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Julie K. Geers 

DESIGNER & WRITER

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(616) 477-4849  |  julieKgeers@gmail.com  |  www.JulieGeersDesigns.com  |  www.linkedin.com/in/julieKgeers

 

Hello, my name is  Julie . . . I'm eager to contribute to your organization's growth & success while also developing my skills in Design & Writing. As a user-centered writer & designer, my True North is the User—I prioritize their needs first. I'm friendly & uphold a healthy & positive attitude. My skill set constantly evolves as I learn & grow. With my diverse background & focus on inclusion, I offer a unique & valuable perspective as an empathetic UX/AI Designer & Writer.

 

CERTIFICATIONS

  • TECHNICAL WRITING CERTIFICATE
    Technical Writer HQ (online)

  • UX DESIGN CERTIFICATE
    Google Coursera (online)

  • MICROSOFT — MS900 CERTIFICATE
    Microsoft Corporation (online)

  • MASTER-LEVEL TESOL/TEFL
    TEFLEN College (online)

  • EF-SET (English First - Standard English Test)

       C2 Proficiency (highest level)

  • POYNTER ACES CERTIFICATE IN EDITING

       Achieved "A" grade

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EDUCATION

  • MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK (in progress)
    University of Nevada, Reno (hybrid)

  • B.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY
    Grand Valley State University (Michigan)

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT — SUMMIT LANDSCAPE MGT (Michigan) | Oct 2023 — Oct 2025

  • Generated, edited, & updated 40+ documents (SOPs, safety manuals, forms, terms and conditions)

  • Compiled a new glossary to standardize terminology, enhancing the accuracy of estimates

  • Created social media "Spotlights," boosting viewership by an average of 280% per post, contributing to increased brand visibility

  • Engaged with hundreds of new clients via email, fostering business growth at the new MI location

FREELANCE DESIGN — GOOGLE UX DESIGN PROGRAM (remote) | Feb — Aug 2023

  • Became proficient in UX research fundamentals, UI design, inclusivity, wireframes, low & high-fidelity prototypes, design software, user research, auditing, user interviews, & audience analysis

  • Executed fresh designs using Figma, Adobe XD, Adobe Photoshop, & Google Workspace

  • Responsive Design & Visual Communication: Delivered compelling projects using responsive design methodologies, with a strong emphasis on effective typography, iconography, & color usage

  • Created captivating copywriting, branding/graphics, design systems, & logos for photography studios

FULL STACK DEVELOPMENT TRAINEE & MICROSOFT SERVICE ENGINEER — CATALYTE (remote) | 2022 — 2023

  • Received accolades from clients for outstanding written & verbal communication, enhancing client satisfaction through effective problem-solving

  • Developed, modified, & debugged programs to improve overall performance & resolve issues

  • Collaborated closely with SMEs & Product Owners in an agile environment (SCRUM)

  • Regularly wrote in basic programming languages, including HTML, CSS, & JavaScript

  • Engineered full-stack applications, integrating frontend & backend components, ensuring seamless data flow & enhanced user experiences across diverse client projects

ENGLISH (TESOL/TEFL) TEACHER — iTUTOR GROUP (China, remote) | 2019 — 2020

  • Combined cultural awareness with professionalism to create inventive ways to teach English as a Second Language (ESL)

  • Created & implemented over 100 engaging & streamlined ESL lesson plans

  • Maintained an average student satisfaction rating of 9.5+ out of 10, demonstrating a high level of teaching quality & student approval

CAMPAIGN MANAGER INTERN — NEVADA POLICY PRACTICE ACADEMY (Nevada, remote) | 2018

  • Spearheaded the "Stop from the Top" campaign for NAMI Nevada, securing over 100 new pledge signatures through a successful tour of the state of Nevada.

  • Utilized research, analysis, informative writing, editing, & engaging visual aids to drive campaign success, outreach, & increase awareness

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SKILLS

  • Adobe Photoshop, Digital Editing, Figma, Adobe XD, UX/UI/AI Design, Collaboration, Confluence, JIRA

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