ABOUT ME

Hi, I am Kelly. I grew up on a small farm outside Canton, SD.

I had always been a creative kid. Into high school, I followed my beloved hobby of art by taking classes and joining an art club, but never thought I could make a career out of my hobby. I graduated highschool in 2020, during a pandemic, and still didn’t know what career I wanted to pursue. Two gap years and many odd jobs later, I stumbled upon the Media Design program at Southeast Technical College. After touring, I knew this would be the next step for me in continuing my education. 

I’m glad I picked Media Design because it is such a diverse career with many different career paths. I am able to apply all the hobbies I love like cooking and gardening and use it as inspiration for my designs. I appreciate things that not only serve a function but also look visually beautiful.

I’ve learned in the field of design, that being employable means more than just knowing a skill; it is the ability to keep on learning. My personal journey in design has taught me many things; the biggest lesson is to never to quit learning. Overall, my time studying design has given me a detail-oriented eye and problem-solving optimism. Skills, I believe, are essential to this industry.

What distinguishes me and is one of my most significant strengths is my design skills. I have a passion for bringing concepts to life and communicating a message in a visually appealing way. But above all, I love helping others and using my skills to make an impact in the world.