Clara M. Geise
Boise
Summary
Creative designer with a background in graphic design, illustration, and studio arts, passionate about developing playful products, characters, and visual experiences. Experienced in taking ideas from concept sketches to finished creations through 3D modeling, prototyping, painting, and packaging design. Skilled in creating engaging designs that balance storytelling, brand identity, audience appeal, and production needs. Inspired by art toys, collectibles, and the joy of creating products that spark imagination.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer/Illustrator
Salty Bear Adventure
Remote/Boise, ID
11.2025 - Current
- Created original illustrations and graphic concepts for outdoor apparel and accessories, balancing creativity, brand identity, and production requirements.
- Developed clean, scalable vector artwork optimized for manufacturing processes, including screen printing and embroidery.
- Adapted designs based on production feedback, ensuring artwork maintained quality, clarity, and consistency across products.
- Created visual concepts, explored design variations, and prepared final production-ready files.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop creative concepts for product launches.
Graphic Design Intern
Backyard Artists
Remote/Boise, ID
01.2023 - Current
- Developed mock-ups and visual presentations to communicate design concepts
- Created illustrations, typography layouts, and digital assets using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign.
Art Toy Designer — Senior Capstone Project
Boise State University
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed an original collectible art toy from concept to finished product, including character brainstorming, visual development, 3D modeling, fabrication, finishing, and presentation.
- Created sketches, character concepts, and design iterations exploring personality, shape language, and consumer appeal.
- Modeled and prepared a 3D printable toy prototype, refining form, details, and construction through hands-on testing.
- Produced, assembled, painted, and finished the final toy using a combination of digital and traditional techniques.
- Designed custom packaging and branding materials to create a cohesive product experience between the toy and its presentation.
Education
AA - Studio Arts
College of Western Idaho
Boise, ID05-2022
BFA - Graphic Design
Boise State University
Boise05-2026
Skills
- Design software proficiency
- Packaging design
- Branding design
- Visual Branding
- Visual storytelling
- Product development
- Collaborative communication
- Visual storytelling
Websites
Timeline
Art Toy Designer — Senior Capstone Project
Boise State University
01.2026 - 05.2026
Graphic Designer/Illustrator
Salty Bear Adventure
11.2025 - Current
Graphic Design Intern
Backyard Artists
01.2023 - Current
AA - Studio Arts
College of Western Idaho
BFA - Graphic Design
Boise State University