I am an illustrator and designer based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I have a passion for creating and visual storytelling through striking illustrations. I've worked with companies such as Trek Bicycles and The Milwaukee Art Museum to create on-brand, functional illustrations.…

Bella Mikkelson

I am an illustrator and designer based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I have a passion for creating and visual storytelling through striking illustrations. I've worked with companies such as Trek Bicycles and The Milwaukee Art Museum to create on-brand, functional illustrations.…

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I am an illustrator and designer based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I have a passion for creating and visual storytelling through striking illustrations. I’ve worked with companies such as Trek Bicycles and The Milwaukee Art Museum to create on-brand, functional illustrations.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Barista Trainer at Valentine Coffee Roasters
August 15, 2023 - August 30, 2025
Training incoming baristas, manage the cash drawer, interact with customers, take orders, clean the store, restock, place orders
Mentor at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
January 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Manage a group of 20 students, lead group activities, provide resources, give tours, assist housing transitions
Program Leader at Boys’ and Girls’ Brigade
January 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Managed a group of 12-15-year-old girls, organized group activities, instilled leadership and teamwork
Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Poster design for Trek Bicycles; tattoo commissions; mural designs for Neenah High School; portrait work; prints
Junior Graphic Designer at Idyll Coffee Roasters
September 1, 2024 - Present
Design and maintain signage, posters, and retail merchandise; create and install brand deliverables; deliver excellent quality service and products.
Poster Designer at Trek Bicycle
December 30, 2023 - December 30, 2023
Won the 2024 Trek Spring Classic poster design competition.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
August 23, 2021 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Summa Cum Laude
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
President's List
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Trek Bicycle Poster Design Competition Winner
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Sure and Steady Award
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

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

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