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Maria Farhadi

Researcher & Designer

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A Bit About Me

Hi, I’m Maria!
I’m a designer, researcher, and educator based in the United States, passionate about crafting meaningful experiences through design and research.

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With expertise in creating brand identities, websites, applications, packaging, and digital illustrations, I bring a multidisciplinary approach to every project. My work is grounded in creativity, precision, and a deep understanding of user needs.

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I’m passionate about blending creativity and functionality to deliver thoughtful designs and innovative solutions. Whether I’m designing intuitive interfaces, researching to understand user needs or teaching design principles, I bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a detail-oriented approach to everything I do.

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Take a look at my portfolio to explore my work and see how I can contribute to your team, project, or academic program. I’d love to connect and help bring your vision to life!

Work Experience

Summer 2024

Aug 2022 - Current

May 2023 - Aug 2023

Apr 2019 - Aug 2022

Aug 2019 - Aug 2022

Graphic Designer intern of "Scout Collective" Design Agency | CT, USA

  • Assisted in creating and developing visual content for various client projects, including branding, user experience design, marketing materials, and digital assets.

  • Collaborated with the design team to brainstorm and execute innovative design solutions that met client needs and project goals.

  • Conducted research on design trends and competitor analysis to inform and enhance design concepts.

Digital Media Specialist and Product Designer of "UConn Human Rights Institute" |  CT, USA

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  • Designed and maintained the HRI website, ensuring a user-friendly interface and up-to-date content.

  • Created and designed graphics for various marketing channels such as their social media graphics, several printed posters and brochures, templates for various events

  • Coordinated and supervised a diverse range of events with exceptional attention to detail.

Printing Supervisor and designer of "Document Production Center" |  CT, USA

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  • Oversaw the daily operations of the printing department, ensuring efficient production and meeting deadlines

  • Coordinated with clients, designers, and other departments to understand job requirements and specifications

  • Conducted quality control checks throughout the printing process to ensure adherence to standards

Video Editor and Visual Designer

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  • Created and led the “Web Wap” YouTube Channel, a digital art magazine

  • Designed and developed Visual Identity, Branding, and marketing of the channel on social media platforms

  • Created and edited Weekly Content in Printmaking, Illustration method and techniques, tips and tricks in graphic design software (Adobe Premiere, Illustrator, and Photoshop),

Graphic Design Freelancer

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  • Provide concept designs in response to the client’s brief

  • Design video and motion graphics productions, design to the client’s budget using best practice considerations

  • Created and produced Branding, Visual Identity, Illustration, and Graphic Designs for web and print

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