I’ve been a freelance graphic designer since 2007, delivering creative, deadline-driven design solutions across a wide range of industries. I hold a B.A. in Graphic Design from the University of Notre Dame (Class of 2000), where I was a full-scholarship volleyball player and a 2000 Hall of Fame inductee. I later earned my MBA in 2007, further strengthening my foundation in business and marketing strategy.
I work independently from my beloved home studio. My work style is efficient, fast-paced, and highly collaborative. I'm used to juggling multiple projects simultaneously and I pride myself on my responsiveness and attention to detail. I work closely with clients, project teams, and marketing departments to ensure each project is executed seamlessly.
While many of my clients are based in the Chicagoland area, I’ve had the pleasure of working with businesses across the U.S. — and even one in Italy. I’m passionate about what I do, deeply disciplined, and truly enjoy the creative process. I believe my purpose is to help others and spread positivity — which I strive to do through design, problem-solving, and bringing clients’ ideas to life.
One of the things I love most about freelancing is the opportunity to build lasting relationships. Many clients treat me as part of their team — some have even provided company email addresses and business cards to make collaboration seamless. In fact, I still work with the very first agency that hired me right out of college.
If you’ve got a project in mind and want to collaborate, I’d love to connect. I’m always open to new opportunities — and you can reach me by email, phone, or text. (Messenger pigeons and skywriting are optional.)
M. Powell - Notre Dame Hall of Fame
ND Volleyball '96-'00
Fitness Competition 2009
Amari Rose
