Carol Smith
About Carol Smith
Carol Smith is a Senior Graphic Design/Illustrator at Amentum, where she has worked since 2010. With a background in graphic design spanning over two decades, she has contributed significantly to branding and design initiatives within the company and the community.
Work at Amentum
Carol Smith has been employed at Amentum as a Senior Graphic Design/Illustrator since 2010, marking over 14 years in this role based in Aiken, SC. In her position, she has been instrumental in creating graphics that effectively introduced Amentum to its communities, customers, and the broader government market. Additionally, she serves as the internal point of contact for all branding compliance questions, ensuring that the company's visual identity aligns with its strategic goals. Smith also represents Amentum as an Ambassador for the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce, further enhancing the company's community engagement.
Previous Experience in Graphic Design
Before joining Amentum, Carol Smith held several positions in graphic design. She worked as a Graphic Designer at Morris Visitor Publications for nine months in 2009-2010 in the Augusta, Georgia area. Prior to that, she was a Graphic Artist at The National Wild Turkey Federation from 2000 to 2009 in Edgefield, SC, where she contributed for nine years. Additionally, she served as Creative Director/Graphic Artist at The Commercial Dispatch from 1994 to 2000 in Columbus, MS, accumulating six years of experience in that role.
Education and Expertise
Carol Smith studied at Mississippi University for Women, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Design from 1987 to 1991. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in graphic design principles and practices, which she has applied throughout her career. Her expertise in graphic design and illustration has been recognized through various awards, including the URS Pyramid Award in 2013 for her contributions to a winning proposal team.
Achievements and Awards
Throughout her career, Carol Smith has received several accolades for her work in graphic design. Notably, she was awarded the Amentum Athlon Individual Award for Innovation in 2021, recognizing her creativity in establishing the Amentum brand. Additionally, she received the URS Pyramid Award in 2013, which highlighted her performance as part of a successful proposal team. These awards reflect her commitment to excellence and innovation in her field.