About Me

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About Me 〰️

Hello! Nice to meet you :)
My name is Kierra Khan.

I am a UX Graphic Designer based in Virginia. I have a Bachelor’s in Art and Visual Technology, specializing in Graphic Design. Currently, I work as a Multimedia Designer at the American Correctional Association, where I craft engaging visual experiences through a blend of strategic design and storytelling across multiple platforms.

With an adaptable and open-minded approach, I thrive in collaborative environments, working seamlessly across diverse teams and software platforms. My passion for design is driven by a commitment to integrity, honesty, and developing distinct brand identities. I approach every project with a strong work ethic, ensuring each piece is meticulously crafted with patience, precision, and attention to detail.

Beyond my professional work, I enjoy exploring emerging design technologies, experimenting with augmented reality, and researching the evolving landscape of user experience and visual communication. You’ll often find me journaling at cafés, playing video games, or discovering new ways to push creative boundaries.

Let’s create together :D

My Resume

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My Resume 〰️

Education

  • (August 2020 - May 2023)
    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA

  • (August 2018 - December 2020)
    Northern Virginia Community College | Manassas, VA

  • NOVA-to-GMU Transfer Program & Pre-Transfer Course Enrollment
    (March 2019 - May 2023)

Experience

  • (March 2024 - Current)
    American Correctional Association | Alexandria, VA
    • Design and maintain corporate web content across ACA's digital properties, producing responsive layouts, UI features, and interactive elements that support marketing communications and member engagement.
    • Design user interfaces from wireframes to high-fidelity prototypes, applying user research and accessibility principles to improve how members navigate ACA's digital channels.
    • Create Web graphics, logos, illustrations, and promotional materials for ACA's two flagship national events (Winter Conference and Congress of Correction) programs, signage, session slides, and digital promotion.
    • Produce marketing graphics, animated campaigns, and motion content for @amercorrectionalassoc and other digital channels, aligned to ACA's Advance. Connect. Achieve. brand.
    • Design day-to-day corporate communications, Corrections Today magazine layouts and member newsletters coordinating with editors and print partners.
    • Administer corporate digital media systems (iMIS, Stripo,
    Monday.com) maintaining content, building email campaigns, and monitoring cross-functional projects for on-time delivery.
    • Research emerging web technologies and marketing trends including AR applications and recommend implementation strategies that advance organizational goals.
    • Serve as on-site technical resource at nationwide conferences: AV/IT troubleshooting, booth and registration setup, and real-time design support for staff and attendees.

  • (February 2024 - March 2024)
    American Correctional Association | Alexandria, VA
    • Produced marketing content and social campaigns for ACA's communications team web banners, flyers, animated graphics, and signage for conference promotion, managed scheduling in Buffer.

    • Captured and retouched 50+ professional staff headshots for print and web use.
    • Developed promotional concepts to strengthen member engagement and brand visibility across digital channels.

  • (September 2022 - May 2023)
    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA
    - Provided administrative and creative support to the art department.
    - Reconfigured the letterpress studio, optimizing workflow, refurbishing storage solutions, and organized materials to streamline accessibility.
    - Archived letterpress and printmaking collections in detailed Excel spreadsheets for enhanced searchability.

  • (September 2022 - November 2022)
    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA
    - Designed Miro Boards for Audience Interaction
    - Made Custom Themes & Templates for each meeting
    - Moderated Questions to Guest Speakers

  • (February 2020 - March 2022)
    J Art Studio | Chantilly, VA
    - Educated Children about the Principles of Design
    - Maintained the Studio Space

  • (August 2019 - December 2019)
    Nothing Bundt Cakes | Fairfax, VA

  • (April 2019 - September 2019)
    Dave & Buster’s | Fairfax, VA

  • (November 2018 - January 2019)
    Target | Fairfax, VA

  • (July 2018 - September 2018)
    US Arts | Chantilly, VA
    - Arts Education for Children & Maintained Studio Space
    - Assisted Front Desk, Responded to Calls & E-mails

Skills

    • Print & Digital Design

    • Advertising/Marketing

    • Cross-functional delivery

    • Responsive Web Design

    • UI/UX

    • Wireframing

    • Typography

    • Brand Identity

    • Editorial Layout

    • HTML/CSS

    • AR Technologies

    • Web Design

    • Video Editing

    • Project Management

    • Client Communication

    • Team Collaboration

    • Drawing

    • Painting

    • Photography

    • Sculptures

Software Proficiency

    • Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, After Effects, Premiere)

    • Figma

    • Canva

    • Affinity

    • Cavalry

    • CapCut

    • Monday.com

    • Miro

    • Buffer

    • Dreamweaver

    • WordPress

    • GitHub

    • Stripo

    • Squarespace

    • Microsoft 365

    • iMIS

Professional Development

  • (February 5-8, 2026)
    American Correctional Association | Long Beach, CA

  • (August 21-26, 2025)
    American Correctional Association | Denver, CO

  • (January 10-14, 2025)
    American Correctional Association | Orlando, FL

  • (August 15-18, 2024)
    American Correctional Association | Nashville, TN

  • (March 24, 2023)
    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA

  • (September 2022 - November 2022)
    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA

  • (February 2021 - April 2022)
    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA
    - Mario Rossero
    - Paul Rucker
    - Laurel Nakadate
    - Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz
    - Amanda Ross-Ho
    - Leslie Hewitt
    - Dario Robleto
    - Eddie Opara (Pentagram)
    - Bruce Willen
    - Mia Eve Rollow
    - Rozeal
    - Wendy Red Star

  • (August 2022 - 2024)
    Chantilly, VA

Awards & Certifications

  • (July 2024)
    Advanced Solutions International, Inc.

  • (Spring 2021 - Fall 2022)
    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA

  • (July 2016)
    Game & Technology Academy, George Mason University | Fairfax, VA

Articles & Publications

  • (Winter 2024-2025)
    Print & Digital Magazine | FlippingBook

  • (Fall 2021)
    WordPress

Exhibitions