Emilie Hughes
About Emilie Hughes
Emilie Hughes is a graphic designer based in Richmond, Virginia, specializing in identity systems and brand design with a focus on typography. She has experience working at Great Minds and has previously held positions at Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Chipotle Mexican Grill.
Current Role at Great Minds
Emilie Hughes currently serves as a Graphic Designer at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on creating visual content that aligns with the organization's mission. Her work emphasizes identity systems and brand design, showcasing her expertise in typography. Emilie has been instrumental in various design projects that enhance communication and problem-solving within the organization.
Previous Experience at Great Minds
Before her current position, Emilie Hughes worked as a Graphic Design Intern at Great Minds for four months in 2020. During this internship, she gained practical experience in graphic design and contributed to several projects that supported the company's branding efforts. This role allowed her to develop her skills in a professional setting and provided a foundation for her subsequent work as a full-time graphic designer.
Background in Graphic Design Education
Emilie Hughes has a solid educational background in graphic design. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design from Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts, completing her studies in 2020. Prior to this, she studied at the Santa Reparata International School of Art, where she focused on graphic design for 11 months in 2019. Her education also includes a High School Diploma from Arnold R Burton Technology Center, where she specialized in Visual Arts.
Early Career Experience
Emilie Hughes began her career in the food service industry, working as a Crew Member at Chipotle Mexican Grill for four months in 2018 and later at Tropical Smoothie Cafe for seven months from 2019 to 2020. These early roles provided her with valuable customer service experience and teamwork skills, which she has since applied in her graphic design career.