Alana Spiro
As an award-winning graphic designer and graduate from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, I strive to find the why behind every detail and design with intentionality and sophistication. I am a creative problem solver up for any design challenge while designing solutions with purpose.
I am passionate about brand development, typography, and UI UX web design. I have worked in agency environments, in-house, independently, and I am always open to freelance opportunities.
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EXPERIENCE
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
JONATHAN Y
Aug 2023-Present
New York City, NY
Acting creative director and design lead in charge of re-designing web presence, brand identity, assets, and deliverables for several different in-house brands. Direct and coordinate all ongoing brand identities in accordance with the new rebranded aesthetics. Work with product development team on upcoming product launches, from packaging design to products. Work with marketing and social media team to create content in our studio and destination shoots.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
The Gate
March 2024
Remote
Designed a motion reel and UX kit for an internal video series for their client, Capitol Group. Collaborated with the creative team in an agency environment. Created deliverables that fulfilled the client’s wishes while maintaining in accordance with the given brand guideline.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Panic Panties
Jan 2023-May 2023
Remote
Created mockups of products and packaging to send to potential vendors. Conceptualized and executed marketing materials for product branding in virtual and retail stores including carton designs, social media posts, banners, etc. Designed the landing page customers to learn about the product, brand, and story.
EDUCATION
S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science: Graphic Design
GPA: 3.8 | Dean’s List | May 2023
David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics Syracuse University
Minor: Nutrition
Dean’s List | May 2023
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Topix Pharmaceuticals
Aug 2022–Jan 2023
Remote
Created product shots and mockups of pharmaceutical product lines for clients. Conceptualized label designs independently as well as with the creative team. Created a customization guide for new clients to go through to streamline what design style they are looking for in a simple step-by-step process.
PRINT DESIGNER
Baked Magazine
January 2021–May 2023
Syracuse, NY
Designed layouts and spreads for the bi-annual magazine publication providing fun recipes, light-hearted anecdotes, and other food related content. Attended routine meetings and workshops to help develop and fine tune the publication. Worked with other creatives to create visually appealing visuals and spreads.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
The Orange Network
Aug 2022–May 2023
Syracuse, NY
Conceptualized branding and motion reels for various original network shows. Created posters for show promotions and awareness. Collaborated with the creative team to develop show design aesthetics.
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Cloud Aero, After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro
Web Design Figma, Adobe XD, Squarespace, Glyphs Mini
Media PlatformsInstagram, Tiktok, X, Facebook,
YouTube, Linkedin, Snapchat, Pintrest
Work Skills Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Slack, Procreate, Canva, Dropbox, Klaviyo, ChatGPT
AWARDS
GDUSA American Graphic Design Award Winner Ex Sunscreen Capstone project (2023)
& Pixels and Print: Salt City Harvest Farm (2022)
Graphis Honorable Mention: Chinese New Year Stamps