I am a recent graduate of Durham College's Graphic Design program looking to break into the industry. Through school, I have gained experience in all forms of design.

Ella Day

I am a recent graduate of Durham College's Graphic Design program looking to break into the industry. Through school, I have gained experience in all forms of design.

Available to hire

I am a recent graduate of Durham College’s Graphic Design program looking to break into the industry. Through school, I have gained experience in all forms of design.

Work Experience

Junior Marketing and Communications Associate at Ignite Durham Learning Foundation
May 1, 2026 - Present
Designed print and digital marketing materials including social media graphics, promotional emails, and event flyers. Created content for social media, newsletters, and web platforms to increase community awareness and engagement. Maintained consistent branding across digital and print communications. Collaborated with a team to support fundraising campaigns and events, assisted with website updates, and managed multiple projects under tight deadlines. Analyzed campaign performance and adapted content to increase engagement.
Freelance Illustrator / Diagram & Illustration Contributor at Hasmark Publishing International
April 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026
Created diagrams and illustrations for publication in a book. Collaborated with the publisher to ensure visual harmony and clarity, and revised illustrations based on editorial feedback while meeting production deadlines.
Junior Development Associate - Graphic Design (Work Placement) at Ignite Durham Learning Foundation
January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026
Designed digital and print marketing materials including social media graphics and promotional flyers. Created visual content supporting organizational branding and community outreach. Assisted in planning and designing social media campaigns to increase audience engagement and awareness. Collaborated with the team on ongoing campaigns and applied brand standards to maintain a consistent visual identity across digital and print. Managed multiple design projects while meeting deadlines, and supported copy writing and written/visual content for social media and email campaigns.
Freelance Graphic Designer (Logo & Business Cards) at Delta Foxtrot Tactical Training
July 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
Designed a secondary logo and business cards aligned with the client’s vision. Worked directly with the client to understand requirements and incorporate feedback. Delivered completed design assets within project timelines.
Part Time Sales Associate at Home Hardware
February 1, 2022 - August 31, 2025
Provided customer support for a wide range of home improvement projects, building strong communication skills. Managed inventory, merchandising, and product displays to keep displays organized. Worked collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and handled transactions accurately while maintaining attention to detail. Assisted with creating social media content to promote new products.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design at Durham College
January 11, 2030 - August 15, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services
    My Portfolio
    This is a collection of my most recent work, done during my final semester at Durham College. portfolio graphicdesigner pdf