Howdy!
My name is Lainy Schulz and I am a Graphic Designer + Creative based in the Midwest.
I am seeking a job opportunity that furthers the art of what I do; not only as a designer but as a human being.
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My full name is Elaina Schulz, and I am a Graphic Designer based in the Midwest. I received my BFA in Graphic Design and Interactive Media from the University of Wisconsin-Stout in December of 2020. My passion for design generally falls within brand identities, advertising design, color theory, and typography; but I enjoy any and all creative challenges.
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After keeping busy in creative clubs + activities throughout college, in February of 2022 I began a 7 month long internship at Sussner Design Company in Minneapolis, MN. With Sussner I gained experience in brand design, print, digital, social media marketing, and more.
After my internship, i landed a position as a Graphic Designer in Marketing with Smile Doctors LLC. Working with Smile Doctors gives me opportunities to work in various areas; advertising, website design, social media, print, and so much more more!Outside of my 9-5 job, I continue to keep my skills fresh with as much freelance work as I can find as well as keeping my personal business live + active!
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University of Wisconsin-Stout, BFA in Graphic Design and Interactive Media, 2015 - 2020
Hartford Union High School, 2011 - 2015
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TECHNICAL: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Frame Animation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Figma, Wordpress, Squarespace, Mailchimp, Trint, Social Media Platforms
SOCIAL: Organized, team player, creative spirit, fast learner, proficient, motivated, charismatic, dedicated
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“Doing the Right Thing” Award - Smile Doctors 2024
Internship with Sussner Design Firm 2021
University of Wisconsin-Stout Honors 2016 - 2021
Board member for Forward Magazine 2017 - 2019
TJ Hale scholarship 2017
Hartford Union Honor Roll 2013-2015
Skills USA National Champion 2014 [T-shirt Design]
Skills USA National Champion 2013 [T-shirt Design]
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Seeking a job opportunity that furthers the art of what I do, not only as a designer but as a human being. I enjoy any and all creative challenges that push me to grow as a designer.
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My full name is Elaina
I have two calico cats + one large dog
I am quite literally, tongue tied
I was born & raised in Hartford, Wisconsin
I’m engaged to be married!
Kind Words Received:
“Lainy is one of those rare designers who brings both exceptional talent and an incredible attitude to everything she does. She has a natural eye for design and consistently produces work that is thoughtful, elevated, and on brand. Whether she is working on day to day assets or larger creative concepts, the quality of her work never wavers.
What truly sets Lainy apart is who she is as a teammate. She is kind, positive, and always willing to ump in and support wherever needed. She makes collaboration easy and brings a level of care to her work that you can feel in the final product.
She is someone you can trust with your brand and your team. I cannot recommend her enough.”
— Justin C.
“Lainy consistently digs into her projects, big or small, openly asks questions while also providing possible solutions. She has gone above and beyond what is asked and found efficiencies in processes for various areas that benefits all involved.”
— Anonymous
“That Lainy… She’s a badass”
— James D.