Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Timeline
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Emma Duimstra

Emma Duimstra

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Graphic design student with experience in creating visually compelling and effective designs. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, photography, typography, branding, and visual storytelling. Known for reliability and delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher's Assistant

Calvin University
01.2025 - Current
  • Create design work for upcoming events, such as informational posters, and event flyers, working with digital mediums and letterpress.
  • Design and set up for Calvin's Spring Art's Festival.

Cashier and Cashier Trainer

Meijer
09.2023 - Current
  • Greet customers entering the store and respond promptly to customer needs.
  • Build relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Help customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Assist customers with inquiries and provide exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Resolve customer complaints professionally.
  • Answer questions about store policies and address customer concerns.
  • Provide backup support for other departments when needed.
  • Train new employees by providing knowledge of specific store tasks, policies and goals.
  • Mentor new employees on cashier duties and best practices.
  • Onboard new employees through the Meijer system and teach proper customer servies techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI
05-2027

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Effective communication
  • Computer skills
  • Hands on design skills
  • Adaptability based on professor and peer feedback
  • Collaboration with other designers
  • Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, and Indesign
  • Photography
  • Time management
  • Customer service skills
  • Problem solving skills

Accomplishments

  • Was invited to work with the letterpress studio Think Not Design to create live letterpress prints for people attending the launch of Art Prize 2025 at the Grand Rapids Art Museum
  • Developed creative design and branding work that is featured in Calvin University's Spring Arts Festival, which is curated by professional designers.

Interests

  • Nature and Sports Photography
  • Watercolor painting
  • Tennis
  • Hiking and outdoor activities and traveling

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

Calvin University
01.2025 - Current

Cashier and Cashier Trainer

Meijer
09.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Calvin University
Emma Duimstra