About ✌︎
Heather Zulim
“Digital design is like painting, except the paint never dries.”
— Nevill Brody
It’s a multifaceted sport of design out there in this boundless world, and my interests lie in both realms of print and digital. My greatest excitement comes from picking apart a story or idea and piecing it all back together visually, especially when I consider new and experimental ways of going about this. Design can be more than a tool that communicates clearly, it can also be a method to spark new ideas, problem-solve, and even inspire others to dig a little deeper.
My objective for design and working with others is to understand the design problem and represent the solution in the best possible way. Past work experience has equipped me with the ability to effectively execute meaningful design with a purpose. I have learned how to creatively problem-solve and work well under pressure to create excellent design with lasting results.
Skillset
UX/UI Tools Sketch, InVision, Figma, Abstract
UX/UI Process User research, User testing, AB Testing, Wire framing, Prototyping
Accessibility Stark, Deque, LinkedIn Learning Certifications
Web Design HTML, CSS, basic JavaScript, Squarespace, Webflow, Wordpress, various CMS tools
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom, Xd
Photography Canon T2i
Videography Premiere Pro
Animation Principal, AE
Print
Typography and Lettering
Communication Skills
Social Media Hootsuite, Google Analytics, Facebook Advertising, SEO understanding
Project Management Mavenlink, Basecamp, Slack, Bitrix24, Trello, Asana, Notion, Jira, Rally
Microsoft Word, PPT, Excel
G suite
Quirks
Technical skills aside, I’m an avid runner, camper, once-in-awhile cyclist, aspiring foodie, and all-around-hobbyist. Being creative, I am in a constant state of wanting to cut my teeth on anything I can. I cherish travel and meeting new people who introduce me to new ideas and ways to consider problem-solving. Overall, give me something new, and I’m usually intrigued.
Clients
This could be you!
Let’s grab some coffee, exchange some emails, and put your ideas into action.
✐ Inquire within the email postal service.
Awards
Robert B. McMillen Scholarship
2014 – 2016 Annual Scholarship
Annual Scholarship competition based on talent for students pursuing higher education in Visual Arts in Washington or Alaska. Rigorous application and interview process.
The winner is awarded full tuition towards the university they attend.
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Margaret Sutton Visual Arts Scholarship
2014 – 2016 Annual Scholarship
This art scholarship is awarded to Art Students at SPU who show a skill-set for excellent design and hard work. The recipients are well-rounded in both their practice and writing skills.
Fine and Performing Art Scholarship
2012 – 2016 Annual Scholarship
Excellence in the student's specific art concentration.
Education
Seattle Pacific University
2012 – 2016 Honors
B.A. in Visual Communications, and Art History
Minor in New Media
University of the Arts London: Central Saint Martin
2015
Certificate for Graphic Design
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Work Experience
American Express
Product Designer
January 2021 – Current
B2C and B2B for all of LoungeBuddy’s products
website and app
Gilmour Craves
Graphic/UI Designer
David Gilmour
415.431.9955 x301
Feb 2018 – January 2021
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work
Aureflam Corporation — Pho Hoa / Jazen Tea
Graphic Designer and Social Media Coordinator
Thi Nguyen, Marketing Manager / Sales Manager
949.232.8803
2017 – 2018
websites: Pho Hoa / Jazen Tea
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FUEL Creative Group
Graphic Designer
Brent Rector, Creative Director
916.508.1546
2016 – 2017
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work
Seattle Pacific University Communications
Graphic Design Intern
Dale Kegley, Creative Director
206.281.2051
2015 – 2016
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SPU AIGA President
Student Chapter Board
Karen Gutowsky-Zimmerman, Professor
206.281.2079
2015 – 2016
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KSPU Radio Station
Publicist
Liz Gruchala-Gilbert, Director
206.417.9971
2014 – 2016
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work
McNally Temple Associates
Graphic Design Intern
Deb Rasmussen, Graphic Designer
916.296.4321
2012 – 2014
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Fremont Abbey Art Center
Graphic Design Intern
Nathan Marion, CEO
360.303.4303
2013 – 2014
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