Who am I?

I'm Kaja Smith, a designer and based in Grand Rapids, Michigan focused on user experience and graphic design. I have always loved creating whether my tools were a brush and paint, or my laptop. My love of art and design comes from years of art classes and watching every design and makeover show possible. I have a BFA in Graphic Design and minor in Collaborative Design from Kendall College of Art & Design. 

My motto is colorfully clean, which shows in my design. I have a deep love for color especially purple but, I also believe things should be legible therefore my message gets across as clear as possible. 

Thanks for looking at my work!

Skills

Print Design | Branding & Logo Design | Web Design | Microsoft Office | Adobe Creative Cloud | Problem Solving | User Research | Illustration

Experience

Graphic Design Specialist, Carhartt

March 2023 - Present

Freelance Designer, Self-Employed

January 2019 – February 2023

Logo design, illustration, web design, and book covers for local businesses and entrepreneurs.

Graphic Design Intern, Reagan Marketing + Design

December 2020 - January 2022

Design logos, brochures, stickers, posters, social media elements, ads and more for various clients all over Grand Rapids.

Marketing Intern, Haworth

May 2019 – August 2019