Ellie Kestner
About Ellie Kestner
Ellie Kestner is a Product Designer II at Sezzle, with a background in graphic design and a strong interest in brand design and visual storytelling. She has held various roles in design, including Director of Electronic Communications at Delta Gamma and Graphic Designer at The Wake Student Magazine.
Current Role at Sezzle
Ellie Kestner currently holds the position of Product Designer II at Sezzle, where she has been employed since 2022. In this role, she focuses on creating user-centered designs that enhance the overall customer experience. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that align with Sezzle's mission and values.
Previous Experience at Sezzle
Prior to her current role, Ellie Kestner worked at Sezzle as an Associate Product Designer from 2020 to 2022. During this time, she contributed to various design projects, applying her skills in UX design to improve product functionality and user satisfaction. She also completed a UX Design Internship at Sezzle in 2020, where she gained valuable experience in the field.
Background in Graphic Design
Ellie Kestner has a solid educational foundation in graphic design. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, completing her studies from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, she studied Design and Applied Arts at Accademia Italiana - Arte Moda & Design, where she focused on design principles for 11 months in 2019.
Experience in Electronic Communications
Before her tenure at Sezzle, Ellie Kestner served as the Director of Electronic Communications for Delta Gamma from 2017 to 2018. In this role, she managed digital communication strategies and enhanced the organization's online presence in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Role at The Wake Student Magazine
Ellie Kestner worked as a Graphic Designer for The Wake Student Magazine from 2019 to 2020. During her 10-month tenure, she was responsible for creating visual content that effectively communicated the magazine's themes and stories, further developing her skills in brand design and visual storytelling.