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Kells McAuliffe

Kells McAuliffe

Cambridge,MA

Summary

I’m a graphic designer working across branding, typography, packaging, editorial, and digital. Strategic, considerate, and craft-driven — I translate a brand’s premise into a system that holds together across every surface it lives on.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Wait Staff Member

Donut Villa Cafe
Cambridge, MA
01.2026 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Managed multiple tables simultaneously, efficiently processing orders and payments.
  • Trained new team members on menu offerings and service protocols to maintain high standards.

Intern

Cyrus Dallin Art Museum
Arlington, MA
08.2025 - 12.2025

Redesigned the museum's interpretive labels and panels throughout to match ones in the Indigenous Peoples Gallery, creating cohesive signage throughout the museum.

  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
  • Created informative brochures and materials that enhanced visitor understanding of exhibits and programs offered by the museum.

Host

Bar Enza, Charles Hotel
Cambridge, MA
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Welcomed and seated guests, ensuring an inviting first impression.
  • Managed reservation system to optimize table turnover and guest flow.
  • Collaborated with servers to relay customer requests and enhance service efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new hosts on operational procedures and guest interaction standards.
  • Monitored dining area to maintain cleanliness and ambiance throughout service hours.
  • Handled guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly to ensure satisfaction.

Host

Josephine
Somerville, MA
08.2023 - 05.2024

Host

The ’Quin House
Boston, MA
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to guest needs and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
  • Increased restaurant efficiency by maintaining an organized host stand, including menus, reservation logs, and seating charts.

Education

BFA - Graphic Design

Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
05-2026

Skills

  • Brand Identity
  • Graphic design
  • Logo & Wordmark
  • Layout design
  • Typography
  • Editorial & Layout
  • Packaging
  • Print Production
  • Digital & Social
  • Web Fundamentals
  • Motion Graphics
  • Illustration
  • Concept Development
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Figma
  • Wix Studio
  • HTML / CSS
  • Blender - Houdini
  • Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word
  • PowerPoint

Timeline

Wait Staff Member

Donut Villa Cafe
01.2026 - Current

Intern

Cyrus Dallin Art Museum
08.2025 - 12.2025

Host

Bar Enza, Charles Hotel
08.2024 - 12.2024

Host

Josephine
08.2023 - 05.2024

Host

The ’Quin House
06.2022 - 08.2022

BFA - Graphic Design

Lesley University
Kells McAuliffe