Hi, I’m Erin Ellison, a graphic designer with over two decades of experience shaping creative strategies and delivering cohesive visual communications across healthcare, nonprofit, education, and corporate sectors. I specialize in translating complex medical and organizational concepts into clear, engaging print and digital materials, from brand identity and design systems to presentation design and marketing campaigns. I’m passionate about collaborative, cross-functional work and mentoring teams to deliver high-quality, on-brand solutions on time and within budget. From leading a design system rollout for multiple brands to orchestrating multi-channel campaigns, I aim to inspire, inform, and strengthen communities through thoughtful, accessible design.

Erin Ellison

Hi, I’m Erin Ellison, a graphic designer with over two decades of experience shaping creative strategies and delivering cohesive visual communications across healthcare, nonprofit, education, and corporate sectors. I specialize in translating complex medical and organizational concepts into clear, engaging print and digital materials, from brand identity and design systems to presentation design and marketing campaigns. I’m passionate about collaborative, cross-functional work and mentoring teams to deliver high-quality, on-brand solutions on time and within budget. From leading a design system rollout for multiple brands to orchestrating multi-channel campaigns, I aim to inspire, inform, and strengthen communities through thoughtful, accessible design.

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Hi, I’m Erin Ellison, a graphic designer with over two decades of experience shaping creative strategies and delivering cohesive visual communications across healthcare, nonprofit, education, and corporate sectors. I specialize in translating complex medical and organizational concepts into clear, engaging print and digital materials, from brand identity and design systems to presentation design and marketing campaigns.

I’m passionate about collaborative, cross-functional work and mentoring teams to deliver high-quality, on-brand solutions on time and within budget. From leading a design system rollout for multiple brands to orchestrating multi-channel campaigns, I aim to inspire, inform, and strengthen communities through thoughtful, accessible design.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Elevance Health
March 1, 2023 - Present
Collaborate with healthcare leaders to align visual communications with organizational goals and provider initiatives. Direct the design and execution of high-impact marketing and educational materials across print and digital platforms, including PowerPoint presentations, to communicate complex medical concepts for patient engagement, provider communications, and internal messaging. Lead multi-project initiatives with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and strategic alignment. Develop design systems and style guides to drive brand consistency across platforms, supporting over 20 brands across 30 states, adapting to diverse audiences and regulatory standards. Contributed to a high-visibility campaign that retained 1.9 million members at risk of losing healthcare coverage after the Public Health Emergency expiration.
Owner / Creative Director at Trio Graphic Design
December 1, 2002 - Present
Owner/Creative Director, driving creative strategy and full-scope design for clients across healthcare, nonprofit, education, and wellness. Deliver cohesive branding, print collateral, packaging, and interactive/digital design; improve creative workflows; provide end-to-end project management and vendor coordination. Client highlight: Women’s Resource Center — developed outreach and fundraising campaigns, designed promotional materials, managed email marketing, website updates, and digital engagement; implemented GiveLively to streamline donor operations, boosting donor conversion and fundraising performance.

Education

BFA in Graphic Design at University of Michigan
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Education