I’m a multidisciplinary graphic designer with experience in print, pattern, graphic design, and packaging, backed by academic training and hands-on work. I enjoy creating clean, production-ready artwork, building color palettes, and organizing visual assets that help bring ideas to life. I work well with direction, stay organized, and always deliver high-quality work on time. My background includes both freelance projects and in-house design, giving me strong communication and collaboration skills. I’m looking for a long-term role where I can keep growing creatively and professionally within a supportive design team.

Michaela Malanga

I’m a multidisciplinary graphic designer with experience in print, pattern, graphic design, and packaging, backed by academic training and hands-on work. I enjoy creating clean, production-ready artwork, building color palettes, and organizing visual assets that help bring ideas to life. I work well with direction, stay organized, and always deliver high-quality work on time. My background includes both freelance projects and in-house design, giving me strong communication and collaboration skills. I’m looking for a long-term role where I can keep growing creatively and professionally within a supportive design team.

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I’m a multidisciplinary graphic designer with experience in print, pattern, graphic design, and packaging, backed by academic training and hands-on work. I enjoy creating clean, production-ready artwork, building color palettes, and organizing visual assets that help bring ideas to life.

I work well with direction, stay organized, and always deliver high-quality work on time. My background includes both freelance projects and in-house design, giving me strong communication and collaboration skills. I’m looking for a long-term role where I can keep growing creatively and professionally within a supportive design team.

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Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Artist & Designer at Michaela Malanga Studios
January 1, 2022 - Present
Create custom apparel graphics, illustrations, and print layouts for independent clients; Develop CAD flats, colorways, and presentation materials; Collaborate with clients to interpret design direction and deliver production-ready files; Manage timelines, revisions, and digital asset organization.
Assistant Designer at Santa Fe Apparel
January 1, 2025 - Present
Create and update CAD line sheets and design decks for men’s and women’s apparel; Design artwork for graphic tees and lifestyle apparel; Prepare production-ready artwork files and tech pack graphics; Create color cards, swatch cards, and digital presentation assets; Maintain fabric, graphic, and seasonal collection boards and sample logs; Support the Design Team in maintaining deadlines and seasonal calendars; General organization, filing, and asset management.
Beauty Advisor at Sephora
January 1, 2023 - Present
Assist clients with product recommendations, shade matching, and skincare guidance; Stay updated on beauty trends and new product launches for great customer service; Maintain store visual standards through restocking and organized product displays.
Freelance Graphic Artist & Designer at Michaela Malanga Studio(s)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Create custom graphics, illustrations, and paintings for independent clients; collaborate with clients to interpret design direction and deliverables; manage timelines, revisions, and digital asset organization
Assistant Designer and Graphic Artist at Sephora
September 1, 2023 - Present
Create and update CAD line sheets and design decks for men’s and women’s apparel; design artwork for graphic tees and lifestyle apparel; prepare production-ready artwork files and tech pack graphics; create color cards, swatch cards, and digital presentation assets; maintain fabric, graphic, and seasonal collection boards and sample logs; support the Design Team in maintaining deadlines and seasonal calendars; general organization, filing, and asset management

Education

BFA at Montclair State University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
BFA Visual Arts at Montclair State University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services