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Hello! I’m Ella Janssen, a graphic designer with a love for branding and packaging design. I enjoy turning complex ideas into clean, cohesive visual systems, collaborating with clients to craft identities that stand out and connect with audiences.
I’m seeking opportunities to turn a life-long passion into a meaningful career. I bring attention to detail, creative thinking, and a collaborative mindset to every project, and I’m excited to grow as a designer through real-world client work and design studio experience.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Graphic Designer / Design Studio Owner at Self-employed / Janssen Design Studio
July 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026Work with clients to build brand strategies, full system brand identities, packaging designs and additional collateral.
Graphic Design Intern at Farmboy
March 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024Work with design team to fulfill client requests. Includes logo design, colors, typography, info-graphics, e-books, and social media graphics.
Art Committee Member at ISU Fashion Show
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024Completed various art requests such as social media posts, invitations and merchandise designs. Designed the program to be handed out the day of the show.
Graphic Designer at Valley High School After Prom
February 1, 2022 - February 28, 2022Created the visual identity, posters and advertisements for the event.
Cashier and Customer Service at Scheels
July 1, 2020 - January 31, 2024Found effective and satisfactory solutions for customers.
Education
High School Diploma at Valley High School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022Bachelor’s in Graphic Design at Iowa State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026Qualifications
UCDA Annual Design Awards – Silver
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026GDUSA American Package Design Awards – Winner
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026Graphis New Talent Awards – Honorable Mention
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026Art Directors Association of Iowa Exhibition 2025 – Award of Excellence (x2)
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026Graphic Design Week Student Competition – Best in Show
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026UCDA Annual Design Awards – Gold
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026ELDIN WHISKEY Art Directors Association of Iowa Exhibition 2026 – Best of Category (Sales Promotion & Packaging)
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026NIEUW SKINCARE Graphis New Talent Awards – Honorable Mention
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026AVANT GARDE POSTER Graphis New Talent Awards – Honorable Mention
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026OCTOMORE X KINGDOM SCOTLAND Art Directors Association of Iowa Exhibition 2026 – Award of Excellence
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026COLLEGE-BY- COLLEGE PITCH OFF College of Design: Existing Business, Round 1 – Second Place
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026GLOBAL STUDENT ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDS: EO IOWA Iowa Finalist & Honorary Award
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026HARRY WATTS SCHOLARSHIP 2025 Nominee
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026JANICE PETERSON ANDERSON SENIOR AWARD IN DESIGN 2026 Nominee
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail
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