I’m Ellen Menke, a graphic designer based in St. Paul, MN. I thrive on branding, layout, and visual storytelling, bringing brand identities to life across digital and print—from logos and templates to banners and magazines. I earned a BA in Graphic Design from Benedictine College with a 3.9 GPA, completed a studio art award, and have hands-on experience collaborating with campus departments, private clients, and a construction company rebrand. I enjoy photography and cross-disciplinary design projects.…

Ellen Menke

I’m Ellen Menke, a graphic designer based in St. Paul, MN. I thrive on branding, layout, and visual storytelling, bringing brand identities to life across digital and print—from logos and templates to banners and magazines. I earned a BA in Graphic Design from Benedictine College with a 3.9 GPA, completed a studio art award, and have hands-on experience collaborating with campus departments, private clients, and a construction company rebrand. I enjoy photography and cross-disciplinary design projects.…

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I’m Ellen Menke, a graphic designer based in St. Paul, MN. I thrive on branding, layout, and visual storytelling, bringing brand identities to life across digital and print—from logos and templates to banners and magazines.

I earned a BA in Graphic Design from Benedictine College with a 3.9 GPA, completed a studio art award, and have hands-on experience collaborating with campus departments, private clients, and a construction company rebrand. I enjoy photography and cross-disciplinary design projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Design Internship at Noor Companies
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led construction company rebrand including logo, patterns, and templates; designed banners, business proposal templates, email signatures, business cards, and pamphlets; photographed job sites for marketing use.
Graphic Design Commissions at Benedictine College Campus Ministry Department; Benedictine College Art Department; Private Commissions
January 1, 2024 - Present
Managed design commissions for campus ministry and art department; produced materials for multiple stakeholders across Loomings magazine and private clients.
Layout Editor at Benedictine College Art Department
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Managed production and content, including design development, for Loomings magazine, an anthology of creativity in a wide range of art mediums from staff, students and others in the college community.
Home Health Aide at Independent Service
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Assisted with mobility, hygiene, and other personal care tasks to enhance client’s quality of life.
Graphic Design Intern at Noor Companies
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led construction company rebrand including logo, patterns, and templates; designed banners, business proposal templates, email signatures, business cards, and pamphlets; photographed job sites for marketing use.
Graphic Designer (Commissions) at Benedictine College Campus Ministry Department; Benedictine College Art Department; Private Commissions
January 1, 2024 - Present
Graphic design commissions for college departments and private clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at Benedictine College
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
High School Diploma at Saint Agnes High School
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design (Minor in Art) at Benedictine College
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
High School Diploma at Saint Agnes High School
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Qualifications

National Honor Society
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Studio Art Award
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction