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Elena
Minxiang
Michaud
(347) 501-0324
elliemmichaud@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/EllieMichaud
elliemichaud.com
Education
Google UX Design
Professional Certificate
January 2025
SUNY Binghamton University
Harpur College of Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
Minor in Digital & Data Studies
May 2024
Skills
Software
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop,
Illustrator, InDesign, basic AfterEffects),
Lightroom, Acrobat, Figma, Canva,
Tableau, Klayvio, Substack, ChatGPT,
Microsoft Suite, Google Suite,
Slack, RStudio
Design & Creative
Logo creation, typography, color
theory, photography, composition,
branding, UX/UI basics, digital &
print asset creation, marketing
collateral, social media graphics
Other
Print production, file preparation and
optimization, digital asset organization,
workflow management
Java, C, basic R, Python,
basic HTML, basic CSS
About
Creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with passion for visual storytelling and problem-solving. Proven ability to collaborate, manage relationships and drive processes within team. Thrives in fast-paced environments, balancing creativity with efficiency. Known for keen eye for composition, strong organizational skills and ability to adapt designs to various platforms and audiences.
Experience
M.M.LaFleur, Manhattan, NY
Graphic Design Intern
August 2024 —Present
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Support digital and print design initiatives, creating assets for e-commerce, social media, email marketing, advertising, and in-store signage.
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Collaborate cross-functionally with Art Director, Marketing, and E-commerce teams to develop visually compelling designs aligned with brand identity.
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Prepare final files for digital and print production, ensuring technical accuracy and high design standards in fast-paced, deadline-driven projects.
Binghamton University Division of Student Affairs, Binghamton, NY
Graphic Design Student Assistant
August 2023 — May 2024
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Designed digital and print materials, including flyers, signage, and multimedia presentations, to promote campus programs and services.
- Partnered with ten university departments, guiding clients through design process and ensuring alignment with Binghamton University’s brand strategy and visual identity.
International Rescue Committee, NYSA, Manhattan, NY
Graphic Design Intern
June 2023 — August 2023
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Designed 2023 Yearbook for Newcomer Youth Summer Academy, including cover art, layout, and theme development, providing meaningful keepsake for students.
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Led 16 staff through each step of design process from initial sketches and contact sheets to revised drafts. Final product employed Adobe Creative Suite to deliver a book that fully embodied IRC’s mission and brand.
RENA Fashion Magazine, Binghamton, NY
Layout Designer, Social Media Chair
February 2023 — May 2024
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Managed digital and print layout for startup’s semesterly magazine.
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Coordinated with fellow executive board members to plan dates, define themes, assure seamless logistics, and market annual fashion show.
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Created social-media posts, promotional videos, and other design assets (ticketing, stickers, flyers, photo editing) to increase ticket sales and student-body engagement with the annual fashion show.
Binghamton University Student Association, SA Ink, Binghamton, NY
Manager
August 2022 — May 2024
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Promoted from clerk to manager of student-run print operation, overseeing team of ten clerks. Managerial responsibilities include hiring, firing, training and scheduling.
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Managed workflow optimization, vendor communications and print production, improving efficiency and service quality.
- Developed comprehensive documentation of office processes, ensuring seamless operations after unexpected leadership transitions.