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Lauren Milani

@laurenariane

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Experienced print and digital designer looking for fully remote part-time or project-based work.

United States

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What I'm looking for

• Fully remote, part time or project based (preferably W-2 on recruiter or company payroll, but 1099 also okay)

• Traditional graphic designer role with a focus on print and simple digital assets (no animation, web development, video, etc)

• Preference for nonprofits advancing progressive/humanitarian causes + companies committed to progressive values and inclusive work culture

I’ve been freelancing for local and distant clients since 2015.

I have 15 years of experience as a graphic designer creating marketing and event collateral, publications, print ads, logos and brand visual identities, web/social media graphics, banner ads, digital presentations, digital publications and more!

I also create simple websites using Squarespace, Wix and similar platforms or customizing existing WordPress themes.

From nonprofits and individuals to small businesses and Fortune 500 companies, I provide thoughtful, effective design solutions tailored to your unique goals..

I want my work to be meaningful and I like working with nonprofits, businesses, and individuals who're trying to make a difference in the world. My dream client is an animal rights or animal welfare advocacy organization, but everyone is welcome!

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Graphic Designer

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Lauren Ariane Milani

Aug 2015 - Aug 2025 (10 years)

I provide graphic design services to a variety of clients ranging from nonprofits and educational institutions to small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Clients include Communities In Schools of Michigan, Beacon Roofing Supply, Lidl US, WOMAN Magazine Group, Aristotle, PredictIt, The National Health Law Program, The Education Trust, Art & Remembrance, and more.

Graphic Designer

American University

Sep 2011 - Jul 2015 (3 years 10 months)

Rebranded the Center for Teaching, Research and Learning creating a new logo and collateral. Designed posters, booklets, brochures, annual reports, conference programs and banners, giveaway items, hallway displays and signage, interactive documents and digital graphics. Handled communication with printers. Tested and customized WordPress themes for the Online Learning team.

Graphic Design Layout Design Logo Design Branding Brand Design Graphics Photography Photo Editing InDesign Illustrator Photoshop WordPress

Graphic Designer

Communities In Schools

Sep 2010 - Sep 2011 (1 year)

Designed logos, email and print templates, publications, publication covers, posters and postcards. Set up files for print and handled communication with printers. Edited images and video frames for online/social media use. Took documentary photography for use in several print and online publications.

Graphic Design Layout Design Logo Design Graphics Photography InDesign Illustrator Photoshop WordPress

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Northern Virginia Community College

Associate in Applied Science, Graphic Design

Grade: 4.0

Activities and societies: Phi Theta Kappa, AIGA Student Member, Art Directors Club of Metropolitan Washington student member, NOVA Fortnightly formerly The Student Voice (student newspaper), Student Art League, ECC (Environmental Campus Council), PIG (Photography Interest Group).

Graduated with honors. In addition to regular curricular classes, I took many others to hone my skills.

Scuola Superiore per Interpreti e Traduttori

Bachelor of Arts , Foreign Languages/Translation

Grade: 4.0

I earned my first college degree in Milan, Italy, inspired by my passion for travel and languages. Realizing a career as an interpreter or a translator wasn’t the right fit for me, I later enrolled in the graphic design program at Northern Virginia Community College, where I found a career that truly matched my creativity.