✷ Hey there, I'm Daniela Amaya, a graphic designer living it up in Colorado! ✷

✷ Hey there, I'm Daniela Amaya, a graphic designer living it up in Colorado! ✷

✷ Hey there, I'm Daniela Amaya, a graphic designer living it up in Colorado! ✷

who am i

I’m a designer who didn’t discover a love for creativity until my senior year of high school — and since then, it’s been a wild and exciting ride.

I graduated in Spring of 2024 with my BFA in Graphic Design from Colorado State University, carving out my own path as a first-generation student. Growing up with a Mexican mom and Salvadoran dad, family means everything to me, and when I’m not working on projects, you can usually find me sharing laughs with them or hanging out with my cat and drinking lots of coffee!

Design is something I am very passionate about because for me it isn’t just a career, it’s what keeps me curious and motivated every day.

Process

HOW I WORK

REQUEST A PROJECT

We start by talking through your project so I can really get what you’re aiming for. Your ideas guide me, and making sure I understand what you want is my main focus.

01

PROJECT DEEP DIVE

This is where the fun really begins! I dive into brainstorming and play around with ideas to figure out the best way to bring your vision to life. It’s all about finding creative, fresh solutions that feel right for your project.

02

BRINGING IT TO LIFE

Once we’ve got a solid idea, I jump into designing everything — putting together the visuals, making sure it’s easy to use, and adding the creative touches that make your project shine.

03

YOUR THOUGHTS

I want to hear what you really think. Once I share the design with you, we’ll work together to make any tweaks or changes needed. My goal is to make sure the final result feels just right and truly reflects your vision.

04

WRAPPING IT UP

After you approve, I take care of the final details to get everything ready. Then your project goes live, sharing your work in a way that truly connects with people!

05

REQUEST A PROJECT

We start by talking through your project so I can really get what you’re aiming for. Your ideas guide me, and making sure I understand what you want is my main focus.

01

PROJECT DEEP DIVE

This is where the fun really begins! I dive into brainstorming and play around with ideas to figure out the best way to bring your vision to life. It’s all about finding creative, fresh solutions that feel right for your project.

02

BRINGING IT TO LIFE

Once we’ve got a solid idea, I jump into designing everything — putting together the visuals, making sure it’s easy to use, and adding the creative touches that make your project shine.

03

YOUR THOUGHTS

I want to hear what you really think. Once I share the design with you, we’ll work together to make any tweaks or changes needed. My goal is to make sure the final result feels just right and truly reflects your vision.

04

WRAPPING IT UP

After you approve, I take care of the final details to get everything ready. Then your project goes live, sharing your work in a way that truly connects with people!

05

REQUEST A PROJECT

We start by talking through your project so I can really get what you’re aiming for. Your ideas guide me, and making sure I understand what you want is my main focus.

01

PROJECT DEEP DIVE

This is where the fun really begins! I dive into brainstorming and play around with ideas to figure out the best way to bring your vision to life. It’s all about finding creative, fresh solutions that feel right for your project.

02

BRINGING IT TO LIFE

Once we’ve got a solid idea, I jump into designing everything — putting together the visuals, making sure it’s easy to use, and adding the creative touches that make your project shine.

03

YOUR THOUGHTS

I want to hear what you really think. Once I share the design with you, we’ll work together to make any tweaks or changes needed. My goal is to make sure the final result feels just right and truly reflects your vision.

04

WRAPPING IT UP

After you approve, I take care of the final details to get everything ready. Then your project goes live, sharing your work in a way that truly connects with people!

05

REQUEST A PROJECT

We start by talking through your project so I can really get what you’re aiming for. Your ideas guide me, and making sure I understand what you want is my main focus.

01

PROJECT DEEP DIVE

This is where the fun really begins! I dive into brainstorming and play around with ideas to figure out the best way to bring your vision to life. It’s all about finding creative, fresh solutions that feel right for your project.

02

BRINGING IT TO LIFE

Once we’ve got a solid idea, I jump into designing everything — putting together the visuals, making sure it’s easy to use, and adding the creative touches that make your project shine.

03

YOUR THOUGHTS

I want to hear what you really think. Once I share the design with you, we’ll work together to make any tweaks or changes needed. My goal is to make sure the final result feels just right and truly reflects your vision.

04

WRAPPING IT UP

After you approve, I take care of the final details to get everything ready. Then your project goes live, sharing your work in a way that truly connects with people!

05

EXCPERIENCE

MY CAREER JOURNEY

(so far…)

June 2021 - December 2022

CSU - El Centro
Marketing Coordinator

This role was my first opportunity to apply my artistic skills in a professional setting. Building on the foundation I gained from a first-year graphic design course, I developed my ability to create designs that effectively capture attention and connect with the target audience.

June 2021 - December 2022

CSU - El Centro
Marketing Coordinator

This role was my first opportunity to apply my artistic skills in a professional setting. Building on the foundation I gained from a first-year graphic design course, I developed my ability to create designs that effectively capture attention and connect with the target audience.

June 2021 - December 2022

CSU - El Centro
Marketing Coordinator

This role was my first opportunity to apply my artistic skills in a professional setting. Building on the foundation I gained from a first-year graphic design course, I developed my ability to create designs that effectively capture attention and connect with the target audience.

June 2021 - December 2022

CSU - El Centro
Marketing Coordinator

This role was my first opportunity to apply my artistic skills in a professional setting. Building on the foundation I gained from a first-year graphic design course, I developed my ability to create designs that effectively capture attention and connect with the target audience.

January 2023 - June 2024

CSU - LSC Marketing
Graphic Designer

I designed ads for the Lory Student Center at CSU, collaborating with the team to meet their needs. Working under tight deadlines improved my time management, and client meetings helped me understand design requests better. I also strengthened my Adobe skills throughout the role.

January 2023 - June 2024

CSU - LSC Marketing
Graphic Designer

I designed ads for the Lory Student Center at CSU, collaborating with the team to meet their needs. Working under tight deadlines improved my time management, and client meetings helped me understand design requests better. I also strengthened my Adobe skills throughout the role.

January 2023 - June 2024

CSU - LSC Marketing
Graphic Designer

I designed ads for the Lory Student Center at CSU, collaborating with the team to meet their needs. Working under tight deadlines improved my time management, and client meetings helped me understand design requests better. I also strengthened my Adobe skills throughout the role.

January 2023 - June 2024

CSU - LSC Marketing
UI / UX Designer

I designed ads for the Lory Student Center at CSU, collaborating with the team to meet their needs. Working under tight deadlines improved my time management, and client meetings helped me understand design requests better. I also strengthened my Adobe skills throughout the role.

January 2024 - May 2024

23 Church
Graphic Design Intern

One of my proudest projects was leading an Easter campaign, designing graphics, stage setups, and new props. I managed the full execution, boosted social media engagement with smart design strategies, and sharpened my project management skills throughout.

January 2024 - May 2024

23 Church
Graphic Design Intern

One of my proudest projects was leading an Easter campaign, designing graphics, stage setups, and new props. I managed the full execution, boosted social media engagement with smart design strategies, and sharpened my project management skills throughout.

January 2024 - May 2024

23 Church
Graphic Design Intern

One of my proudest projects was leading an Easter campaign, designing graphics, stage setups, and new props. I managed the full execution, boosted social media engagement with smart design strategies, and sharpened my project management skills throughout.

January 2024 - May 2024

23 Church
Graphic Design Intern

One of my proudest projects was leading an Easter campaign, designing graphics, stage setups, and new props. I managed the full execution, boosted social media engagement with smart design strategies, and sharpened my project management skills throughout.

June 2024 - Present

Flood and Peterson
Marketing Coordinator

I've led campaigns, develop engaging content, and driven new marketing initiatives by leveraging my expertise in design, event planning, digital marketing, and social media strategy. I’m highly organized and thrive when working under tight deadlines.

June 2024 - Present

Flood and Peterson
Marketing Coordinator

I've led campaigns, develop engaging content, and driven new marketing initiatives by leveraging my expertise in design, event planning, digital marketing, and social media strategy. I’m highly organized and thrive when working under tight deadlines.

June 2024 - Present

Flood and Peterson
Marketing Coordinator

I've led campaigns, develop engaging content, and driven new marketing initiatives by leveraging my expertise in design, event planning, digital marketing, and social media strategy. I’m highly organized and thrive when working under tight deadlines.

June 2024 - Present

Flood and Peterson
Marketing Coordinator

I've led campaigns, develop engaging content, and driven new marketing initiatives by leveraging my expertise in design, event planning, digital marketing, and social media strategy. I’m highly organized and thrive when working under tight deadlines.