Hi, I’m Emily Pilla, a traveling remote freelance graphic designer specializing in both print + digital multimedia. I have experience in several industries like sports, sports media, health & wellness, travel, food & bev, charity nonprofits, retail, pharma and small business startups. I enjoy turning ideas into compelling visuals—from logos and merch to social media graphics and branded templates. I had strong experience supporting brands + creative teams remotely, delivering branded graphic promotional + informative assets for big names (esp in sports) like the U.S. Open (+ other USGA events), Tennis Channel (for events like Indian Wells, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and U.S. Open) and GOLF.com to name a few. I’m flexible, collaborative, highly organized and skilled working in fast-paced environments (sports) and juggling quick turnaround + longer term tasks, while delivering uniquely creative design solutions.

Emily Pilla

Hi, I’m Emily Pilla, a traveling remote freelance graphic designer specializing in both print + digital multimedia. I have experience in several industries like sports, sports media, health & wellness, travel, food & bev, charity nonprofits, retail, pharma and small business startups. I enjoy turning ideas into compelling visuals—from logos and merch to social media graphics and branded templates. I had strong experience supporting brands + creative teams remotely, delivering branded graphic promotional + informative assets for big names (esp in sports) like the U.S. Open (+ other USGA events), Tennis Channel (for events like Indian Wells, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and U.S. Open) and GOLF.com to name a few. I’m flexible, collaborative, highly organized and skilled working in fast-paced environments (sports) and juggling quick turnaround + longer term tasks, while delivering uniquely creative design solutions.

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Hi, I’m Emily Pilla, a traveling remote freelance graphic designer specializing in both print + digital multimedia. I have experience in several industries like sports, sports media, health & wellness, travel, food & bev, charity nonprofits, retail, pharma and small business startups. I enjoy turning ideas into compelling visuals—from logos and merch to social media graphics and branded templates.

I had strong experience supporting brands + creative teams remotely, delivering branded graphic promotional + informative assets for big names (esp in sports) like the U.S. Open (+ other USGA events), Tennis Channel (for events like Indian Wells, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and U.S. Open) and GOLF.com to name a few. I’m flexible, collaborative, highly organized and skilled working in fast-paced environments (sports) and juggling quick turnaround + longer term tasks, while delivering uniquely creative design solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at United States Golf Association (USGA)
October 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Support USGA’s in-house marketing, design + social team as a remote freelancer. Create social media graphics (paid + organic), billboard designs and digital marketing assets (ticket ads, e-commerce graphics, and tourism board imagery) while maintaining brand standards. Develop graphic templates and track hours/deadlines; collaborate with project manager, creative director, and team to solicit and implement feedback.
Remote Freelance Graphic Designer at Free Fly Apparel
March 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Produced paid ads and email campaigns with same-week/day deadlines. Applied creative concepting within brand guidelines and gained retail/e-commerce and social media perspective. Coordinated with team via weekly availability updates and maintained efficient task production.
Remote Multimedia Specialist at Syneos Health
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Supported the GSW Advertising New Business Team by creating social media assets, presentation deck templates, and other marketing collateral for pharmaceutical clients. Communicated with colleagues via Teams and tracked tasks through Wrike/Asana; ensured client feedback was incorporated.
Digital Graphic Designer at A.C. Moore Arts & Crafts
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Designed and coded daily promotional emails (8-12 per week, 20–30 content blocks each) through a coupon approval process.
Founder, Author + Graphic Designer at Weenie Wonders Club
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Founded a nonprofit focused on IVDD awareness; wrote and illustrated 'The Life of a Weenie Wonder,' a children’s book about an IVDD survivor. Designed logo, brand, website, and merchandise; managed sales and organized book signings and readings at libraries and schools.
Owner + Freelance Graphic Designer at Emily Pilla Designs
January 1, 2016 - Present
Gained a network of freelance clients in professional sports, fitness, travel, and food. Services include logo, custom merch, presentations, advertising, and social media design. Experienced with remote work and travel as needed.

Education

BS at Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Study Abroad at University of Arkansas Rome Center
March 1, 2018 - March 30, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Education
    uniE621 EmilyPillaDesigns Portfolio
    Here is the link to my portfolio site: https://www.twine.net/signin/ Check it out and if you like what you see and would like to work together, send me a message!