Rachel Giardina
About Rachel Giardina
Rachel Giardina is a User Experience Designer currently employed at American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio. She has a background in graphic design and has held various positions in the field, including roles at PRSPX, RUDIS, and Century Resources.
Work at American Electric Power
Rachel Giardina currently holds the position of User Experience Designer at American Electric Power. She has been with the company since 2023, contributing her expertise in user experience design within the Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area. Her role involves enhancing user interactions and improving the overall design of digital platforms.
Previous Experience in Graphic Design
Prior to her current role, Rachel Giardina worked at RUDIS as a Graphic Designer from 2020 to 2022. She initially joined RUDIS for a brief period in 2020, where she worked for two months before returning for a two-year tenure. Additionally, she served as a Senior Graphic Designer at Century Resources from 2022 to 2023, where she applied her graphic design skills in a senior capacity.
Internship Experience at PRSPX
Rachel Giardina gained valuable experience as a Creative Strategist intern at PRSPX in 2014. During her six-month internship in Dublin, Ohio, she developed her skills in creative strategy, which laid the foundation for her future roles in graphic and user experience design.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Giardina studied at Columbus College of Art & Design from 2012 to 2016, focusing on Advertising and Graphic Design. She furthered her education at The Ohio State University, where she completed a certification in UX UI design in 2022. This combination of education has equipped her with a strong foundation in both graphic design and user experience.
Freelance Graphic Design Work
In addition to her full-time positions, Rachel Giardina worked as a Freelance Graphic Designer at PRSPX from 2016 to 2017. This role allowed her to apply her design skills in various projects while gaining experience in a freelance capacity, further enhancing her portfolio.