Hi, I’m Rachel Duran, a graphic designer with a Bachelor’s in Graphic Design from the University of Northern Colorado and a Sociology minor in Digital Marketing. I enjoy turning ideas into visuals that communicate clearly and celebrate community. Currently, I design for Yellow Scene Magazine as Graphic Designer & Production Assistant, work with Levitt Pavilion Denver as a Guest Services Associate and Diversity in the Arts Intern, and manage social media for the Reisher Scholarship Program. I love crafting user-centered visuals and campaigns that engage audiences and support nonprofit missions.

Rachel Melayne Duran

Hi, I’m Rachel Duran, a graphic designer with a Bachelor’s in Graphic Design from the University of Northern Colorado and a Sociology minor in Digital Marketing. I enjoy turning ideas into visuals that communicate clearly and celebrate community. Currently, I design for Yellow Scene Magazine as Graphic Designer & Production Assistant, work with Levitt Pavilion Denver as a Guest Services Associate and Diversity in the Arts Intern, and manage social media for the Reisher Scholarship Program. I love crafting user-centered visuals and campaigns that engage audiences and support nonprofit missions.

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Hi, I’m Rachel Duran, a graphic designer with a Bachelor’s in Graphic Design from the University of Northern Colorado and a Sociology minor in Digital Marketing. I enjoy turning ideas into visuals that communicate clearly and celebrate community.

Currently, I design for Yellow Scene Magazine as Graphic Designer & Production Assistant, work with Levitt Pavilion Denver as a Guest Services Associate and Diversity in the Arts Intern, and manage social media for the Reisher Scholarship Program. I love crafting user-centered visuals and campaigns that engage audiences and support nonprofit missions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at UNCO Student Equity & Inclusion House
January 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Graphic design duties as part of the Student Equity & Inclusion program.
Peer Advocate at Reisher Scholarship Program
January 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Peer advocacy for scholarship program participants.
Product Designer at Independent Projects
January 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Built a prototype, conducted a usability test, and analyzed results to create a workable application.
Web Designer at Independent Projects
January 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Created a website using HTML and CSS coding languages.
Application Designer at Independent Projects
January 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Created a fairly operational application using Adobe XD.
Graphic Designer at University of Northern Colorado - Student Equity & Inclusion House
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Created visual materials and branding assets for the Student Equity & Inclusion House; collaborated with student groups to design promotional materials and campaigns.
Social Media Manager & Peer Advocate at Reisher Scholarship Program
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Managed social media content and peer advocacy initiatives; helped raise awareness and engagement for the scholarship program.
Guest Services Associate & Diversity in the Arts Intern at Levitt Pavilion Denver
January 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted guests, supported event operations, and contributed to the Diversity in the Arts program; provided customer service during performances.
Product Designer at Self-Directed Project
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Built a prototype, conducted usability testing, and analyzed results to develop a workable application.
Website Designer at Self-Directed Project
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Created a website using HTML and CSS.
Application Designer & User Testing at Self-Directed Project
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Created a fairly operational application using Adobe XD.

Education

Bachelor's in Graphic Design & Sociology Minor in Digital Marketing at University of Northern Colorado
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Certificate in Fundamentals of Multimedia Technology at Front Range Community College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor's in Graphic Design at University of Northern Colorado
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Certificate in Fundamentals of Multimedia Technology at Front Range Community College
January 1, 2021 - November 5, 2025
Bachelor’s in Graphic Design at University of Northern Colorado
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Certificate in Fundamentals of Multimedia Technology at Front Range Community College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Summa Cum Laude
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Reisher Family Scholarship
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Certificate in Fundamentals of Multimedia Technology
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet