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ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Sejzelle! If it’s easier, you can call me Sage.

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I am currently freelancing! I bring over a decade of design & creative direction experience to brands and artists alike.

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My most recent full-time role was Creative Services Director at Open the Books, a fast-growing, nonpartisan nonprofit watchdog that investigates and exposes government waste, fraud, and taxpayer abuse. I started as a graphic designer and quickly took the lead on all things visual and marketing - designing investigative booklets, maintaining the website, managing social media, and driving creative direction. I’m a collaborative team player and results-driven creative. These are qualities you’ll see reflected throughout my portfolio.​ 

 

Off-screen, I’m usually painting, making music, singing, reading for book club, or chasing waves at the beach.​ I also take on freelance projects focused on layout design and illustration across digital and print.​

 

I’m currently open to freelance work and actively seeking full-time opportunities. Let’s connect!

CREATIVE CAREER

Freelance Work

Graphic Designer
11.2011 - Present
Remote

  • Independent projects including print and digital marketing materials, logos, PowerPoint presentations, and website design.

  • Additional experience in:

    • Social Media Marketing (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter)

    • Sponsored Content

    • MailChimp Campaigns

    • InkSoft Online Store Setup & Maintenance


Notable Clients:

  • Caris Faith-Based Pregnancy Counseling (2025–Present): Graphic Design

  • Bolingbrook Independent Voices (2022–Present): Graphic Design & Email Marketing

  • Imagine the Stage (2017–2018): Graphic & Website Design (Wix)

  • American Solutions for Business (Vendor) (2014–2018): Graphic Design

  • JT Marketing (2017–Present): Graphic Design & Social Media Marketing

  • The Arrivals Group Immigration (2011–Present): Graphic Design

Open the Books

Creative Services Director
09.2019 - 07.2025
Remote

  • Lead and manage the creative vision, direction, and execution of all visual and brand communication initiatives across email marketing, digital, print, and experiential channels. 

  • Spearhead a full rebrand that resulted in an increase in brand recognition and 28% growth in engagement across digital platforms (Facebook and X). 

  • Present creative concepts and strategic direction to stakeholders, effectively articulating design rationale and incorporating feedback. 

  • Optimize graphics for company website by designing eye-catching assets & charts as well as Front-end & back-end website maintenance.

H+K International

Marketing Coordinator
05.2018 - 09.2019
Aurora, IL

  • Designed packaging concepts and branded materials for global QSR clients including McDonald’s and Burger King, aligning with strict brand guidelines and market-specific needs.

  • Supported planning, execution, and optimization of multi-channel marketing campaigns, including email, web, mobile app and print for restaurants including McDonald’s, Burger King & Popeyes. 

  • Contributed to the development of brand identity systems for new product launches, including logo treatments, color palettes, and visual guidelines across packaging and print.

  • Created mockups, dielines, and production-ready artwork for packaging used in international markets, ensuring compliance with both brand standards and manufacturing specs.

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Custom Apparel

Graphic Design Lead
06.2016 - 05.2018
Aurora, IL

  • Conceptualized and designed visual content for a variety of platforms, including apparel, social media, websites, email campaigns, presentations, and print materials. 

  • Prepared production-ready files and coordinate with printers, developers, or vendors as needed to ensure accurate execution.

  • Stayed up to date with industry trends and design tools to continuously bring fresh ideas to creative work.

  • Applied strong knowledge of typography, layout, and color theory to create compelling visuals that enhance engagement and communication.

EDUCATION

Benedictine University

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

08.2015 - 12.2018

Marketing & Graphic Design

COURSES

  • Advertising Copyrighting

  • Introduction to Marketing

  • Promotional Strategy

  • Consumer Behavior

  • Marketing Strategy

  • Marketing Analytics

  • Strategic Management

  • Microsoft Excel Workshop

  • Business Ethics

DePaul University

09.2013 - 06.2015

Graphic Design Major

COURSES

  • Graphic Design I & II

  • Graphic Design Workshop

  • 4D Art Encounters

  • Intro to Web Design

  • Principles of Advertising

  • Intro to Psychology I & II

  • Human Communication

SKILLS

  • Adobe CC: Illustrator • InDesign • Photoshop • Premiere Pro

  • Microsoft Office: Word • PowerPoint • Excel

  • Graphic Design:

    • Logos, apparel, layout, and marketing materials (print & digital)

  • Social Media Management: Facebook • Instagram • Twitter

  • Email Marketing: Constant Contact • MailChimp • Active Campaign

  • Typing: 97 words per minute

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CONTACT

  • Email

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