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Hi, I'm Sadie Nielsen, a multidisciplinary Illustrator and Graphic Designer! I care about accessibility and clarity in my work and hold myself to a high standard in everything I do. I am experienced in both web and print media and have worked with a broad range of clients, from musicians to healthcare agencies. With a background in instructional design, I bring empathy and user-centered design to every project. I love working independently or with teams to develop creative assets, from editorial illustrations and branding materials to interactive e-learning modules. I strive inspire client confidence in my work and to create elegant and uncomplicated solutions for any design challenge.…Hi, I'm Sadie Nielsen, a multidisciplinary Illustrator and Graphic Designer! I care about accessibility and clarity in my work and hold myself to a high standard in everything I do. I am experienced in both web and print media and have worked with a broad range of clients, from musicians to healthcare agencies. With a background in instructional design, I bring empathy and user-centered design to every project. I love working independently or with teams to develop creative assets, from editorial illustrations and branding materials to interactive e-learning modules. I strive inspire client confidence in my work and to create elegant and uncomplicated solutions for any design challenge.

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Hi, I'm Sadie Nielsen, a multidisciplinary Illustrator and Graphic Designer! I care about accessibility and clarity in my work and hold myself to a high standard in everything I do. I am experienced in both web and print media and have worked with a broad range of clients, from musicians to healthcare agencies. With a background in instructional design, I bring empathy and user-centered design to every project. I love working independently or with teams to develop creative assets, from editorial illustrations and branding materials to interactive e-learning modules. I strive inspire client confidence in my work and to create elegant and uncomplicated solutions for any design challenge.…Hi, I'm Sadie Nielsen, a multidisciplinary Illustrator and Graphic Designer! I care about accessibility and clarity in my work and hold myself to a high standard in everything I do. I am experienced in both web and print media and have worked with a broad range of clients, from musicians to healthcare agencies. With a background in instructional design, I bring empathy and user-centered design to every project. I love working independently or with teams to develop creative assets, from editorial illustrations and branding materials to interactive e-learning modules. I strive inspire client confidence in my work and to create elegant and uncomplicated solutions for any design challenge.

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Hi, I’m Sadie Nielsen, a multidisciplinary Illustrator and Graphic Designer! I care about accessibility and clarity in my work and hold myself to a high standard in everything I do. I am experienced in both web and print media and have worked with a broad range of clients, from musicians to healthcare agencies. With a background in instructional design, I bring empathy and user-centered design to every project.

I love working independently or with teams to develop creative assets, from editorial illustrations and branding materials to interactive e-learning modules. I strive inspire client confidence in my work and to create elegant and uncomplicated solutions for any design challenge.

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Work Experience

Learning Experience Designer at Hot Neon Productions Ltd. (formerly Great Minds Interactive Studio)

November 30, 2024 - July 18, 2025

Designed and developed e-learning modules and interactive digital tools focusing on clarity, accessibility (WCAG), and user testing feedback. Collaborated with education and public health clients to align content with learning objectives and UX best practices. Supported LMS course builds using platforms like Brightspace and Thinkific, with familiarity in Moodle and adaptability to other systems. Produced digital illustrations and diagrams to reinforce learning materials, ensuring all assets met accessibility guidelines. Developed training resources, evaluation tools, and onboarding guides for internal and external stakeholders. Led iterative development using client and learner feedback to improve clarity and functionality.

Freelance Graphic / UX Designer & Illustrator at Sadie Nielsen Creative Corp.

January 1, 2019 - Present

Designed educational and mental health content for clients including BC Schizophrenia Society and Trans Care BC. Created instructional illustrations and layouts supporting sensitive topics with visual clarity and empathy. Guided clients through needs assessments and content strategy to align with pedagogical goals and accessibility standards. Produced training guides and modular assets for asynchronous and synchronous delivery.

Humanities Tutor at Paper Education

October 31, 2022 - July 18, 2025

Provided academic writing support using the Socratic method to foster learner autonomy and confidence. Reviewed essays and multimedia assignments, offering constructive feedback tailored to student learning outcomes. Managed multiple student relationships simultaneously, ensuring continuity of support and timely feedback.