I'm Natalie Hafner, a Graphic Designer and Art Educator with 5+ years of hands-on experience using Adobe Creative Cloud to craft engaging visuals. I have spent five years teaching computer graphic design at the high school level, guiding students through design fundamentals, software workflows, and real-world projects. In addition, I write the guaranteed and viable curriculum for my district, collaborating with colleagues to align instruction with standards. I’m looking to leverage my design, education, and curriculum development background in a creative graphic design role that delivers visually compelling solutions.

Natalie D. Hafner

I'm Natalie Hafner, a Graphic Designer and Art Educator with 5+ years of hands-on experience using Adobe Creative Cloud to craft engaging visuals. I have spent five years teaching computer graphic design at the high school level, guiding students through design fundamentals, software workflows, and real-world projects. In addition, I write the guaranteed and viable curriculum for my district, collaborating with colleagues to align instruction with standards. I’m looking to leverage my design, education, and curriculum development background in a creative graphic design role that delivers visually compelling solutions.

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I’m Natalie Hafner, a Graphic Designer and Art Educator with 5+ years of hands-on experience using Adobe Creative Cloud to craft engaging visuals. I have spent five years teaching computer graphic design at the high school level, guiding students through design fundamentals, software workflows, and real-world projects. In addition, I write the guaranteed and viable curriculum for my district, collaborating with colleagues to align instruction with standards. I’m looking to leverage my design, education, and curriculum development background in a creative graphic design role that delivers visually compelling solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Curriculum Writer (Computer Graphic Design) at Omaha Public Schools - Teacher Administration Center (TAC)
May 1, 2024 - Present
Wrote the computer graphic design curriculum for the district, including CGD 1-2, CGD 3-4 and CGD 5-6; emphasized time management and planning.
Computer Graphic Design Teacher at Omaha Public Schools (North High School)
August 1, 2021 - Present
Instructs computer graphic design; strong with instruction and communication with the public; Advanced with Adobe programs (Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word); familiar with vector and raster programs; animation and creating original graphics.
Freelance Computer Graphic Designer at Self-Employed
June 1, 2015 - Present
Created quick creative designs for clients, including website design and branding.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Art - Graphic Design at University of Nebraska-Omaha
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor in K-12 Education at University of Nebraska-Omaha
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services