Hi, I'm Emilie!
Graphic Designer & Illustrator based in Virginia
I’m a strong believer that design is an essential problem-solving tool that delivers ideas into the world to improve the lives of people and how we communicate with one another. My mission is to constantly strive to be a designer who is influential, innovative, and inspiring.
I graduated in 2020 summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at Virginia Commonwealth University. Currently, I’m a Senior Graphic Designer for Great Minds PBC while also pursuing freelance design projects.
When I’m not glued to my computer, I am working on passion projects for my Etsy, hitting the gym, snuggling with my cats, enjoying the outdoors with my husband, or reading thriller books.
Design Experience
Great Minds PBC
Senior Graphic Designer
March 2020–August 2020 (intern)
August 2020–July 2025 (graphic designer)
July 2025–current
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Responsible for both internally and externally produced communication materials, such as logos, conference trade show booths, collateral, and other marketing materials across print and digital.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate marketing content into clear, cohesive visual systems.
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Performed an integral role in the development and implementation of a company-wide brand redesign.
Melissa & Lori Love Literacy Podcast
(Great Minds Sub Brand)
Primary Design Lead
August 2020–current
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Lead all visual design for the podcast, including web design, print collateral, and national conference materials.
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Develop and maintain a cohesive visual identity across digital, marketing, and experiential touch points.
Freelance
Graphic Designer & Illustrator
December 2019–May 2020
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Develop and execute clients’ brand identities, including logo design, website design, and visual style guides.
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Design a variety of promo items and marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, booklets, and promotional graphics for print and digital platforms.
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Collaborate with clients to deliver creative solutions that effectively communicate their message.
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Engage, the Foundation
Assistant Creative Director
December 2019–May 2020 (intern)
May 2020–March 2021
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Created cohesive visual materials for the Eco-Friendly Fundraiser, including websites, logos, social media graphics, and printed collateral.
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Delegated and managed projects for the graphic design interns.
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Skills
Brand Identity Systems
Publication Design
Layout Design
Visual Communication
Logo Design
Typography
Environmental Design
Illustration
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Software
Adobe Creative Suite
Microsoft Suite
HubSpot
Figma
Canva
Procreate