ELLIE KESTNER






ellie.kestner@gmail.com
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Ellie is a detail oriented and empathetic designer / person. Across her varied experience, she’s found joy in using design as a tool for connection and play. With a knack for layout and typography, she uses her work to tell unexpected yet thoughtful stories. 

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Education
2016-2020
BFA Graphic Design
Minor Retail Merchandising
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN




Employment Freelance Designer
2024-Current

California Dirt
Studio & Operartions Manager
(Part time)
2026 - Current

The Makers Table
Creative Partner
2024-2026

Sezzle 
Lead Product Designer 
2020-2024




ExpertiseBrand Identity
Art Direction
Web Design
Packaging Design
Digital Design
UX/UI
CSS/HTML
Design Systems
Creative Strategy
Visual Storytelling
Print Collateral
Customer Experience
Figma
Adobe Creative Suite
Shopify








Last Updated 12.10.25