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Hello,

My name is Anika Poulsen, and I’m a graphic designer and illustrator. My design philosophy is rooted in the practice of observation—taking the time to look closely at my surroundings and drawing inspiration from the world around me. This approach informs my process, allowing me to to take in my surroundings, analyze details, and translate them into intentional, impactful design.

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In 2025 I graduated from PLNU with a BA in Graphic Design, concentrating in marketing. Through my studies, I developed a strong sense of typography, branding, composition, and visual communication. My attention to detail, curiosity, and ability to analyze design from both an aesthetic and strategic perspective enable me to create unique projects catered to a variety of audiences. I am passionate about producing designs that are reflective of the space they were created in, visually interesting, functional, and long lasting. I look forward to collaborating on projects that contribute to a more meaningful and well-designed world.

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Education

Point Loma Nazarene University | BA, Graphic Design, Marketing Concentration

Experience

PLNU Undergraduate Admissions Graphic Design Intern

San Diego, CA                                                                                                            Sept 2024 – May 2025

  • Designed physical marketing materials such as stickers, pins, and postcards

  • Designed digital marketing materials such as email banners, prospective student informational calendars, Instagram posts, Instagram reels, and lobby ads

  • Created new brand identities for SEA Scholars first-gen preview program and Elevate Nazarene Conference

  • Ensured print and digital materials align with PLNU's visual identity

 

PLNU Admissions Event Ambassador

San Diego, CA                                                                                                            Sept 2020 – May 2025

  • Planned and facilitated events for PLNU prospective students that helped increase student enrollment

  • Spoke on panels for over 100 incoming freshman and transfer students during Preview Day events

  • Designed PLNU Preview Day website, PLNU Admissions Instagram logo, Preview Day event ambassador t-shirts for 2023 and 2024, and a signage system used to direct campus navigation during events

  • Created digital content for Instagram promoting PLNU events to prospective students

 

 

Freelance Design and Illustration

San Diego, CA | Seattle, WA                                                                                               Jan 2021– Present

  • Awarded first place in the Visual Arts category of the 2024 creative arts journal, Driftwood

  • Customized merchandise line for bands Several Other Ghosts, Justin Harden, and Boy Idealist

  • Assisted authors such as Emma McCoy through illustrating personalized concept art

  • Developed logos and branding materials for individuals and companies including blogger Kelly Miller, crab processing company GKC Holdings, and newspaper The Point

 

 

Edmonds Art Festival Design Intern

Edmonds, WA                                                                                                            May 2023 – June 2023

  • Redesigned outdated signage to ensure festival accessibility

  • Created social media posts for Instagram and Facebook, increasing festival awareness

  • Ensured website displayed current information

  • Collaborated with art directors and artists to curate and display juried and student artworks

welcome to my portfolio !

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