Hi there! I’m Julia Bartlett, a graphic designer and aspiring illustrator currently studying at Eastern Michigan University. I love blending playful comic storytelling with polished design to create visuals that resonate with audiences and celebrate campus life. I’m hands-on, deadline-driven, and comfortable switching between pen-and-paper sketches and digital workflows. Whether I’m crafting on-screen graphics for ESPN+, designing marketing materials, or collaborating with editorial teams, I bring curiosity, reliability, and a friendly, can-do attitude to every project.

Julia Bartlett

Hi there! I’m Julia Bartlett, a graphic designer and aspiring illustrator currently studying at Eastern Michigan University. I love blending playful comic storytelling with polished design to create visuals that resonate with audiences and celebrate campus life. I’m hands-on, deadline-driven, and comfortable switching between pen-and-paper sketches and digital workflows. Whether I’m crafting on-screen graphics for ESPN+, designing marketing materials, or collaborating with editorial teams, I bring curiosity, reliability, and a friendly, can-do attitude to every project.

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Hi there! I’m Julia Bartlett, a graphic designer and aspiring illustrator currently studying at Eastern Michigan University. I love blending playful comic storytelling with polished design to create visuals that resonate with audiences and celebrate campus life.

I’m hands-on, deadline-driven, and comfortable switching between pen-and-paper sketches and digital workflows. Whether I’m crafting on-screen graphics for ESPN+, designing marketing materials, or collaborating with editorial teams, I bring curiosity, reliability, and a friendly, can-do attitude to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Comic Artist / Graphic Designer at Eastern Echo
March 1, 2024 - Present
Develop original comic illustrations for publication in the student newspaper; collaborate with the editorial team to align content with current themes and campus culture; meet tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality artistic standards.
Marketing Team Member at EMU Rec Center
March 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Assist in creating and executing marketing strategies to promote recreational programs and services; design promotional materials and social media content; collaborate with team members to enhance brand presence and event outreach.
Graphic Assistant at Eagle Vision, ESPN+
January 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Support live sports broadcasts by creating and managing on-screen graphics; ensure accuracy and timeliness of visual content during streaming events; work in a fast-paced environment to enhance viewer experience through engaging visuals.
Sales Lead / Key Holder at Squishable
March 1, 2025 - Present
Sole staff member scheduled on a shift, responsible for daily operations of the store, including opening/closing, sales, inventory, and customer service; maintained consistent store performance and contributed to Top 10 nationwide ranking for 2 consecutive weeks; demonstrated initiative by managing all operations solo.
Food Service Associate - Front Counter at McDonald's
March 1, 2025 - Present
Take and pack orders quickly and efficiently; keep the dining area spotless; work in a fast-paced environment; cash handling; excellent customer service.
Sales and Cooking Staff at Mrs Fields
June 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Handle cash; upsell cookies; bake and decorate cookies; handle inventory.
Food Service Associate at Taste of History, Greenfield Village – The Henry Ford
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
Provided excellent customer service in a high-volume historical dining setting; assisted with food preparation and service while maintaining cleanliness and efficiency.
Food Service Associate / Host at Eagle Tavern, Greenfield Village – The Henry Ford
June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Welcomed and seated guests while managing reservations and wait times; ensured an authentic dining experience in a historically themed restaurant.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design at Eastern Michigan University
January 1, 2023 - April 15, 2026
Dual Enrollment Program with Monroe County Community College at Ida Early Middle College
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
High School Diploma at Ida High School
January 1, 2018 - May 31, 2023

Qualifications

Emerald Scholarship Recipient
January 11, 2030 - April 15, 2026
Member of the Early/Middle College Association of Michigan
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services