MINÉ VAN HEERDEN
Newton,KS
Summary
Dynamic Graphic Design Student at Full Sail University, skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and project management. Successfully developed branding and marketing materials for a mall-based nut shop, enhancing customer engagement. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and deliver innovative design solutions that meet client objectives while adhering to tight deadlines.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Design Student
Full Sail University
Winter Park, Florida
07.2023 - 11.2025
- Developed branding for a mall-based nut shop including logo, signage, and marketing materials serving 300+ customers.
- Designed 10+ interactive Figma prototypes with responsive layouts, user flows, and reusable components.
- Constructed scalable design systems to enhance user experience and streamline development handoffs.
- Collaborated with peers on multimedia projects, applying industry-standard software to achieve cohesive outcomes.
- Researched and analyzed trends in digital media and entertainment fields.
- Participated in workshops to develop technical skills and knowledge applicable to design projects.
- Contributed to team discussions about project ideas and concepts.
- Managed time effectively to meet project deadlines consistently.
- Collaborated with peers on creative projects and presentations.
- Developed digital content for various multimedia assignments.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills in real-time project scenarios.
- Gave presentations on current topics relevant to the curriculum.
- Prepared and delivered presentations on subject-specific topics.
- Completed assigned readings and homework, enhancing understanding of subject matter.
- Mastered various software tools and platforms for online learning and assignments.
- Achieved academic honors and awards, recognizing exceptional performance.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Managed time effectively to balance academic, extracurricular, and personal responsibilities.
- Met regularly with academic advisors to ensure progress towards educational goals.
- Engaged in classroom discussions, demonstrating critical thinking skills.
- Utilized academic resources such as tutoring and office hours to improve performance.
- Participated actively in group projects, contributing to successful outcomes.
- Completed coursework in a broad range of subjects, developing a well-rounded education.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Created engaging visual designs for digital and print media.
- Designed user-friendly layouts for websites and mobile applications.
- Managed multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines efficiently.
- Edited images and graphics using Adobe Creative Suite tools.
- Conducted research on industry trends to enhance design strategies.
- Developed graphics, logos and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
- Designed print materials such as brochures, flyers and posters for marketing campaigns.
- Edited photographs for use in digital media platforms including web banners and social media posts.
- Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.
- Submitted design ideas to plan projects with customers and managers.
- Assisted in selecting colors, images, text style and layout for each project.
- Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
- Developed, designed, laid out and produced a variety of technical illustrations for brochures, banners, and signs.
- Selected colors and themes while adding functionality to create new designs.
- Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters, and other promotional materials.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in graphic design technologies.
- Produced promotional displays, packaging and marketing collateral for retail environments.
- Designed compelling graphics and visual materials for marketing campaigns across various platforms.
- Maintained a digital asset library, organizing graphics, photos, and artwork for easy access.
- Executed photo editing and manipulation tasks to enhance visual content.
- Conducted research on design trends to maintain fresh and relevant visual content.
- Managed multiple design projects to ensure timely delivery while maintaining brand standards.
- Utilized typography, color, and layout to enhance visual communication and message clarity.
- Articulated design choices and revisions to stakeholders during presentations of design concepts.
- Implemented client feedback into design revisions, ensuring final deliverables met project requirements.
- Developed wireframes and prototypes for website design projects, focusing on user experience.
- Analyzed and interpreted client briefs to create designs that meet business objectives.
- Reviewed final layouts, making improvements and suggestions as needed.
- Oversaw product design, print design and marketing collateral from concept to completion.
- Studied photographs and other graphics to plan materials, products, or services.
- Determined size and layout of copy material and selected styles and size of fonts.
- Produced vector and animated graphics for portions of television broadcasts.
- Keyed data and parameters into computer equipment to produce layouts and concept drawings for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL11-2025
Skills
- Graphic design
- Brand Identity
- Branding
- Branding development
- Branding strategies
- Brand strategy
- Visual Storytelling
- Visual storytelling techniques
- Visual communication
- Visual design
- Digital Illustration
- Infographics creation
- Typography
- Logo Design
- Logo creation
- Page Layout
- Layout design
- Packaging design
- Print design
- Website design
- Web design
- Website graphics
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Adobe Suite
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- InDesign
- Lightroom
- Acrobat Pro
- Team Collaboration
- Premiere Pro
- Video editing
- Digital imagery
- Graphics insertion
- Figma prototypes
- Interactive Prototypes
- UI/UX Design
- User experience
- User research
- Design research
- Information design
- Infographics creation
- Promotional design
- Marketing Collateral
- Marketing media
- Presentation Design
- Presentation design
- PDF Production
- Production management
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration
- Social media design
- Media design
- Accessibility design
- Sketching
- Advanced design tools
- Designing pages
- Billboard design
- Visual storytelling techniques
- Typography
- Designing pages
- Sketching
- Infographics creation
Projects
- Full Sail University Design Portfolio, 07/01/23 - 11/01/25, Developed branding for a mall-based nut shop including logo, signage, and marketing materials serving 300+ customers., Designed 10+ interactive Figma prototypes with responsive layouts, user flows, and reusable components., Constructed scalable design systems to enhance user experience and streamline development handoffs.
- Perfect Glow Grooming | Full Sail University, 09/01/25 - 10/01/25, Created full brand identity package including logo, poster, merchandise, and mobile van graphics presented to 500+ audience., Collaborated with a team of four peers to ensure consistency and quality across all assets., Delivered cohesive visual marketing materials leveraging Adobe Illustrator and InDesign.
- Nutty Cascade | Full Sail University, 01/01/25 - 02/01/25, Built full branding package including logo, color palette, signage, and marketing materials targeting 300+ customers., Designed in-store signage: 10+ product labels, 5 display boards, 3 promotional banners., Produced 15+ social media graphics, boosting engagement and brand awareness.
Honors Affiliations
NSCS - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Honor Roll, 4.0, Recognized for consistent academic excellence and creative leadership
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: 1
- Title: Brand Identity & Visual Systems Designer
- Work Permit: Authorized to work anywhere in the USA
Timeline
Graphic Design Student
Full Sail University
07.2023 - 11.2025
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Full Sail University