A Decade of Design.

Abby R. Chronister
Web, Print & Brand Design

Who Am I

Design’s My Thing.

Find Out More About Me.

A successful design is based on the client. Not the trends. Not my personal style. Not other designers’ opinions. If a piece meets a client’s vision and needs, that’s a project well done.

At the start of my career, I had my sights set on marketing. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized I didn’t just want to plan the strategy, I wanted to solve the actual problems marketers kept running into. So I pivoted, and earned a BFA in Graphic Design instead.

Ten years later, I’ve worked across pretty much every corner of design you can think of. Websites, branding, print, you name it. I’ve picked up a lot along the way, but the one thing that’s never changed is this: I care more about what works for you than what looks impressive on my end. Want the actual play-by-play? My digital resume has all the details.

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What I DO

Tailored Services

for Every Need

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WEB

I build websites that don’t just look good, they work hard. Fast, functional, and genuinely easy for your visitors to actually use.

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PRINT

From business cards to full campaigns, I bring the same care to print as I do anything digital. Design that holds up in someone’s hand, not just on a screen.

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DIGITAL

Social graphics, digital ads, UI kits. If it lives on a screen outside your website, I design it to look sharp and stay on-brand.

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BRAND

I bring your business to life with a visual identity that’s uniquely yours. Logo, colors, fonts, all of it working together to make you unforgettable.

What I’ve Done

A Closer Look

at the Work

Showcasing Turnkey's brand identity, featuring their website design for rural land management services on multiple devices.
TurnKey Land Management — Brand Identity & Website

Naming, brand identity, and website for a rural land management company, built from the ground up.

Three devices displaying the Votava Nantz & Johnson law firm's website, highlighting their services and contact information.
VNJ Law — Website Design & Development

A from-scratch website for a personal injury law firm, built to convert visitors into consultations.

Promotional graphics highlighting ways to support Great Jobs KC through donations and community engagement.
Great Jobs KC Giving Campaign Social Carousel

A five-slide social carousel for Great Jobs KC's year-end giving campaign, pairing bold typography with a shared color system across every ask.

Website showcasing a retreat venue with options for weekend getaways and events on laptop and mobile screens.
Your Place Vacation Rentals — Website Redesign & Business Pivot

Full website redesign supporting Your Place's pivot from one property to a multi-property brand.

Guidebook titled "From Passion to Practice: A Beginner's Guide to Ethical Rat Breeding" featuring a rat among greenery.
Rat Breeding 101 — A Self-Published Guide

A 100+ page rat breeding guide, self-researched, written, and designed.

Full-page ads from bake magazine print ad design showcasing industry trends, news, and bakery insights for professionals.
Full-Page Print Ads

Full-page print ads for bake Magazine, designed to drive subscriptions across print and social.

Responsive website design for Great Jobs KC, promoting job access and educational scholarships for Kansas City residents.
Great Jobs KC — Website Redesign

A 125-page website redesign that drove 100%+ organic traffic growth in six months.

Where I’ve Been

Combination of

Skill & Experience

Freelance Web Designer & UX Specialist
Self-Employed
  • Delivered client-focused, conversion-ready custom websites for clients across various industries using WordPress, Elementor, and HTML/CSS
  • Led projects from concept to launch, including UX design, wireframing, and responsive development
  • Improved site performance and SEO through optimized structure, content, and on-page best practices
2019 – Present
Sr. Web Designer
Great Jobs KC

July 2025 - March 2026 (Promoted)

  • Led redesign of a 125-page WordPress (Elementor) site, improving UX, navigation, and brand alignment
  • Drove 100%+ organic traffic growth in 6 months through targeted SEO and content improvements
  • Designed monthly MailChimp campaigns with a consistent 33% average open rate
  • Produced social media content and visuals that grew audience 7% annually
  • Developed cohesive print collateral across campaigns and events

     

Multimedia Production Artist
November 2024 – June 2025

  • Maintained and optimized website content to support UX and organizational goals
  • Produced print materials for campaigns and events, identifying cost-saving solutions that saved $20K
2024 – 2026
Multimedia Web Designer
Sosland Publishing Company
  • Led a website overhaul in WordPress/ Elementor, boosting traffic 17% and visit duration 30%
  • Served as web designer, developer, and webmaster through a platform migration
  • Trained and mentored three team members in digital content creation
  • Built and managed 25+ B2B and B2C websites using WordPress, Elementor Pro, ePublishing, and HTML/CSS/JS
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to wireframe publication and event websites
  • Streamlined workflows using Asana, WordPress, and Outlook
  • Created print, digital, and social content to boost brand visibility
2017 – 2024

Web designer with a track record in UX, SEO, and multi-channel campaigns, including a redesign that drove 100%+ organic traffic growth. My work also spans short and long-form print, digital design, and branding when a project calls for it. I combine strong visual design with data-informed strategy to build things that perform, not just look good.

2017

B.F.A GRAPHIC DESIGN

University of Central Missouri
•HTML/CSS
•WordPress / Elementor
•UI/UX Design
•SEO
•Responsive Design
•Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
•MailChimp / Bee Pro
•Asana
•Branding and Identity
•Typography
•Layout and Composition
•Color Theory
•Social Media Design
•Print Design
•Event Marketing

Talk to me

Ready to Make

Your Vision Real?

From first concept to final product, I’m here to build something that truly works for you through thoughtful design & development.

Open to Freelance
Currently accepting projects
‪(913) 349-3502‬
Call or Text
Email Me
designwitharc@gmail.com