I am a highly motivated and versatile Graphic Designer with ten years of professional experience in both print and digital media. My passion for motion design allows me to bring creativity and expertise to every project, producing dynamic and engaging visuals. Throughout my career, I have worked on a diverse range of projects including motion graphics, video editing, UI/UX design, and brand identity. I pride myself on managing projects effectively, pitching concepts, and delivering high-quality visual solutions for clients across various industries.

Michaela Tyson

I am a highly motivated and versatile Graphic Designer with ten years of professional experience in both print and digital media. My passion for motion design allows me to bring creativity and expertise to every project, producing dynamic and engaging visuals. Throughout my career, I have worked on a diverse range of projects including motion graphics, video editing, UI/UX design, and brand identity. I pride myself on managing projects effectively, pitching concepts, and delivering high-quality visual solutions for clients across various industries.

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I am a highly motivated and versatile Graphic Designer with ten years of professional experience in both print and digital media. My passion for motion design allows me to bring creativity and expertise to every project, producing dynamic and engaging visuals.

Throughout my career, I have worked on a diverse range of projects including motion graphics, video editing, UI/UX design, and brand identity. I pride myself on managing projects effectively, pitching concepts, and delivering high-quality visual solutions for clients across various industries.

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Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer at True Group
July 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025
Pitched concepts to stakeholders and developed graphics and animations for eLearning courses and explainer videos for clients such as McDonald’s and Bristol Meyers-Squibb. Managed project deadlines, budgeting, and consulted on brand-related projects. Appointed Creative Director for McDonald’s Security Champions Program and generated over $400k in client contracts for the program.
Freelance Designer at Michaela Tyson Design
September 1, 2018 - Present
Provided print design, logo design, motion graphics, video editing, and brand identity services for various clients including Prairie Street Brewing Co. Developed wireframe and functional prototype for Electric Vehicles desktop website for KIA PUREi.
Motion Graphic Designer
July 1, 2020 - August 4, 2025
Adapted scripts, animated, rendered, and managed 2D animated study guides for classic literature, working on over 400 animated videos in one year. Projects included A Clockwork Orange, Alice in Wonderland, and Their Eyes Were Watching God.
Interactive Designer at TREKK
September 1, 2018 - August 4, 2025
Oversaw and developed motion graphics, UI/UX design, AR/VR experience design for clients. Also worked on brand identity, print design, web design, and video editing. Won 2017 AVA Gold Digital Award for Motion Graphics for First Mortgage Company.
Graphic Designer at Custom Aluminum Products
December 1, 2016 - August 4, 2025
In-house designer responsible for brand identity, print materials, trade show graphics, website design, motion graphics, video editing, marketing, and photography.

Education

B.F.A. Visual Communication at Northern Illinois University
September 1, 2012 - December 1, 2015
A.A. Graphic Design at Rock Valley College
September 1, 2009 - May 1, 2012

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Industry Experience

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