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Hi! I'm Allanna Harlan, a highly organized and detail-oriented alumna of the University of Georgia. I am passionate about scientific illustration and design, bridging the gap between information and understanding through effective visual communication. I completed minors in both Biology and Design and Media, and I constantly strive to improve and learn more. I have experience working on freelance illustration projects, murals, data visualization, and museum exhibits. I enjoy collaborating with researchers and organizations to create meaningful, educational visuals and am eager to contribute my skills as an entry-level designer or illustrator.…Hi! I'm Allanna Harlan, a highly organized and detail-oriented alumna of the University of Georgia. I am passionate about scientific illustration and design, bridging the gap between information and understanding through effective visual communication. I completed minors in both Biology and Design and Media, and I constantly strive to improve and learn more. I have experience working on freelance illustration projects, murals, data visualization, and museum exhibits. I enjoy collaborating with researchers and organizations to create meaningful, educational visuals and am eager to contribute my skills as an entry-level designer or illustrator.

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Hi! I'm Allanna Harlan, a highly organized and detail-oriented alumna of the University of Georgia. I am passionate about scientific illustration and design, bridging the gap between information and understanding through effective visual communication. I completed minors in both Biology and Design and Media, and I constantly strive to improve and learn more. I have experience working on freelance illustration projects, murals, data visualization, and museum exhibits. I enjoy collaborating with researchers and organizations to create meaningful, educational visuals and am eager to contribute my skills as an entry-level designer or illustrator.…Hi! I'm Allanna Harlan, a highly organized and detail-oriented alumna of the University of Georgia. I am passionate about scientific illustration and design, bridging the gap between information and understanding through effective visual communication. I completed minors in both Biology and Design and Media, and I constantly strive to improve and learn more. I have experience working on freelance illustration projects, murals, data visualization, and museum exhibits. I enjoy collaborating with researchers and organizations to create meaningful, educational visuals and am eager to contribute my skills as an entry-level designer or illustrator.

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Hi! I’m Allanna Harlan, a highly organized and detail-oriented alumna of the University of Georgia. I am passionate about scientific illustration and design, bridging the gap between information and understanding through effective visual communication. I completed minors in both Biology and Design and Media, and I constantly strive to improve and learn more.

I have experience working on freelance illustration projects, murals, data visualization, and museum exhibits. I enjoy collaborating with researchers and organizations to create meaningful, educational visuals and am eager to contribute my skills as an entry-level designer or illustrator.

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Work Experience

Muralist at University of Georgia, Davidson Life Sciences Building

May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025

Designed genetics and life science mural showcasing species that UGA researchers work with presently within the building. Worked alongside staff to ensure design approval and painted mural.

Participant at Vertically Integrated Projects (VIPR) Research Program, University of Georgia

December 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Selected to participate in a multi-disciplinary inquiry-based longitudinal study researching non-pharmaceutical interventions and their correlation to vaccine outcomes. Created data visualizations, illustrations, and a poster for the CURO symposium.

Student Worker at University of Georgia SLC, Einstein Bros Bagels

May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Greeted customers, took and cashed out orders, restocked products in a fast-paced environment serving up to 600 students per day. Created custom drinks with an espresso machine, assisted in food preparation, and completed closing responsibilities. Trained new hires and delegated tasks to ensure efficiency.

Mammalogy Intern at University of Georgia, Georgia Museum of Natural History

December 31, 2023 - April 30, 2024

Gave tours at the Natural History Museum main campus. Created interactive marine mammal exhibit for elementary children. Cataloged mammalian specimens data both traditionally and electronically through Excel. Assisted in day-to-day operations in the museum annex, prepared and shelved specimens in phylogenetic order.

Self Employed, Freelance at Allanna Illustrates

July 31, 2023 - July 3, 2025

Worked with clients to create designs, paintings and anatomical drawings. Designed and managed inventory of art prints, stickers, and other merchandise for local markets, profiting $1500 across four markets. Maintained a personal website and created posts for Instagram to showcase and advertise illustration work, averaging 4000 views across platforms per month.