# Tim Haffner > Thoughtful Design, Meaningful Impact | Strategy for UX, Product, Brand, and Communication Location: Concord, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/timhaffner I am an accomplished creative problem solver who believes in the positive impact of good design. With a strong foundation in UX, product, and brand design, I implement strategic marketing and design solutions that drive meaningful results. My approach is built on solving complex problems through proactive collaboration, tactful communication, and a constant curiosity. I bring a keen eye for detail, paired with unyielding persistence and a deep belief in the power of design to improve both products and experiences. Whether leading cross-functional teams, refining user interfaces, or aligning brand strategies, I am focused on delivering work that is purposeful and impactful. ## Work Experience ### Marketing Manager @ Bomac's Locksmiths Jan 2024 – Present | Walnut Creek, California, United States ### Graphic Designer @ Freelance Jan 2019 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area Telling better stories by working with clients to produce excellent social media assets, landing pages, posters, and a wide array of other digital and print materials. Featured clients: Performing Arts Cultural Exchange, NorthCreek Books & Cafe, Rooted Software. ### Graphic Designer @ Warwick Investment Group Jan 2021 – Jan 2024 Building and maintaining brand standards and templates for a library of PowerPoint presentations. Project managing and designing a variety of other deliverables including brochures, web images, wireframes, post cards, business cards, and additional branding projects. ### Graphic Designer @ Perception Real Estate Group, Inc. Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | San Francisco Bay Area Developing print & digital materials for various local business campaigns. Flyers, maps, social media posts, business cards, brochures. Perception Real Estate & Team Blue Sky Events ### UX/UI Design Lead @ Rhizome Systems Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | San Francisco Bay Area Expanding services and increasing efficiency for a world class consultancy by developing UX/UI for a premier business intelligence system. Consulting with founder to set production and design goals. Directing and executing UX/UI and front-end development projects. ### Creative Director @ Project Black Adder Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 | Walnut Creek, California Increasing startup value by providing creative direction for marketing, branding, and UX/UI design efforts. ### Graphic Designer @ Graduate Theological Union Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Berkeley, California Advanced brand awareness by creating a system of promotional and informational collateral for a series of public programs and events. (Web banners, social media assets, program templates, etc.) ### Graphic Designer @ Residential Real Estate Council Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Chicago, Illinois Supported marketing team objectives by building targeted email marketing campaigns and providing art direction. Boosted public image by designing tradeshow booths and accompanying materials for several national conferences. Clarified communication by creating and updating polished presentations for executives and stakeholders. ### Graphic Designer @ Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 | Greater Chicago Area Telling better stories by working with clients to produce excellent social media assets, landing pages, posters, and a wide array of other digital and print materials. Featured Clients: JLL, The Moody Church, Twenty Four 7 ### Graphic Designer @ City of San Luis Obispo Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | San Luis Obispo, California Area Heightened public budget usability by unifying and updating charts and graphics for a 300+ page budget report. Streamlined office procedures by completing ad hoc clerical and administrative work. ### Graphic Designer @ County of San Luis Obispo Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | San Luis Obispo, California Area Enhanced workplace efficiency and security by creating, compiling, and implementing an ID badge database for 200+ county staff. Promoted public awareness of community workshops by designing coordinated informational materials. Collaborated with executives to develop logo and visual identity for water conservation campaign. ### Brand Consultant @ JoyRun Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | San Luis Obispo, California Area Refined customer experience by providing input related to UX/UI of food delivery mobile app. Promoted area launch by developing content for social media and direct marketing campaigns. ## Education ### Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo Jan 2015 – Jan 2017 ### General Education in Graphic Communications Los Medanos College Jan 2013 – Jan 2015 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haffnergtim - Website: timhaffner.me --- Source: https://flows.cv/timhaffner JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/timhaffner/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-07