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Hello there.
I'm Heidi.

Those who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream only by night.
— Edgar Allan Poe

Hey look; it's me!

A brief note on graphic design & heavy metal

I'm a graphic designer with a passion for keeping things interesting. I'm a classically trained ballroom dancer, a sword fighter, a paranormal investigator. If that isn't enough, I also collect antique cast iron pans, play the oboe, and have a turtle named Pickle. I'm a designer by trade, but being creative is a lifestyle, and one that I'm fully committed to. I thrive in an innovative and fast-paced environment, and love creating something new!

Professional experience

Over the last several years, I've worked with dozens of high-profile clients in higher education and non-profit organizations, such as Johns Hopkins Medicine, Ole Miss, the University at Buffalo, and Columbia University. I enjoy working side-by-side with each of my clients to create campaigns, logos, websites, and more. Since starting my creative journey, I've won over two dozen awards for marketing, fundraising, and my own personal work. More importantly, I've been able to use this opportunity to develop my passions, refine my professional skills, and to continue learning and growing.

I have a small business, so that's cool

In my free time, I've curated a growing collection of curiosities as a way to stretch my creativity and put my marketing skills to the test. Steeped in esoterica and my heavy metal roots, Ace of Graves is a small studio that I've created to make and sell hard enamel pins. Explore more of my work on Instagram and Etsy.

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Creations & Designs

Enrollment Marketing

As a young designer, I've been personally involved with the changing target demographic of higher education, which provides valuable insight and allows me to make informed choices about my designs.

UNK

UNK

Demand Builder Campaign

Dalton

Dalton State

Demand Builder Campaign

Ole Miss

Ole Miss

Demand Builder Campaign

Tennessee Wesleyan University

Tennessee Wesleyan

Demand Builder Campaign

University at Buffalo

University at Buffalo

Demand Builder Campaign

Mercer

Mercer

Self Mailer

Austin College

Austin College has been been my client for the past two years, and have quickly become one of my favorites. Not only are these exciting pieces; they are also award‑winning!

Austin FYE

FYE Series

Austin College

Austin Giving Day

FYE Series

Austin College

Austin CYE

CYE Series

Austin College

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Another award-winning client, Johns Hopkins has been my pride and joy for the last several years. With an intense focus on team collaboration and brand harmony, we create over 200 unique emails per year.

JHM Proton

Proton Series

JHM Sibley

JHM Doctors' Day

Doctors' Day

JHM Sibley

Johns Hopkins CYE

Spring Appeal

JHM Sibley

East Baltimore

East Baltimore Emails

JHM East Baltimore

Johns Hopkins Sibley

Sibley Emails

JHM Sibley

Wilmer

Wilmer Emails

JHM Wilmer

Personal Work

In addition to my professional work, I always set aside time time for personal projects. Some are pro-bono, some are freelance, and others are just for the fun of it. All are created with passion.

Paranormal Exposures

Ethan Encounters

Brand Design

Illustrations

Illustrations

Digital and Hand-Drawn

MAPS

MAPS

Logo Design

Let's get in touch

(319) 361 9249
schmihae@gmail.com
Located in Cedar Rapids, IA
Download my resume and references here