Paige Mikkal
Dedicated to creating connections between people and their audiences through the power of meaningful design, and currently seeking opportunities to exceed further.
- education
- University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR
- Bachelor of Arts
- Emphasis Fine Arts
- Minor Film
- skills
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding Design
- Layout Design
- Logo Design
- Illustration
- Fine Art Painting
- 3D Modeling & Animation
- Video Editing
- Digital & Film Photography
- tools
- Adobe Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Premiere
- WordPress - Elementor Pro, Crocoblock, Gravityforms
- Canva
- Figma
- Blender
- Final Cut Pro
- DaVinci Resolve
- experience
Freelance Design | 2023 – Present
Engaged with clients one-on-one improving my communication and collaboration skills. Provided the opportunity to translate client concepts into impactful designs and learn to be adaptable, deadline-driven, and dedicated to staying ahead of design trends.
Dave Creek Media | 7/2023 – 3/2024
Web Design Specialist, Full-time
Designed visually appealing, user-friendly website homepages and secondary pages. Implemented daily updates and maintenance on existing websites. Successfully collaborated with cross-functional teams while also demonstrating the ability to work independently. Executed projects efficiently and met deadlines.
Dave Creek Media | 1/2023 – 5/2023
Web Design Internship, Part-time
Cultivated a strong understanding of web process and layout design. Developed technical skills specific to website maintenance which allowed me to problem solve. Actively incorporated feedback into design solutions, and honed my ability to translate client visions into tangible web design elements.
UCA Vortex Magazine | 8/2020 – 5/2022
Magazine Layout Designer, Part-time
Planned and assembled placement, design, and production of the annual hard copy of the magazine and its online edition. Solved technical challenges quickly without complications. Communicated and worked effectively with team about edits, suggestions, and critiques. Completed work on time before firm deadlines.