Bringing Diverse Perspectives to Every Opportunity

I'm a graphic designer with expertise in print and digital design, skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. I thrive in cross-functional collaborations, delivering compelling visuals that maintain brand integrity and drive impact.

References available upon request

Education

Associate of Arts: Applied Graphic Design / Digital Imaging

Laney College, Oakland, CA

  • GPA: 4.0

Bachelor of Science: Kinesiology - Exercise Science

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Pomona, CA

  • GPA: 3.23

Experience

Junior Digital Designer, GU Energy Labs, Berkeley, CA, February 2025 — Current

Promoted from part-time production design role to full-time Junior Digital Designer, where I handle creative execution of brand assets across digital and print. I work on everything from concept development to final delivery, collaborating across teams to keep our visual identity consistent.

• Multi-channel design: Create social media graphics, email campaigns, website assets, print collateral, and internal materials for marketing campaigns, events, and product launches.

• Email optimization specialist: Design and A/B test email campaigns, comparing static lifestyle product photography against animated GIFs featuring product renders, while optimizing color schemes and layouts to maximize engagement and conversion.

• Systems and efficiency: Develop and maintain Figma templates to streamline team workflows and ensure brand consistency across all creative output.

• Event marketing collaboration: Partner with Experiential Marketing team at signature events like Western States Endurance Run, managing booth setup, product sampling, and on-site logistics to enhance attendee experience.

• Project leadership: Manage multiple concurrent projects with tight deadlines, incorporating feedback from Brand and Design Manager to ensure all deliverables meet brand consistency standards and design quality expectations.

Design Intern -> Contract Designer, Teamworks, Durham, NC (Remote), June 2024 — Current

Teamworks is a platform that streamlines communication and operations for athletes and organizations.
I support the Brand & Creative Design team within Marketing, delivering on-brand visuals across digital campaigns and internal initiatives.

  • Transitioned from intern to contract designer, continuing to support high-priority product marketing initiatives.

  • Produce branded announcement videos in After Effects using pre-built templates—customizing content with school logos, athlete footage, and music to showcase new General Manager (GM) school partnerships.

  • Design one-pagers and multi-slide presentation decks that promote product features and aid in sales conversations.

  • Create assets for digital campaigns, including social media graphics, display ads, and email visuals.

  • Apply UX and layout best practices using Figma to enhance clarity and engagement across design deliverables.

  • Develop and maintain Figma design templates to ensure consistency across brand touchpoints.

  • Participate in brainstorming sessions for visual concepts, product launches, and marketing strategies.

  • Organize design files and manage timelines to ensure efficient delivery of assets.

Graphic Designer, City of Albany, CA, November 2022 — June 2025

The City of Albany is a community-focused municipality where I created digital and print assets for citywide use, ensuring brand alignment across all materials.

  • Designed flyers, banners, posters, brochures, web graphics, and email campaigns.

  • Maintained visual consistency for public initiatives, delivering quality work under tight deadlines

  • Designed and produce the City of Albany's Activity Guide, a comprehensive publication featuring monthly events, community updates, and activities for youth, adults, and seniors.

  • Collaborated with city departments to create cohesive and visually engaging design assets, event materials, and community outreach graphics, ensuring consistency and accessibility across all materials.

San Jose Sharks x Adobe Creator Fellowship, San Jose, CA, June 2023 — October 2023

Selected as one of eight designers for a competitive fellowship with the San Jose Sharks and Adobe, gaining mentorship and experience across multiple design disciplines.

  • Worked on design projects assigned by the Sharks' design team, creating static and motion graphics, photography, videography, and LED designs that could be used throughout the regular season to highlight key players and events.

Skills

  • Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Lightroom), with strong experience creating both digital and print designs.

  • Experienced in using Notion, Slack, and Microsoft Teams for effective communication, collaboration, and task management across cross-functional teams.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and Framer.

  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.

  • Ability to conduct comprehensive user research and usability testing.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Hobbies

  • Outdoor sports, including mountain biking, softball, snowboarding, and rock climbing

  • Photography, with a focus on capturing action sports and nature

  • Exploring new activities that push me out of my comfort zone and challenge creativity and physical endurance

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Copyright 2024 by Emily Ferreira

Copyright 2024 by Emily Ferreira

Copyright 2024 by Emily Ferreira