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Katie L

- Research Program Mentor

Industry expert at Brigham Young University

Expertise

Graphic Design and Brand Strategy

Bio

Hi! I'm Katie. I've always been interested in visual arts, and first entered the world of design in high school, where I took a fashion design class and learned principles of design such as contrast, visual hierarchy, color, unity, and proportion. I went on to study graphic design at university and learned how to apply those principles to print and web formats. I was fascinated by the idea of visual communication and making important information easy and enjoyable to consume. I now own my own company, where I work as a branding designer. I help small businesses create a visual presence (logo, website, business cards, etc.) that will connect with and attract their ideal audience. I love experiencing cultures, and have spent time living and volunteering in Russia, Belgium, and the Netherlands, where I learned a lot observing other cultures' communication and style. I enjoy painting, reading, and thrifting. I'm very excited to get to know students with an interest in design, marketing, business, and Adobe programs. Looking forward to getting to know you!

Project ideas

Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.

Designing + Launching Your Own Website

Not only will we launch your website from start to finish (wireframes, mockups, and publishing on a web hosting service), but we will study UX/UI elements of successful and user-friendly websites.

How Isolation Affects a Culture's Art

We will study Japan in its period of isolation in the 17th century and how that isolation affected the artistic expression of the time.

Coding skills

CSS

Languages I know

Dutch

Teaching experience

While living in Los Angeles, I volunteered weekly to help adults practice English and help youth with their middle and high school homework.

Credentials

Work experience

BrandHaus Labs (2018 - Current)
Owner and Chief Designer
Hales Creative (2017 - 2017)
Magazine Designer

Education

Brigham Young University
BA Bachelor of Arts (2017)
European Studies, Graphic Design

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