I'm Lauren Nickels, a graphic designer passionate about all things branding and packaging!
I graduated from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in the fall of 2025 with a BFA in Visual Communication Design.
My design philosophy is based around a never-ending drive to keep learning, and I like to spend my time playing elaborate board games, petting my cat Frodo, and watching prehistoric nature documentaries.
My Skills
Branding
Illustration
HTML & CSS
Coding
Logo Design
Packaging
UI & UX Design
UI & UX Design
Collaboration
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Video & Motion
Graphics
Experience
05.2026 – 08.2026
Current Agency
Brand/Visual Design Apprentice
01.2026 – 05.2026
BCom Solutions
Digital Creative Intern
05.2025 – 04.2026
Chicago Transit Authority
Graphic Design Intern
03.2022 – Present
Lauren Elise Designs
Freelance Graphic Design
Education
08.2022 – 12.2025
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago
BFA – Visual Communication Design
07.2021 – 08.2021
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Pre-College Program – Graphic Design
