Hello. I’m Gianna, a graphic designer with a background in art, a love for typography, and a past life as a hairstylist. Yep, I used to help people express their identity with a good cut and color. Now I help brands do the same with clean visuals, engaging layouts, and a healthy obsession with typography and hierarchy. In my recent work, I’ve created logos, designed magazine pages, content mockups, and web banners. I know how to simplify complex info and still make it beautiful and on-brand. I actually enjoy figuring out how to make compliant content feel fresh and engaging. I’m also a big fan of working collaboratively, whether that’s brainstorming with marketing or refining color palettes with product teams. Tools of choice: all of Adobe Creative Suite. If you’re looking for someone who can bring ideas to life, keep things cohesive, and sweat the small stuff (like kerning or button placement), I’d love to chat. Thanks so much for checking out my application, I’d be excited to bring my creativity and energy to any job.

Gianna Hannaway

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Hello. I’m Gianna, a graphic designer with a background in art, a love for typography, and a past life as a hairstylist. Yep, I used to help people express their identity with a good cut and color. Now I help brands do the same with clean visuals, engaging layouts, and a healthy obsession with typography and hierarchy. In my recent work, I’ve created logos, designed magazine pages, content mockups, and web banners. I know how to simplify complex info and still make it beautiful and on-brand. I actually enjoy figuring out how to make compliant content feel fresh and engaging. I’m also a big fan of working collaboratively, whether that’s brainstorming with marketing or refining color palettes with product teams. Tools of choice: all of Adobe Creative Suite. If you’re looking for someone who can bring ideas to life, keep things cohesive, and sweat the small stuff (like kerning or button placement), I’d love to chat. Thanks so much for checking out my application, I’d be excited to bring my creativity and energy to any job.

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Hello. I’m Gianna, a graphic designer with a background in art, a love for typography, and a past life as a hairstylist. Yep, I used to help people express their identity with a good cut and color. Now I help brands do the same with clean visuals, engaging layouts, and a healthy obsession with typography and hierarchy. In my recent work, I’ve created logos, designed magazine pages, content mockups, and web banners. I know how to simplify complex info and still make it beautiful and on-brand.

I actually enjoy figuring out how to make compliant content feel fresh and engaging. I’m also a big fan of working collaboratively, whether that’s brainstorming with marketing or refining color palettes with product teams. Tools of choice: all of Adobe Creative Suite. If you’re looking for someone who can bring ideas to life, keep things cohesive, and sweat the small stuff (like kerning or button placement), I’d love to chat. Thanks so much for checking out my application, I’d be excited to bring my creativity and energy to any job.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
Collaborated with clients to understand brand vision, audience, and design goals. Created unique, high-quality logo concepts that align with brand strategy and aesthetic direction. Presented design options and incorporated client feedback through revisions. Delivered final logo packages in multiple file formats (AI, EPS, SVG, PNG, JPG, PDF). Developed supporting brand elements as needed, such as color palettes, typography guides, and favicon design. Maintained consistent communication and met deadlines for all project milestones. Ensured all designs were original and suitable for print and digital applications.
Web Designer at Half Moon Play
January 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
Designed and developed a responsive WordPress website for a children’s indoor playground company, aligning visual design with brand identity and target audience. Customized theme structure, layout, and typography to enhance storytelling, brand cohesion, and user engagement. Created original graphics, iconography, and a mobile-friendly hero image. Implemented SEO best practices, accessibility standards, and mobile optimization to improve visibility and usability. Integrated waivers, contact pages, and embedded maps using HTML/CSS and WordPress plugins for seamless user experience. Collaborated closely with the founder to evolve the brand voice and refine content structure based on user needs and client goals.
Independent Hairstylist/Business Owner at Tamer Mickel Salon
January 1, 2016 - November 5, 2025
Built and managed a successful personal brand and clientele over 12 years, delivering customized styling services and growing a loyal client base. Designed all business marketing materials including logo, website, and social media content—developing a strong understanding of branding, visual identity, and audience engagement. Cultivated long-term client relationships through strong communication, empathy, and service-focused problem solving. Handled all aspects of small business operations: booking, budgeting, inventory management, and client outreach. Created seasonal campaigns and promotions using Instagram, email newsletters, and local collaborations to increase visibility and client retention. Gained deep insight into personal expression, aesthetics, and user experience, skills that now inform my visual design practice.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Graphic Design Major at Southern New Hampshire University
May 1, 2023 - October 29, 2025
Honors
General Education at College of San Mateo
August 3, 2021 - December 21, 2022
Honors
Cosmetology License at Citrus Heights Beauty College
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

Managing Real World Projects (Certificate of Achievement)
January 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
Effectively Managing Project Stakeholders (Certificate of Achievement)
January 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail
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