Hi, I’m Nathanial Moklestad—a creative and customer-focused designer and communicator. I combine hands-on retail and e-commerce experience with formal training in digital media and visual arts from Iowa State University and DMACC, producing professional media and compelling visuals across multiple platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, designing engaging displays, curating content, and telling stories through visuals. I continue to develop my skills in 2D/3D design, photography, and visual storytelling, aiming to contribute to dynamic teams in retail, media, and education sectors while growing my craft and professional network.

Nathanial Moklestad

Hi, I’m Nathanial Moklestad—a creative and customer-focused designer and communicator. I combine hands-on retail and e-commerce experience with formal training in digital media and visual arts from Iowa State University and DMACC, producing professional media and compelling visuals across multiple platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, designing engaging displays, curating content, and telling stories through visuals. I continue to develop my skills in 2D/3D design, photography, and visual storytelling, aiming to contribute to dynamic teams in retail, media, and education sectors while growing my craft and professional network.

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Hi, I’m Nathanial Moklestad—a creative and customer-focused designer and communicator. I combine hands-on retail and e-commerce experience with formal training in digital media and visual arts from Iowa State University and DMACC, producing professional media and compelling visuals across multiple platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, designing engaging displays, curating content, and telling stories through visuals.

I continue to develop my skills in 2D/3D design, photography, and visual storytelling, aiming to contribute to dynamic teams in retail, media, and education sectors while growing my craft and professional network.

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Work Experience

Sales Associate / Sales Lead at Pandora
July 1, 2022 - Present
Retail and marketing, visual merchandising – provide friendly customer service and build relationships with clients. Process transactions efficiently. Sell according to clients’ needs. Perform closing duties such as cleaning the store, restocking supplies, and counting cash. Create and manage jewelry displays and lead visual merchandising across locations. Input daily sale numbers. Promoted to Sales Lead in August 2025 for Jordan Creek Mall and Coral Ridge Mall locations.
Ebay Seller at Self-Employed / eBay
June 1, 2020 - Present
Grew an eBay business during COVID and beyond with a focus on collectibles and clothing. Built and maintained buyer relationships, budgeted for shipping supplies, and managed time across 487 transactions.
Ebay Seller at Self-Employed
June 1, 2020 - Present
Built and managed a personal eBay business during COVID and beyond, selling collectibles and clothing; maintained relationships with buyers; budgeted for shipping supplies; managed time; completed 487 transactions.
Committee Member at TREND Magazine
September 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Planned and organized events, created mood boards, researched venues, helped design magazine photos, collaborated with editors, styled models, and assisted with final selections for TREND Magazine photos; contributed to party planning and guest experiences.
Committee Member at TREND Magazine
September 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Continued involvement with TREND Magazine, contributing to planning, mood boards, events, and editorial visuals; helped execute the magazine release and photo shoots.
Opinion Column Writer at DMACC Urban Vibe
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Wrote an opinion column for DMACC Urban Vibe, showcasing competent writing and clear communication.

Education

Bachelor’s in Art and Design, Minor in Digital Media at Iowa State University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Associate’s in Arts with Honors at Des Moines Area Community College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
High School Diploma at North Polk High School/Homeschooled
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor’s in Art and Design, Minor in Digital Media at Iowa State University
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Associate’s in Arts with Honors at Des Moines Area Community College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
High School Diploma at North Polk High School/Homeschooled
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

National Art Honor Society
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

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