Em Meurer

Em meurer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Designer | Field Associates Communications Chair

  • Education

    • Ursuline academy-cincinnati

      2010 - 2014
      High school

      Activities and Societies: Big Brothers Big Sisters, Ursuline Academy Stage Company Costumes Design (Department Head, Junior and Senior Year), Odyssey of the Mind (Ohio State Champions), National Honors Society. A private, Catholic girls school located in Blue Ash, Ohio. Graduated with honors.

    • University of cincinnati

      2014 - 2019
      Bachelor of science - bs graphic communication design

      Activities and Societies: Honors Program, Member of Alpha Rho Chi Fraternity, DAAP Tribunal (Student Government) I am pursuing a bachelor of science in design in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP), participating in the Professional Practice Program, alternating semesters of classroom study with work in the field of design. I was the president of DAAPtribunal (DAAP's branch of Undergraduate Student Government) for Fall Semester 2017 through Summer 2018. Previously I served as the social media manager and the vice president.I also managed DAAP's snapchat and… Show more I am pursuing a bachelor of science in design in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP), participating in the Professional Practice Program, alternating semesters of classroom study with work in the field of design. I was the president of DAAPtribunal (DAAP's branch of Undergraduate Student Government) for Fall Semester 2017 through Summer 2018. Previously I served as the social media manager and the vice president.I also managed DAAP's snapchat and DAAPtribunal's social media, where I focussed on bringing and positive inside look at the daily happenings within DAAP and the accomplishments of students, both in school and on co-op experiences. Show less

  • Experience

    • Which wich superior sandwiches

      Jul 2013 - Aug 2014
      Sandwich artist

      Sandwich shop that guarantees the highest quality customizable subs. Prepared food and ingredients, interacted with customers, operated the cash register, cleaned, welcomed, and trained new employees.

    • Target

      May 2015 - Dec 2015
      Starbucks barista

      Engaged with customers to prepare handcrafted espresso, blended, and tea beverages. Customer satisfaction is a top priority, and being friendly and quick with our service is important to me when helping a guest.

    • Interbrand design forum

      Jan 2016 - Apr 2016
      Graphic design intern

      Assisted in creating iconic brand experiences that transform the way people engage, shop, and buy through graphic elements that live inside of a brand environment, marketing presentations, and brand guidelines.

    • Audible, inc.

      Aug 2016 - Dec 2016
      Brand creative intern

      Worked on the Brand Platform team to uphold Audible’s branding standards across multiple platforms. Assisted in creating cover assets, brand systems, internalcommunications, communication with vendors, styled celebrity photoshoots, and provided art direction.

    • Gensler

      May 2017 - Dec 2018
      Brand design intern

      Created environmental graphics, brand platform design, production art, digital design assets, and project documentation. Assisted in research, client creative visioning sessions, and compiling strategic plans into understandable presentations.

    • Handzy shop + studio

      Apr 2019 - Dec 2019
      Retail, wholesale, and social media manager

      Helped customers, managed inventory, and fulfilled wholesale and online orders. Assisted on photoshoots, scheduled, and created content for Handzy and Gumdrop (their sister store)’s social media (11.6K followers). Represented brand at markets and fairs around the Cincinnati area.

    • Ahalogy

      Jan 2020 - Mar 2020
      Designer, paid creative

      Designed advertisements that utilize micro-influencer photography. Worked to create content to teach content creators basic design skills and better communicate our team’s needs to them.

    • Nelson worldwide

      Mar 2020 - Oct 2021
      Environmental graphic designer, associate — lifestyle + hospitality

      Worked within the Lifestyle Practice Area to design environmental graphics and signage for offices, major hospitality and retail brands. Created and expanded upon logo designs, brand positioning, environmental brand standards, and client presentations.

    • Gensler

      Oct 2021 - now
      Brand designer
    • Handzy shop + studio

      Nov 2021 - Jan 2022
      Sales associate
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified crematory operator

      Iccfa - international cemetery, cremation and funeral association
      Mar 2019
    • Death companioning initiate

      School of american thanatology
      May 2020
    • Skills for inclusive conversations

      Linkedin
      Dec 2021
      View certificate certificate