MICHELLE IRWIN

Graphic Designer

irwinmichelle2026@gmail.com | Concord, NC | www.michelleirwin.space

Summary_______________________________________________

I am a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with 2+ years of experience developing visually compelling digital and print assets that engage diverse audiences. I translate complex information into clear, accessible, and brand-consistent designs, including logos, social media templates, annual reports, and program identities. I am skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat, Express) and knowledgeable in 508 accessibility standards, layout principles, and visual storytelling. I collaborate effectively across teams to deliver high-quality designs on tight timelines, enhancing brand presence and audience engagement.

Skills__________________________________________________

• Adobe Illustrator                                                       • Creative Thinking      

• Branding & Identity Fundamentals • Print & Digital Design

• Adobe InDesign • Problem Solving

• 508 Accessibility Compliance • Layout & Composition

• Adobe Acrobat • Consistency

• Microsoft PowerPoint Collaboration • Visual Hierarchy

• Adobe Express

Experience______________________________________________

NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities

Graphic Designer,

04/2024 - 01/2026

• Developed visually compelling digital and print assets aligned with brand guidelines, supporting marketing campaigns and increasing audience engagement.

• Translated business objectives into clear visual concepts, ensuring consistency across web, social media, email, and offline collateral.

• Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing and content teams to deliver

high-impact designs within tight deadlines.

• Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, maintaining quality standards while meeting production timelines.

• Optimized creative assets based on performance metrics and stakeholder feedback to improve conversion and brand visibility.

NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities

Graphic Design Intern,

08/2023 - 02/2024

• Supported the design team in producing digital and print assets, ensuring alignment with brand standards and campaign objectives.

• Contributed original design concepts for social media, presentations, and marketing collateral, increasing visual consistency across platforms.

• Assisted in preparing production-ready files, reducing revision cycles and improving workflow efficiency.

• Collaborated with marketing and content teams to translate briefs into clear, audience-focused visual solutions.

• Applied feedback from senior designers to refine layouts, typography, and visual hierarchy, strengthening overall design quality.

North Carolina Music Hall of Fame

Graphic Design Intern

01/2023 - 05/2023

• Designed social media graphics, email banners, and print collateral aligned with established brand guidelines, supporting campaign visibility and engagement.

• Assisted senior designers in developing creative concepts from brief to execution, contributing to timely project delivery.

• Prepared and optimized production-ready files for digital and print, minimizing revisions and ensuring quality standards.

• Conducted visual research and competitor analysis to inform design direction and strengthen campaign positioning.

• Incorporated stakeholder feedback to improve layout clarity, typography consistency, and overall user experience.

Education and Training ______________________________________

Rowan Cabarrus Community College Kannapolis

Associate of Applied Science in NC Degree in Graphic Design,

Ball State University, Muncie

Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education (Taught elementary students)

Purdue University, West Lafayette

Associate Degree in Reading Recovery

Amber's Beauty School, Muncie

Cosmetology License