I’m a creative and education professional with a history of working in diverse industries, including beauty, real estate, and nonprofit/educational work. I love graphic design, illustration, and art education, and I enjoy helping people learn through visually engaging projects. I’m passionate about collaborating with students, communities, and organizations to bring ideas to life. I value curiosity, teamwork, and thoughtful design, and I’m always exploring new ways to mix creativity with education.…

Anna Mikula

I’m a creative and education professional with a history of working in diverse industries, including beauty, real estate, and nonprofit/educational work. I love graphic design, illustration, and art education, and I enjoy helping people learn through visually engaging projects. I’m passionate about collaborating with students, communities, and organizations to bring ideas to life. I value curiosity, teamwork, and thoughtful design, and I’m always exploring new ways to mix creativity with education.…

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I’m a creative and education professional with a history of working in diverse industries, including beauty, real estate, and nonprofit/educational work. I love graphic design, illustration, and art education, and I enjoy helping people learn through visually engaging projects.

I’m passionate about collaborating with students, communities, and organizations to bring ideas to life. I value curiosity, teamwork, and thoughtful design, and I’m always exploring new ways to mix creativity with education.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Teaching Artist at Milwaukee Modern Chinese School
September 1, 2025 - Present
Provided 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, 2025
Worked 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, 2024
Instructed 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 - Present
Adhered 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, 2023
Worked 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, 2024
Created 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, 2025
Created 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 - Present
Collaborated with the publisher to create compelling designs for print and digital materials. Maintained visual consistency and brand identity across assignments.

Education

BFA - Illustration at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
May 7, 2022
AS - Animation at Milwaukee Area Technical College
May 22, 2020
High School Diploma at Cudahy High School
June 8, 2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Associate of Science at Milwaukee Area Technical College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
High School Diploma at Cudahy High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017

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Industry Experience

Other, Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
    uniE621 Alliance Françoise de Milwaukee Poster
    Poster for Alliance Françoise de Milwaukee's summer 2022 language classes graphicdesigner illustrator…
    uniE621 Riverwest Currents October 2022 Illustration
    Editorial illustration featured on the cover of Riverwest Current's October 2022 issue. This illustration goes along with the article "The Bluebird of Happiness or the Spider's Web?" by Vince Bushell. Link to issue: https://www.twine.net/signin illustrator…
    uniE621 Riverwest Currents November 2023 Illustration
    Editorial illustration done for the November 2023 issue of Riverwest Currents, celebrating Thanksgiving, Native American Heritage Month, & the Beaver Moon. Link to issue: https://www.twine.net/signin illustrator…
    uniE621 Riverwest Currents December 2022 Illustration
    Editorial illustration done for the cover of the December 2022 issue of Riverwest Currents. This illustration features icon Riverwest locations, including Art Bar, Falcon Bowl, Linneman's Riverwest Inn, & Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts Link to issue: https://www.twine.net/signin illustrator…
    uniE621 Happy Holidays, Riverwest!
    Illustration inspired by Jan Kotowicz's Riverwest Poster from the series of 27 Posters she created for the City of Milwaukee between 1983-1990. This illustration was also featured in the December 2022 issue of Riverwest Currents. Link to issue: https://www.twine.net/signin illustrator…
    uniE621 New Years 2023 Illustration
    New Years 2023 Illustration featured in Janaury 2023's issue of Riverwest Currents. Link to issue: https://www.twine.net/signin illustrator…