Laila Zayed

I am an Industrial Designer and a Graphic designer with 3 years of experience

UIC Arab American Cultural Center , Chicago, IL                                   August 2020 to May 2022

Creative Coordinator/Graphic Designer

Reason for Leaving: I was a student employee and no longer eligible to work for the center after graduation

• I reported to the Director of the Center for this paid, 2 year graphic design position. I was responsible for providing creative leadership, design direction and designer identity for the center.
• I created 30+ flyers, infographics and posters for events and campaigns.
• In addition to design work, I planned, facilitated and created content for 20 events while providing feedback to my supervisor for continuous improvement of educational and cultural activities.
• This was 1 of my 2 jobs while I was a fulltime student
• Impact Made:
  • Myself, along with my 6 other co workers accomplished the demands of our MENA Campaign (read below)
  • I was able to create connections with students which resulted in more traction and involvement for the center
  • Even though I am no longer employed here, my previous director still reaches out to me for graphic design needs

University of Illinois at Chicago Industrial design graduate