Hi, I'm Andrea Hickey, a graphic designer, copywriter and illustrator with 14 years of experience working in fast-paced, in-house and freelance environments. My work spans editorial, advertising and marketing, branding, e-commerce, social media, and city government — all centered around clear, engaging communication. Currently based in Burlington, Vermont, I specialize in brand marketing, although I love all types of creative work and have picked up many fun skills over the years. I also enjoy video editing, motion graphics, animation, editorial writing, character art and more! My diverse background has taught me the art of crafting unique visuals and messages that resonate deeply with target audiences, helping brands grow their presence and impact.

Andrea Hickey

Hi, I'm Andrea Hickey, a graphic designer, copywriter and illustrator with 14 years of experience working in fast-paced, in-house and freelance environments. My work spans editorial, advertising and marketing, branding, e-commerce, social media, and city government — all centered around clear, engaging communication. Currently based in Burlington, Vermont, I specialize in brand marketing, although I love all types of creative work and have picked up many fun skills over the years. I also enjoy video editing, motion graphics, animation, editorial writing, character art and more! My diverse background has taught me the art of crafting unique visuals and messages that resonate deeply with target audiences, helping brands grow their presence and impact.

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Hi, I’m Andrea Hickey, a graphic designer, copywriter and illustrator with 14 years of experience working in fast-paced, in-house and freelance environments. My work spans editorial, advertising and marketing, branding, e-commerce, social media, and city government — all centered around clear, engaging communication.

Currently based in Burlington, Vermont, I specialize in brand marketing, although I love all types of creative work and have picked up many fun skills over the years. I also enjoy video editing, motion graphics, animation, editorial writing, character art and more! My diverse background has taught me the art of crafting unique visuals and messages that resonate deeply with target audiences, helping brands grow their presence and impact.

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Work Experience

Staff Writer at BuzzFeed
January 1, 2019 - August 14, 2025
Worked with developers to experiment with new, interactive quiz formats.
Senior Designer/Illustrator at BuzzFeed
March 1, 2018 - August 14, 2025
Designed and illustrated for editorial and social media. Wrote content centered around wellness, beauty, pop culture, and entertainment.
Senior Designer at BuzzFeed
February 1, 2015 - August 14, 2025
Helped expand sponsored content deliverables to illustration and GIFs. Worked on decks and visual ideation for large-scale pitches.
Junior Designer at BuzzFeed
April 1, 2012 - August 14, 2025
Designed sponsored content and decks for RFPs and campaigns. Noted clients include Busy Philipps, Adam Ragusea, MSCHF, Motherly, and Dotdash Meredith.
Illustrator and Writer, Self-Employed
October 1, 2021 - August 14, 2025
Clients include Start Engine and City of Burlington, Vermont.
Graphic Designer, Illustrator and Copywriter, Self-Employed
May 1, 2025 - Present
Redesigned brand identity, brand book, websites, and packaging. Rebuilt newsletter and created a bank of templates in Canva. Defined brand voice and tone, wrote copy guidelines, edited copy across channels. Managed socials, created cross-platform content, wrote analytics reports. Directed partnering agencies to ensure consistent branding. Planned, shot and edited flatlays and video content. Oversaw the management and distribution of brand assets.
Senior Designer at Yummie
November 1, 2022 - August 14, 2025
Managed social accounts and published analytic reports. Created social graphics, reels, targeted ads, and social copy.
Digital Marketing and Communications Specialist at FCC
October 1, 2024 - August 14, 2025
Print design including signage, program flyers, event collateral, mailers and ads. Social design and copywriting. Website updates in WordPress and Wix.
Graphic Design and Communications Coordinator at City of Burlington, Vermont
May 1, 2025 - August 14, 2025

Education

BFA Graphic Design at Rochester Institute of Technology
September 1, 2007 - May 1, 2011
Associate of Applied Science, Illustration at Rochester Institute of Technology
September 1, 2011 - May 1, 2011

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Retail, Education