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Ryan C. 

Karp.

Digital Designer

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.

01 PROFESSIONAL

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

PRINT DESIGN

95%

 CAD PROFICIENCY

95%

EMAIL & WEB D

WIX & OTHER CMS

HTML & CSS

PHOTOSHOP

ILLUSTRATOR

PHOTO & EDITING

DESIGN

90%

90%

90%

95%

95%

80%

100%

PROFESSIONAL 

02 PORTFOLIO

03 Experience

2023-2024

Peter Troost Monument Co.

CAD Designer

Precision CAD models to create high-quality, custom memorials that honored cultural, religious, and personal preferences, serving 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.

2011-2014

InfoCurrent/OnPoint - Govt. Contractor

Web Developer / Designer

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

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 models and comprehensive technical blueprints for desination builds.

2020-2022

Sterling Spring

Tooling Production Engineer

Design and production of machine generated metal springs and wire assembly (CNC)
Production assembly and repair of toolings based on Computer Aided. Project Management and client relations.

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. 

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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