I’m Crystal Hunter,
Graphic Designer
A dedicated Chicago-based graphic designer with a strong focus on brand identity, typography, and front-end web development. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, I excel in visual storytelling and creating compelling designs. I am committed to crafting innovative designs that bridge aesthetics, functionality, and purpose.
I’m Crystal Hunter,
Graphic Designer
A dedicated Chicago-based graphic designer with a strong focus on brand identity, typography, and front-end web development. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, I excel in visual storytelling and creating compelling designs. I am committed to crafting innovative designs that bridge aesthetics, functionality, and purpose.
Education
Bachelor of Design (BDes) Graphic Design
University of Illinois Chicago, College of Architecture, Design & the Arts
Graduated with Honors May 2025
Dean’s List: 2021-2025
GPA: 3.49/4.00
University of Illinois Chicago, College of Architecture, Design & the Arts
Graduated with Honors May 2025
Dean’s List: 2021-2025
GPA: 3.49/4.00
Associates of Arts, Design and Applied Arts
Harold Washington College – CCC
Graduated with Honors May 2021
Harold Washington College – CCC
Graduated with Honors May 2021
Certifications
IBM
Open Project Developer Level I
Issued Dec 2023
Open Project Developer Level I
Issued Dec 2023
Adobe
Adobe Certified Associate in Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop
Issued May 2018
Adobe Certified Associate in Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop
Issued May 2018
Work Experience
Graphic Web Designer / Website Administrator
Institute of Business & Technology Careers, Jan 2022–Sep 2024
Institute of Business & Technology Careers, Jan 2022–Sep 2024
Graphic Web Designer / Website Administrator
CTIChicago, Aug 2018 – 2022
CTIChicago, Aug 2018 – 2022
Graphic Design Intern
CTIChicago, Aug 2017 – 2018, Chicago IL
CTIChicago, Aug 2017 – 2018, Chicago IL
Freelance Graphic Designer
Empy’s Designs, Mar 2017 – 2021, Chicago IL
Empy’s Designs, Mar 2017 – 2021, Chicago IL
Extracurricular Activities
UIC AIGA (2024)