I’m a multidisciplinary designer specializing in mission-driven branding, educational design, and narrative-driven projects that tell human stories. With over a decade of experience, I help organizations, authors, and initiatives communicate with clarity, beauty, and purpose. My work blends visual storytelling with thoughtful strategy—whether I’m crafting an identity for a wellness program, illustrating a children’s book, or designing learning materials that make complex topics more accessible. I’m especially passionate about projects that promote well-being, education, and cultural connection. You can explore my work at vaniahardy.com. Let’s connect if you’re looking for a designer or illustrator who brings both strategy and soul to every collaboration.

Vania Hardy

I’m a multidisciplinary designer specializing in mission-driven branding, educational design, and narrative-driven projects that tell human stories. With over a decade of experience, I help organizations, authors, and initiatives communicate with clarity, beauty, and purpose. My work blends visual storytelling with thoughtful strategy—whether I’m crafting an identity for a wellness program, illustrating a children’s book, or designing learning materials that make complex topics more accessible. I’m especially passionate about projects that promote well-being, education, and cultural connection. You can explore my work at vaniahardy.com. Let’s connect if you’re looking for a designer or illustrator who brings both strategy and soul to every collaboration.

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I’m a multidisciplinary designer specializing in mission-driven branding, educational design, and narrative-driven projects that tell human stories. With over a decade of experience, I help organizations, authors, and initiatives communicate with clarity, beauty, and purpose.

My work blends visual storytelling with thoughtful strategy—whether I’m crafting an identity for a wellness program, illustrating a children’s book, or designing learning materials that make complex topics more accessible. I’m especially passionate about projects that promote well-being, education, and cultural connection. You can explore my work at vaniahardy.com.

Let’s connect if you’re looking for a designer or illustrator who brings both strategy and soul to every collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Vania Hardy Creative
May 31, 2012 - Present
- Provide branding, digital marketing, and illustration for mission-driven organizations in wellness, food, education, and publishing - Design eBooks, landing pages, social graphics, and email newsletters, often creating custom illustrations and using accessibility principles - Work samples: vaniahardy.com/design
Web Designer at Mile 6, LLC
April 22, 2013 - April 22, 2018
Created digital graphics and front-end interfaces based on client goals and UI best practices; coded responsive pages using HTML/CSS, collaborating closely with web developers to deliver functional and accessible websites
Graphic Designer (Part-TIme) at Penn State PRO Wellness
May 6, 2024 - Present
Designing branding, digital toolkits, presentation materials, and print/digital graphics for Pennsylvania school and Penn State Health staff wellness initiatives. Led rebranding of Healthy Champions Signature Events to engage younger audiences through illustrative and accessible design. Collaborate cross-functionally with health educators, program managers, and IT teams to ensure message clarity and visual consistency.
Digital Designer at Woodstream Corporation
April 30, 2018 - April 23, 2021
Designed digital and print assets for 8 national brands including websites, Amazon A+ content, sell sheets, emails, and digital ads. Collaborated with content and marketing teams to implement consistent, on-brand messaging across eCommerce and print platforms. Conducted quality assurance of HTML content and worked within CMS environments.

Education

B.S., Digital Communications at Lebanon Valley College
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
A.A., General Studies at Harrisburg Area Community College
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Manufacturing
    uniE621 Infographic Poster on Digital Wellness
    Infographic poster for Healthy Champions (a school wellness program of Penn State PRO Wellness). It promotes mental wellness through explaining the negative impacts of excessive screen time and offers tips for reducing it. infographicposter educationaldesign holisticwellness wellnesseducation
    uniE621 Infographic Poster for School Staff Wellness
    Infographic poster for Healthy Champions (a school wellness program of Penn State PRO Wellness). Based on the CDC’s 8 Dimensions of Well-Being, the poster promotes holistic wellness to school staff by offering a tip for each dimension. infographicposter holisticwellness wellnesseducation educationaldesign
    uniE621 Body of Work: A Wellness Tracker for Creatives
    A 249-page wellness tracker designed for creatives and those who want to integrate creativity into their wellness journey. Sections help readers track movement, food, and creative flow, as well as offer prompts for reflection and research-backed wellness tips. Written & designed by Vania Hardy. bookdesign holisticwellness layoutdesign printdesign
    uniE621 Social Media Posts for Body of Work
    Sample social media posts promoting creative wellness prompts, practices, and quotes, directly related to "Body of Work: A Wellness Tracker for Creatives." View on Instagram: https://www.twine.net/signin wellnesseducation educationaldesign
    uniE621 Social Media Posts Promoting Acupuncture Business Blog Posts
    Instagram posts from Feb-Oct 2023 were used as lead-ins for relevant blog posts. View on Instagram at: https://www.twine.net/signin acupuncture naturalhealth holisticwellness
    uniE621 Social Media Introduction Carousel Post
    Pinned Instagram carousel post introducing Vania Hardy, including design examples, services, and values (holistic wellness + creativity). Offers CTA with relevant contact info.