Marissa Gruenke
About Marissa Gruenke
Marissa Gruenke is a designer with a Bachelor of Design in Visual Communications from Alberta College of Art + Design. She has experience working at various companies, including BusPatrol and Nakisa, and has volunteered at The Yellow Door in Montreal.
Work at BusPatrol
Marissa Gruenke has been employed as a Designer at BusPatrol since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the design and development of various projects within the organization. Her work focuses on enhancing the visual communication and branding efforts of BusPatrol, which is known for its commitment to improving student safety through innovative technology.
Education and Expertise
Marissa Gruenke studied at the Alberta College of Art + Design, where she pursued a Bachelor of Design in Visual Communications Design from 2015 to 2019. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in design principles, visual storytelling, and effective communication strategies, which she applies in her professional roles.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current position at BusPatrol, Marissa worked at Nakisa as a Designer for one year in the Montreal area from 2019 to 2020. She also completed an internship at ATB Financial in 2018, where she gained valuable experience in design for 11 months in Calgary. Additionally, she worked as a Contract Designer/Illustrator at RBC for 11 months in 2019 and served as a Bar Coordinator at the Alberta College of Art + Design from 2016 to 2019.
Volunteer Work
Marissa has been actively volunteering at The Yellow Door / La Porte Jaune since 2021. In this role, she engages in community service and contributes her design skills to support the organization's initiatives. This volunteer work complements her professional experience and showcases her commitment to community involvement.
Early Career Roles
In her early career, Marissa worked as a Gardener at Les Pousses urbaines in 2013 for 11 months. This role provided her with hands-on experience in urban gardening and community engagement, which contributed to her diverse skill set before she transitioned into the design field.