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Kristin Kodenski

Creative Director | Marketing Strategist | Wix Partner
Dagsboro, DE • kristin@midnightdesign.net • midnightdesign.netBook a Consultation

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Creative marketing leader with over 25 years of experience in branding, digital marketing, print production, and omnichannel strategy. Founder of Midnight Design and Promos LLC and certified Wix Partner, specializing in SEO, geofence marketing, direct mail, and promotional branding. Proven track record working with nonprofits, political organizations, small businesses, and national associations.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE​​

 

Midnight Design and Promos LLC — Founder & Creative Directo                                                                          Dagsboro, DE | 2013–Present
 

Founded full-service creative agency offering branding, digital, and print solutions. Oversee marketing strategy, creative direction, and client success. Lead a team of contractors and interns to deliver customized services across multiple industries.

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Key Services:

  • SEO Strategy, Content Development, and Analytics

  • Geofence & Omni Channel Marketing

  • Branding, Identity Systems, Logo Design

  • Direct Mail, Signage, Email Marketing

  • Wix Website Design & Maintenance

  • Social Media Management & Ad Campaigns

  • Promotional Products & Apparel

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Clients:
Sussex County GOP, First State Freedom Store, 38th/39th/41st/28th/4th District Republican Clubs, Institute on the Constitution, Anita West-Werner, Brenda Mennella, Neil Parrott, LaToya Nkongolo, Colonial Republicans, Connects360, Let’s Do Linens,  Renove Medical Spa, Sea Barre, National Geographic, Juvenescense, Insulite Health, Hashimoto Institute, ISSA, The Dog House, Hopkins View, GBMC, Compassionate Healthcare Nursing Services  and many others.

 

Custom Print Now— Pre-Media Director                                                                                                                             
Columbia, MD | 2010–2013

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Directed marketing and digital solutions for four divisions (PrintNOW, PremiumNOW, BooksNOW, xMediaNOW). Specialized in Web-to-Print services and online fundraising innovations for nonprofits.

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Key Services:

  • Customer Asset Management & W2P Template Design

  • Cross-Media Campaign Development

  • Web Development & UI Design

  • Direct Mail, Signage, and Ad Specialty Sales

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Notable Clients:
American Diabetes Association, Habitat for Humanity, Autism Speaks, BBYO, Villanova University, AAA, Pandora, PowerBlendz, American Wildlife Foundation, Rider Insurance, Three Dog Logistics, Novo Beads

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Impact:

  • Developed a donor greeting card platform for Habitat, saving $48K and resolving donor delivery issues

  • Oversaw launch of ADA's Wedding Favor site, producing 1.5M favors and earning a 300% ROI

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Midnight Design Inc.  — Owner / Creative Consultant                                                                                                Towson, MD | 2000–2010

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Evolved from freelance to full-service studio. Managed all aspects of branding, print, web, and direct response marketing.

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Key Services:

  • Branding, Collateral & Advertising Design

  • Web Development 

  • Event Design & On-Site Production

  • Voice/Fax Broadcasting for Associations

  • Direct Mail & Donor Retention Campaigns

  • Real Estate Marketing

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Clients:
Allterra Group (Valuation Expo), Dennis Marketing Group, UMUC, Kids Wish Network, National Troopers Coalition, Delaware State Troopers Association, Shelter Group,  RLA Management, MMHA, DHMH, Center For Infant and Child Loss, GBMC, Weymouth Realty, Long Foster, Century 21, Realty World, Dregier and Associates, William Douglas Homes, CGC Builders, Markham View, ITI Construction, Exhibit Promotions Plus, Tint Man of Maryland, Mail~Rite, 

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Impact:

  • Built and managed AppraisalBuzz e-zine for 10+ years, scaling audience to 45,000 and managing expos across the U.S.

  • Created personalized fundraising series for Dennis Marketing Group boosting average donor gift from $20 to $40

 

Axiom Communications — Graphic & Web Designer                                                                                                  Baltimore, MD | 1996–2000

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Key Services:

  • Identity & Marketing Collateral

  • Direct Mail & Advertising Design

  • Website Layout & Banner Ads

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Clients:
First USA Bank, Bloomberg, Bank Marketing Associates, PSCU, Salvation Army, Verizon Wireless

 

EDUCATION

 

Syracuse University

College of Visual & Performing Arts
B.A. Communication Design

 

Maryland Institute of Art

Continuing Studies
 

AWARDS

 

Nominated Baltimore Addy Awards
Video/Film Animation or Special Effects
Client: UNISYS PeopleSoft – Title: “Job Skills”
Art Director and Animator

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SKILLS

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