Leasha LaBruzzi
leasha@labruzzi.com | (415) 847-9282
WORK EXPERIENCE
Owner & Designer
Leasha LaBruzzi, LLC (fka. LaBruzzi Media Craft) - Colorado Springs, CO
January 2014 to Present
Freelance brand and website designer. I help clients translate their values and stories into intentional, cohesive visuals that build trust and connection. From brand strategy and logo design to print and digital
marketing, I guide each project with a focus on authenticity, alignment, and purpose—helping clients bring their vision to life in a way that feels real and true to who they are.
Leasha LaBruzzi, LLC (fka. LaBruzzi Media Craft) - Colorado Springs, CO
January 2014 to Present
Freelance brand and website designer. I help clients translate their values and stories into intentional, cohesive visuals that build trust and connection. From brand strategy and logo design to print and digital
marketing, I guide each project with a focus on authenticity, alignment, and purpose—helping clients bring their vision to life in a way that feels real and true to who they are.
Brand & Website Designer (Contract)
Elevate5 Digital Marketing - Rye, CO (Remote)
May 2024 to Present
Designing brands and websites for growing businesses.
Elevate5 Digital Marketing - Rye, CO (Remote)
May 2024 to Present
Designing brands and websites for growing businesses.
PR Assistant, Designer, Publicist (Marketing Director)
Sonoma County Event Center at the Fairgrounds - Santa Rosa, CA
February 2013 to November 2018
I managed all publicity and marketing for the Sonoma County Fair, Harvest Fair, Wine Country Racing, Jockey Club, Fair Foundation and Event Center. Duties included (but not limited to) website management; social media management; designing ad layouts, fair magazine, direct mail pieces, brochures, daily schedules, outdoor advertising and more.
Sonoma County Event Center at the Fairgrounds - Santa Rosa, CA
February 2013 to November 2018
I managed all publicity and marketing for the Sonoma County Fair, Harvest Fair, Wine Country Racing, Jockey Club, Fair Foundation and Event Center. Duties included (but not limited to) website management; social media management; designing ad layouts, fair magazine, direct mail pieces, brochures, daily schedules, outdoor advertising and more.
Production Assistant, Production Coordinator, Designer
Westwynde Communications - Windsor, CA
March 2007 to December 2017
I combined my experience with the equine industry & graphic design to uniquely help Westwynde clients with their print and web projects. Duties included (but not limited to) project management, designing ad layouts, maintaining over a dozen websites, and more.
Director of Graphics
Glassical Designs - Colorado Springs, CO
December 2013 to February 2015
I created black & white vector layouts & graphics for engraving on various glass & crystal corporate awards. I also designed templates for new award pieces and illustrated line drawings of detailed cityscapes and other special image requests. I was responsible for art direction, schedule and workload management, final proofing, order detail checks, quality assurance of all artwork, logo or image re-draws, and seeing projects through to production.
EDUCATION
Associate in Graphic Design
Santa Rosa Junior College - Santa Rosa, CA
August 2006 to May 2009
Santa Rosa Junior College - Santa Rosa, CA
August 2006 to May 2009
Associate in Equine Science
Scottsdale Community College - Scottsdale, AZ
August 2000 to May 2004
High School Diploma
Paradise Valley High School - Phoenix, AZ
August 1995 to 1999
SKILLS
Design & Marketing
• 18+ Years Graphic Design
• 12+ Years Marketing
• 12+ Years Public Relations
• Creative Direction
• Logo Design
• Visual Branding
• Print Design (ads, brochures, signage)
• Digital Design (ads, web graphics, social media images)
• Multi-Page Layout Design
• Marketing & Campaign Design
• Typography & Color Theory
• Illustration & Vector Art
• Prepress & Color Management
• Visual Storytelling
• Presentation Design
• Copy Writing
• Email Marketing
• UX/UI Awareness
• 12+ Years Marketing
• 12+ Years Public Relations
• Creative Direction
• Logo Design
• Visual Branding
• Print Design (ads, brochures, signage)
• Digital Design (ads, web graphics, social media images)
• Multi-Page Layout Design
• Marketing & Campaign Design
• Typography & Color Theory
• Illustration & Vector Art
• Prepress & Color Management
• Visual Storytelling
• Presentation Design
• Copy Writing
• Email Marketing
• UX/UI Awareness
Technical & Software
• Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Go High Level
• Microsoft Office
• WordPress Websites
• Mailchimp
• Constant Contact
• Basic HTML/CSS
• Microsoft Office
• WordPress Websites
• Mailchimp
• Constant Contact
• Basic HTML/CSS
Interpersonal & Professional
• Project Management
• Budget Management
• Collaboration
• Time Management
• Organization
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Ability to Take & Apply Feedback
• Budget Management
• Collaboration
• Time Management
• Organization
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Ability to Take & Apply Feedback
Strengths Assessment
• Developer: I recognize and cultivate the potential in others. This extends to my client's business and the investment I have in their growth.
• Adaptability: I am a flexible and accommodating person who lives in the moment. In business, this means I am often a first responder to unforeseen challenges. I keep projects moving towards the goal.
• Relater: I enjoy having close working relationships. I find deep satisfaction in collaborating with others to achieve success. This strength makes me loyal and genuine in my words and actions.
• Belief: I am very service-oriented and hold trust and ethics in high regard. This brings a comforting sense of dependability and clarity to my clients.
AWARDS
WFA Achievement Award
November 2017
1st place fair program/schedule
November 2017
1st place fair program/schedule
WFA Achievement Awards
November 2016
1st place magazine ad, 1st place fairtime ad poster, 2nd place digital ad campaign (single ad), 3rd place digital ad campaign (series), 3rd place outdoor ad.
WFA Achievement Awards
November 2015
1st place newspaper ad (black & white), 1st place magazine ad, 1st place electronic newsletter, 2nd place facilities website, 2nd place Fair program (magazine), 3rd place newspaper ad (color), 3rd place online ad, 3rd place outdoor ad, 3rd place Fair poster.