Gina McKinna

Open to work

Freelance Sr Graphic Designer & Brand Consultant @ Self Employed

Carlsbad Los Angeles (UTC-7) 20 yrs in design

About

I've been a graphic designer for 20 years, helping companies with brand identity, package design, tradeshow art, and everything in between. I started as an in-house designer, working for large companies like Petco and Jack in the Box. 12 years ago I made the leap to freelance, and have never looked back! When I'm not designing, I enjoy mentoring other designers who are curious about freelancing, need guidance in the design workplace, have technical questions with Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, or would benefit from portfolio reviews. I also teach Intro to Package Design online seasonally.

How I can help

I help beginner and mid-level designers navigate common career challenges, like how to break into freelance, pros and cons of freelance, dealing with tricky client situations, and how to level up their portfolios.

Ask me about

Imposter syndrome

Full-time to freelance; portfolios; difficult cl

Not the right mentor for: Portfolio reviews, dealing with difficult clients/bosses, freelancing, passion project assignments for real-world experience.

Expertise

Visual/Brand

Freelancing

Graphic Design

package design