Emma Kanell
About Emma Kanell
Emma Kanell is an Associate Creative Designer based in New York, with a background in graphic design and digital marketing. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Design and Visual Communications from Elon University and has worked with various organizations, including Alfred and ABRAMS.
Current Role at Alfred
Emma Kanell currently serves as an Associate Creative Designer at Alfred, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she contributes to various creative projects, utilizing her design skills to enhance brand identity and visual communication. Her work involves collaboration with other team members to develop innovative design solutions that align with client needs.
Previous Experience in Design
Prior to her current position, Emma worked as a Freelance Designer at Alfred for one month in 2021. She also held a role as a Graphic Designer (Consultant) at inHouse Productions Inc. from 2020 to 2021, where she contributed to design projects for four months. Additionally, she served as a Graphic Design and Product Strategy Associate at Pawsitivity for two months in 2020, further expanding her experience in the design field.
Educational Background
Emma Kanell earned her Bachelor of Arts in Design and Visual Communications from Elon University, where she studied from 2016 to 2020. During her academic career, she also studied Spanish at Universitat Pompeu Fabra for one year, from 2018 to 2019. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in both design principles and cultural studies.
Skills and Expertise
Emma possesses a diverse skill set that includes proficiency in traditional graphic design tools such as Adobe Illustrator, as well as modern web technologies like CSS and HTML. She is also skilled in video editing software, particularly Adobe Premiere Pro, which allows her to create multimedia content. Additionally, her expertise extends to social media and influencer marketing, showcasing her ability to blend creative design with digital marketing strategies.
Internship Experience
In 2019, Emma completed a two-month internship at ABRAMS, where she gained practical experience in the publishing industry. This internship allowed her to apply her design skills in a professional setting and contributed to her overall development as a designer.