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Hi, I’m Anna Mikula — a creative and educational professional with a history of working across beauty, real estate, and nonprofit/educational sectors. I specialize in graphic design, illustration, and art education, and I enjoy helping people bring ideas to life through visuals. I’m collaborative, patient, and passionate about teaching and creating work that resonates with communities.
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Work Experience
Teaching Artist at Milwaukee Modern Chinese School
September 1, 2025 - PresentProvided art instruction for students aged 8-12 at a weekend school on the Marquette University campus. Created age-appropriate curricula, facilitated and executed various art projects, and delivered group and one-on-one instruction.
Artist-in-Residence (Creative Allies Program) at Milwaukee Recreation / Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
October 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025Worked at La Follette School to provide after-school art education programming for CLC students. Built trust with students and staff to support the program’s mission. Taught art education to 1st–8th grade students.
Instructor at Neon Brush
August 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024Instructed a self-guided drink-and-paint workshop. Guided participants through painting and creative techniques, managed supplies, and assisted participants with ideas and methods to complete projects.
Regional Recruiter at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
August 1, 2023 - PresentAdhered to internal procedures to ensure exceptional recruitment of high school students. Researched inquiries prospective students might have and maintained interest in the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design.
Long-Term Art Substitute Teacher at Milwaukee Public Schools
February 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023Worked with K-8 students to teach and support art education, created lesson plans, taught various art techniques, and provided background knowledge needed for projects.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Sine Qua Non Salons
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024Created print and digital graphic assets for salon branding; collaborated with marketing and editorial teams; produced on-brand visuals for client materials.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Milwaukee Realty Inc.
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2025Created flyers for condos to be distributed to condo buyers. Organized files with established naming conventions, consulted with real estate agents to build concepts from start to finish, and maintained brand standards.
Freelance Illustrator at Riverview Currents
August 1, 2022 - PresentCollaborated with the publisher to create compelling designs for print and digital materials. Maintained visual consistency and brand identity across assignments.
Youth and Family Program Assistant at Milwaukee Art Museum
June 1, 2023 - PresentParticipated in community outreach programs across the Milwaukee area; supported events and festivals; assisted with setup of spaces and materials; guided children and families through projects; promoted MAM exhibitions.
Neon Brush Instructor at Milwaukee
August 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024Instructing a self-guided drink and paint workshop; guided participants through creating their own painting; created a relaxed atmosphere to encourage social interaction and creativity; managed supplies and provided instruction for techniques.
Art Teacher at Milwaukee Modern Chinese School
September 1, 2025 - PresentProviding art instruction for students aged 8-12 at a weekend school on the Marquette University campus. Created age-appropriate curriculum, facilitated and executed various art projects, and delivered group as well as one-on-one instruction.
Paraprofessional at Milwaukee Public Schools
August 1, 2024 - PresentAct as a liaison between students and teachers, administrators, counselors, and social workers; handle admin-related requests; identify academic struggles and reach out to students to resolve issues; communicate resources to students as needed.
Youth and Family Programs Assistant at Milwaukee Art Museum
June 1, 2023 - PresentParticipate in community outreach programs across the Milwaukee area; assist with event setup and project materials; help children and families complete projects; promote MAM exhibitions.
Freelance Illustrator at Riverwest Currents
August 1, 2022 - PresentCreate in-house designs for newspaper graphics in collaboration with the publisher; maintain visual consistency and brand identity; contribute to print graphics.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Sine Qua Non Saloons
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024Collaborate with the salon team to create compelling designs for printed and digital materials; maintain brand identity and adjust files quickly to meet deadlines.
Neon Brush Instructor at Neon Brush
August 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024Guided participants through a self-guided drink-and-paint workshop; helped attendees brainstorm creative ideas and techniques; fostered a fun, relaxing atmosphere to encourage creativity; managed supplies and provided instruction.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Sine Qua Non Salons (Remote)
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024Remote design work for Sine Qua Non Saloons; created printed and digital materials; maintained visual consistency and refined files.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Milwaukee Realty Inc. (Remote)
April 20, 2023 - April 1, 2025Remote flyer design for condos; managed file organization and concept development from start to finish; maintained branding.
Artist-in-Residence at Creative Allies Program (MIAD / Milwaukee Recreation)
October 1, 2024 - PresentDeveloped in-house poster and visual materials for MIAD and community programs; contributed to seasonal design projects.
Education
BFA - Illustration at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
May 7, 2022AS - Animation at Milwaukee Area Technical College
May 22, 2020High School Diploma at Cudahy High School
June 8, 2017Bachelor of Fine Arts at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022Associate of Science at Milwaukee Area Technical College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020High School Diploma at Cudahy High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017Bachelor of Fine Arts at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022Associate of Science at Milwaukee Area Technical College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020High School Diploma at Cudahy High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017Bachelor of Fine Arts at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022Associate of Science at Milwaukee Area Technical College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020High School Diploma at Cudahy High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017Qualifications
Industry Experience
Other, Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction
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