Amanda Balmages
Mandy Darling Design, Illustration and Lifestyle
email: mandydarling@gmail.com
I am highly skilled in both traditional and digital media and design. I work very well with others and thrive in a deadline and budget driven environment and would describe myself as a Jack-of-all- trades, willing and able to take on any project that comes to me. I have worked on everything print-related, from brochures and catalogues, to direct mail, packaging, signage, and advertising to complex conceptual marketing pieces and branding. UI design savvy, I have an innate understanding of designing for web, print, and environmental spaces alike. I am a very quick learner, able to master complex systems and new concepts quickly and still deliver relevant, on-point work.
I love vintage fashion and rock n’ roll–connecting with the past while simultaneously foraging new frontiers. I am sentimental and passionate, a sucker for old movies, and nostalgic for the grace and elegance of bygone eras. Deeply inspired by nature, I adore spending time outdoors and appreciate learning about the world around me. Health and fitness oriented, I relish spending time working toward my fitness goals. I am constantly striving for excellence and positive growth in both my professional and personal lives. Having recently completed my EMT certification, I have been volunteering with the SF Pride Events on-call medical crew as a means of furthering my personal growth and giving back to the community.
