Hello!
Chloe Ehlers is an award-winning illustrative designer with a love for hand lettering and colorful designs! During her time at USC, she's gained experience as a designer for Garnet and Black magazine, the student-run Design Studio. In her personal work you are likely to see a ghost, a frog, or her puzzle piece lettering. If Chloe is not designing or doodling, you’ll probably find her crocheting, making earrings, or doing embroidery!
Experience
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Aug 2024 - Present
Led the creative direction and visual style for multiple magazine issues, ensuring cohesive design that aligns with editorial vision and brand identity.
Directed the design and production process of each issue, from concept to final layout, while maintaining deadlines.
Supervised a team of graphic designers and junior artists, providing mentorship, feedback, and quality control to ensure top-tier design execution.
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May 2023 - Present
Collaborated with clients to understand design goals, translating their vision into visually compelling concepts and deliverables across digital and print platforms.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring designs were delivered on time while maintaining a high level of creativity and attention to detail.
Created and maintained design files and assets, ensuring organization and easy access for future use or revisions.
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Sep 2024 - Present
Participated in brainstorming sessions and design critiques, contributing fresh ideas and receiving feedback to continuously improve creative output.
Contributed to the studio’s growth and success by managing timelines, meeting deadlines, and taking ownership of multiple client projects simultaneously.
Collaborated with a diverse team of students to ideate and create design concepts, balancing creativity with real-world client needs.
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May 2023 - Present
Designed and produced visually engaging graphics for print and digital media, maintaining brand consistency across all platforms
Developed brand guidelines and templates, ensuring a cohesive visual identity across all marketing materials and communications.
Collaborated with leadership to create promotional materials for events, workshops, and club activities, enhancing the club’s presence both online and offline.
Awards & Exhibitions
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Silver Winner / 2024
Publication Design, Editorial Spread of Feature - Observations on Star Trek
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Award of Design Excellence / 2023
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Popup Gallery Exhibition at Queens University of Charlotte / 2024
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Recognition of Excellence / 2025