Anya Gearhart
About Anya Gearhart
Anya Gearhart is a Graphic Designer at Nike ETW, specializing in creating internal infographics and strategy-planning decks. She has played a significant role in launching Nike's first self-lacing basketball shoe and has a background in graphic design from Portland State University.
Work at Aquent
Anya Gearhart has been employed at Aquent as a Graphic Designer for Nike ETW since 2018. In this role, she designs internal infographics and strategy-planning decks that effectively communicate complex engineering strategies to non-engineers. Anya operates as a one-woman design agency for a team of 75 at Nike, where she architects internal team websites and provides consultation on leadership and project management. Her responsibilities also include typesetting printed communication and designing team swag, contributing to enhanced team communication and goal-setting.
Previous Experience
Before her current role at Aquent, Anya Gearhart worked at FIR Northwest as an Art Director for nine months in 2016. She also served as a Junior Designer at Halo Car from 2016 to 2017 for nine months in the Portland, Oregon area. Additionally, she worked at Oregon Venture Fund as a Graphic Designer for six months in 2018. These positions provided her with diverse experience in graphic design and project management.
Education and Expertise
Anya Gearhart studied at Portland State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Graphic Design. Her education spanned from 2012 to 2018, equipping her with the skills necessary for her career in graphic design. Anya's expertise includes creating visual communications that simplify complex information, which is evident in her current role at Nike.
Key Contributions at Nike
Anya Gearhart played a significant role in launching Nike's first-ever self-lacing basketball shoe as part of the Nike Adapt team. Her contributions to this project highlight her ability to integrate design with innovative technology, showcasing her skills in graphic design and strategic communication.