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JOEL STARKEY

Albert Lea,MN

Summary

Creative professional prepared to bring innovative design solutions to visual challenges. Known for collaborative approach and delivering high-quality results. Reliable with strong ability to adapt to evolving project requirements. Expertise in visual communication and layout design, valued for keen aesthetic sense and problem-solving skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic Designer

Bulk Reef Supply, Golden Valley MN
10.2021 - 05.2025
  • Designed a wide range of digital assets for e-commerce, marketing campaigns, social media, and internal platforms.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams on UX/UI design for product pages and educational content.
  • Produced occasional print and illustration work to support brand consistency.

Art Instructor

MN Dept of Corrections
10.2018 - 10.2021
  • Built an art program from the ground up across multiple correctional facilities.
  • Taught college-level fine art courses including drawing, painting, and visual fundamentals.
  • Adapted instruction to a wide range of skill levels, promoting creativity and confidence.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Incorporated cross-curricular connections into lesson plans, demonstrating how art is relevant across various subjects including history and science.

Adjunct Instructor

Inver Hills Community College
08.2015 - 10.2019
  • Designed and taught Digital Art, Intro to Art, Drawing, and Painting courses in traditional, hybrid, and online formats.
  • Fostered creative development through a combination of technical training and conceptual exploration.
  • Managed classroom effectively to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.

Education

UX Design Certificate - E-Commerce Digital Marketing

Grow With Google / Coursera
Online
03.2022

Associate of Arts -

Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MN
05.2013

MFA - Drawing & Painting

Kansas State University
Manhattan
05.2006

BFA - Studio Art

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
05.2003

Skills

  • UX Design
  • UI Design
  • Graphic Design (Digital & Print)
  • Illustration
  • Presentation Design
  • Art Instruction
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Figma
  • Canva
  • Logo creation
  • Social media design
  • Layout design
  • Marketing media
  • Website graphics
  • Deadline adherence

Timeline

Graphic Designer

Bulk Reef Supply, Golden Valley MN
10.2021 - 05.2025

Art Instructor

MN Dept of Corrections
10.2018 - 10.2021

Adjunct Instructor

Inver Hills Community College
08.2015 - 10.2019

UX Design Certificate - E-Commerce Digital Marketing

Grow With Google / Coursera

Associate of Arts -

Minneapolis Community And Technical College

MFA - Drawing & Painting

Kansas State University

BFA - Studio Art

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

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