Experience

2023-2024

Peter Troost Monument Co.

CAD Designer

As a CAD designer for a leading national monument and memorial provider, I crafted precision CAD models and operated CNC machine to create high-quality stencils for memorials. My role involved refining designs to meet client (and often cultural and religious) needs and production constraints, contributing to a wide range of memorial products for a diverse clientele nationwide.

2015-2020

Cornerstone Jewelry

Jewelry Designer / GM

Creating stunning hand-drawn and CAD developed Jewelry & Keepsakes. Managing day-to-day operations at two stores and design/repair of a multitude of pieces. Handled strategy and rollout of online marketing and print design.

2011-2014

InfoCurrent/OnPoint - Govt. Contractor

Web Developer / Designer

Created and maintained a government agencies intranet with time-sensitive postings in section 508 compliance.

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2025-2026

STAR Incorporated

CAD Detailer

Managed the design-to-build lifecycle for large scale event and installment structures, collating specifications into high-fidelity 3D CAD models and comprehensive technical blueprints for desination builds.

2020-2022

Sterling Spring

Tooling Designer

​As a Tooling Designer, I planned and fabricated custom manual and automated tool and die systems for the custom production of precision metal parts and springs Leveraging CAD/CAM software, CNC, machining, and micro-precision measurement techniques, I ensured adherence to aerospace / government tolerances.

2014-2015

United Social Sports

Marketing & Events Coordinator

Manage marketing team, partner relations, sales and events. Planned and designed ad strategy, social media, direct mail, video and email marketing

2007-2011

Intelligent Solutions, Inc.

Marketing Design Manager

Managing all marketing and design including web, print, social media, eCommerce, video development, and SEO for internal proprietary software. In addition I created identity packages, illustrations and logos for over 50 clientele.

EXPERIENCE
PORTFOLIO
CONTACT

Please, contact me using this form or via the phone number listed below. I typically answer within 24 hours M-F. 

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E: ryan.c.karp@gmail.com

P: 815-545-8573

Thanks for reaching out! I look forward to talking to you soon.

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