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Through the Graphic Design internship at MidAmerican Energy Company, there were a variety of tasks that were handled. Some of which involved assisting in organizing and maintaining digital asset file structures and archiving collateral to support efficient content management. Another task was to create visually engaging graphics for internal and external communications, including postcards, newsletters, client deliverables, presentations, and publications.

Other educational engagement involved collaborating closely with the corporate communications team to support departmental initiatives and ensure all design projects were completed accurately, on time, and in alignment with established brand standards. This experience strengthened my ability to manage multiple projects, communicate effectively within cross-functional teams, and maintain consistent brand systems.

- Designed layouts for a monthly publication highlighting company programs, initiatives, and events

- Integrated photography and employee- and customer-focused stories to create engaging, readable spreads

- Supported consistent visual storytelling aligned with MidAmerican Energy’s brand standards

- Contributed to the design and layout of a monthly internal newsletter distributed to managers company-wide

- Organized and visualized content related to policies, company initiatives, key dates, leadership tips, and training opportunities

- Ensured clarity, hierarchy, and brand consistency across all issues

- Created concise, visually engaging slides for large digital screens in company break rooms

- Translated key information into clear, at-a-glance visuals for a wide employee audience

- Maintained brand consistency across rotating digital content

- Designed and updated weekly “need-to-know” graphics displayed on the company intranet (web versions of digital slides)

- Organized timely and important information into clear, accessible visual formats

- Collaborated with the communications team to ensure accuracy and relevance of content

- Designed the "Connected Conversation" logo for a Recurring internal MidAmerican Energy employee engagement event

- Balanced corporate brand guidelines with a creative visual identity that represents connection, collaboration, and community

- Created a versatile logo for print and digital communications, translating abstract ideas into a clear, recognizable brand

- Through iterations and critiques from our graphic design team, 3 chosen options were presented to the first company-wide Connected conversation meeting, where the option on the farthest right was ultimately chosen

- Assisted with a variety of additional design projects across external communications

- Adapted designs for different formats, platforms, and audiences as needed

- Supported team workflows through flexible, detail-oriented design contributions

- Designed custom-branded photo frames aligned with MidAmerican Energy’s visual identity for public-facing engagement

- Created digital face accessories and interactive overlays to enhance user experience and encourage participation

- Developed visual graphics for the photo booth stand, ensuring consistency across physical and digital touch points

- Collaborated with the communications team to ensure designs were approachable, on-brand, and suitable for a high-traffic public event

- Contributed to an engaging brand experience that increased visibility and interaction at the Iowa State Fair