Jamie Hedrick

Graphic Communications Designer ⟶ Associate Director of Visual Communications at Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation, University of Illinois

Led creative strategy and execution for digital and print communications that elevated the university’s research enterprise, serving as the design lead. Collaborated with leadership to shape campaigns from concept to launch, guiding budgets, creative direction, and vendor partnerships. Evolved OVCRI’s visual identity and built adaptable assets used across research units. Mentored student designers and proposed new staffing approaches to strengthen creative output. Represented the office in university-wide initiatives and cross-campus collaborations.

Graphic Design Coordinator ⟶ Lead Graphic Designer at Siebel Center for Design, University of Illinois

Partnered with the Associate Director of Marketing to build SCD’s visual identity from the ground up, coinciding with the grand opening of its new campus building. Led the design and rollout of creative assets for events, programs, and courses across diverse audiences. Supervised a small communications team of student designers, a photographer, and a writer, while directing website design, environmental graphics, and building signage projects to bring the brand to life.

Strategic Design Specialist at Office of Strategic Marketing & Branding, University of Illinois

Collaborated with the Brand Marketing Director to develop and implement university brand standards. Designed assets for major institutional campaigns including Illini Fest, Homecoming, and COVID-19 initiatives. Supported campus adoption of brand and web standards through UI/UX research and system design.

Strategic Design Specialist at Creative Services, University of Illinois

Created print and digital communications aligned with client marketing goals. Collaborated with web developers and marketing teams to translate creative briefs into effective design solutions and functional web interfaces.

Graphic Designer at The Premier Print Group

Produced print and digital collateral, translating client briefs into polished design solutions for commercial printing and marketing materials.

Graphic Design Intern at Neutral Design Studio

Summer internship supporting branding and print projects, including layout and asset preparation.