JSouthDesign
Hello, I'm Julia!
My passion for design ignited at an early age, teaching myself the foundations of drawing through online resources like YouTube. I bought my first digital art tablet freshman year of high school and began creating assorted designs for my friends. Motivated by desire to expand my knowledge and skills, I pursued a B.F.A. in Communication Design learning the latest software and principles for design. My senior year, I completed an internship at Silkworm Inc., developing a profound appreciation for collaboration and the value of seeking feedback on my designs.
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When I’m not designing, I love to play video games with my friends like Overwatch 2, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Elder Scrolls Online. I love the problem-solving aspect of videogames and working alongside a team to achieve a win. If you believe I would be an asset to your team, please
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JULIA SOUTHGATE
Graphic Designer
Communication Design B.F.A | 3.9 GPA
During my studies, I gained a strong foundation in design principles and user-centered design.
EDUCATION
2019-2022
B.F.A. Communication Design
Southern Illinois University
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2017-2019
Generals
John A. Logan College
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite
-Illustrator
-Photoshop
-InDesign
-After Effects
-Aero-XD
-Dimension
WordPress
Wix
BlueHost
Figma
Webflow
Miro
Blender
Procreate
HTML 5 / CSS 3
Discord
Slack
Basecamp
Zoom
Professional
Problem-solving
User Experience Surveying
Journey Mapping
User Persona Creation
Target Audience Research
Critical Thinking
Communication
Creativity
Attention to detail
Time-Management
Adaptability
Research
Other
Illustration
Screen Printing
Writing
Motion Graphics
3D Illustration
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
Jan. 2022 - Aug. 2022
Silkworm Inc. | Murphysboro, IL
Graphic Design Intern
-Created designs upon client’s request
-Learned procedures for adjusting designs to print
-Critical thinking for achieving designs requested by client
-Used problem solving for designs going to the print press
-Proofed artwork for clients
-Adapted to changing environments in a high-paced position
-Quick turn around designs of product
-Utilized Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
-Joined scheduled weekly meetings for training
-Contributed to sketching, research, and output
-Assisted with team members from sales to the print team
-Artwork designed for output to be screen printed
-Measured fabrics for artwork
-Participated in team building exercises
-Adjusted designs for print
-Fixed old designs to be printed
-Adjusted designs accordingly to client’s changes
-Designed artwork for production like cups, pens, clips etc.
-Communicated with clients
PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE
Aug. 2019 - Dec. 2021
Southern Illinois Records Management | Carbondale, IL
Student Worker
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May 2016 - Nov. 2017
Castle Perilous Games and Books | Carbondale, IL
Cashier / Customer Service
HONORS / AWARDS
2019 - Present
Golden Key Club Honor Society
Member
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2019 - 2022
SIUC Dean's List
Academic Honors
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2019
Logo Contest Winner
Southern Illinois University's Club | Journal of Fantasy and Fan Cultures
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2019
SIUC Dean's Transfer Scholar
Scholarship
2017 - Present
Phi Theta Kappa
Member
2016
Silver Key Award
Scholastic Art & Writing​