Natalie Nordstrom

I am a multidisciplinary creative professional with 20+ years of experience developing digital, print, web, branding, and marketing communications. I combine a strong foundation in graphic design, visual storytelling, front-end development, and fine art bringing a unique ability to bridge concept, design, and execution.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Illustration & Fine Art

• Art Direction & Visual Storytelling

• Graphic Design for Print & Digital

• Typography & Editorial Design

• Motion Design & Animation

• Website Design & Front-End Development

• Brand Identity & Creative Strategy

• User Experience (UX) & Responsive Design

• Email Marketing & Customer Communications

• E-commerce Content & Product Management

EDUCATION

• California State University, Channel Islands (2004 - 2007)

  • Bachelor of Arts in Art

  • Studio Art & Communication Design Technology

  • Dean’s list - 3 years

• Maine College of Art (2008–2014)

  • Continuing Education in Adobe InDesign, Acrylic Painting, and Practice of Painting

• Portland Adult Education (2012)

  • WordPress Development

• Southern Maine Community College (2012):

  • Print Reading

  • Adobe Seminar, Web Design & Introduction to Muse

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Parsons School of Design – The New School – New York, NY

  • Interior and Architectural Design Software Certificate (ongoing)

    • Courses include: AutoCad, SketchUp, InDesign, and Revit/BIM

  • Motion Design and Animation Certificate (2025)

    • Courses included: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Adobe Animate

• California State University, Channel Islands

  • Certificate in Digital Media Art (2007)

• Morgan Stanley (1998 - 2003)

  • Registered Sales Assistant

    • Series 7 General Securities Representative License

Resume available upon request.