JOLEIN
VERPAALEN
S U M M A R Y
Dr driven college student ready for new opportunities and challenges, decisive, dynamic software student with a proven record of success and a history of hard work, grit, and fortitude from a very young age while maintaining involvement in experience in many extracurricular activities.
E D U C A T I O N
Bachelor of Fine Arts I Graphic Design
Bachelor of Business I Marketing
Minor in Art History
University of South Dakota
Expected in December 2024
A C T I V I T I E S
AIGA USD Chapter I 2020–present
Brookings County 4–H I 2016–2022
USD Cheerleading Team I 2020–2023
VISUAL DESIGNER
E X P E R I E N C E
FREELANCE I 2021–present
Create compelling branding, marketing, and graphic design solutions to boost engagement
Direct all stages of design projects for client consultations to final delivery, ensuring quality and timeliness
Partner with clients to develop Taylor designs that perfectly align with their brand and objectives
GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN I summer 2022
Sanford Fit I Sioux Falls, South Dakota
directed content, strategies across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X/Twitter, resulting in increased engagement and follower growth
Designed visually appealing posters and interactive lesson plans for educators and parents
Collaborated with team members to plan and execute engaging events for families and schools
CHEERLEADING COACH I 2021–present
VIP Gymnastics, Ninja & Cheer I North Sioux City, South Dakota
Training girls age 4–13 and strength and advanced exercise exercises
Engage with a team of coaches with positive and effective communication
Oversee the well-being of students while vigorously, enforcing procedures, and protocols
SALES REPRESENTATIVE I January 2020–August 2022
Lowe’s I Brookings, South Dakota
Expertly assisting customers and selecting and purchasing wood and related products, ensuring a seamless and informed of buying experience
Partnered with team members to address and resolve, customer issues, effectively troubleshooting concerns, and enhancing customer satisfaction
Consistently recognize a top sales person leading the team in sales performance on numerous occasions
S O F T W A R E
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe XD
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Blender
Miro
Keynote
Procreate