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Hello

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I'm Jennifer Sotelo, a graphic designer based in the Triangle area of North Carolina. I earned my bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, with a minor in Studio Art, from Meredith College, and I'm currently pursuing my master's degree in Graphic and Experience Design at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. My love for art and design started long before college, though. As a kid, I was always drawing, painting, and experimenting with any art supplies I could find, and that curiosity has never left me. Today, I bring the same curiosity and creativity to every project I take on.​

I specialize in clean, thoughtful, and visually engaging design across branding, digital, and print. I combine the visual storytelling of my studio art background with the strategic, user-focused approach of my graphic design training to bring ideas to life. I'm detail-oriented, collaborative, and always eager to learn something new. I believe design should be as functional as it is beautiful, and I approach every project with care, curiosity, and a positive attitude. Whether I'm working one-on-one with a client or as part of a team, my goal is to create designs that feel personal, polished, and meaningful.

My toolkit includes Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop), Procreate, and traditional media like pencil and ink for concept development. I also have working knowledge of Figma, which I'm continuing to build on through my graduate studies. Outside of design, you'll find me visiting local art galleries, painting or wood burning in my studio, or experimenting with new art mediums. That downtime keeps me inspired and excited to keep creating.

Skill Set

Design Software and Tools

Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat; knowledgeable in After Effects and Premiere Pro. Knowledgeable in Figma, Procreate, and CapCut.

Graphic and Visual Design

Print design (flyers, posters, brochures), branding and identity design, packaging design, layout design, typography, and visual hierarchy. Digital design (banners, ads). Photography, image editing and manipulation, and motion graphics basics.

UX/UI and Product Design

Wireframing, low- and high-fidelity prototyping, information architecture, user research, interaction design, design systems, usability testing, and micro-interactions. 

Professional Skills

Attention to detail, adaptability, time management, organization, creative problem solving, and concept development. Cross-functional collaboration, teamwork, client and stakeholder interaction, and Agile workflow familiarity. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Administrative and Operations

Optimizing office efficiency through digital calendar management, structured database organization, and coordination of internal and external communications.

Experience

Social Media Content Creator

August 2026 - Present

Raleigh, NC

North Carolina State University

  • Manage end-to-end social media content to elevate MGXD brand presence and foster active student and alumni community engagement.

  • Collaborated with the Program Director to turn departmental goals into creative, high-impact social campaigns.

  • Applied core UX and graphic design principles to craft visually compelling, easy-to-navigate content tailored for digital audiences.
  • Tracked content performance metrics to test, iterate, and optimize future posts for stronger engagement.

Secretary & Graphic Designer

August 2025 - August 2026

Henderson, NC

St James the Greator Catholic Church

  • Created graphics, marketing and promotional content for events.

  • Record-keeping and daily administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments, greeting visitors, and providing customer service.

  • Prepare documents, reports, and meeting materials.

  • Assisted in church operations, including setup and installation, when needed.

Silk Screen Printer

April 2024 - October 2024

Raleigh, NC

Mario Signs and Graphix

  • Screen printed large quantities of shirts and hats, as well as operated heavy machinery.

  • Maintained, cleaned, and updated screens to align with the client's current branding.

  • Assisted with car wraps, working with vinyl materials, ensuring a smooth finish.

  • Gained valuable insight into the behind-the-scenes design production processes.

Graphic Design Intern

August 2022 - December 2024

Raleigh, NC

Meredith College Art Department 

  • Created graphics and marketing content for art exhibitions. 

  • Designed layouts for postcards, posters, and guest books.

  • Developed promotional content, boosting event awareness and engagement. 

  • Assisted in gallery operations, including setup and installation, when needed.

Education

Master of Fine Arts

August 2026 - May 2028

North Carolina State University

Major in Graphic and Experience Design

Raleigh, NC

Bachelor of Arts 

August 2020 - May 2025

Raleigh, NC

Meredith College 

Major in Graphic Design 

Minor in Studio Art

Certifications

North Carolina State University

Communications

Diocese of Raleigh 

Safe Environment Training

Find me on...

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Jennifer Sotelo Designs

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