Asa Nelson Design

Asa Nelson

I am a versatile designer based in Pittsburgh, PA. I have a knack for finding imaginative solutions, crafting meaningful narratives, and sharing visual information. With a multidisciplinary background spanning graphic design, package design, and fine arts, I bring a unique perspective to each project I take on. Driven by curiosity, I ask thoughtful questions and approach design with empathy. I’m passionate about solving problems creatively and thrive when collaborating with others.

Education

Chatham University

M.A. Interdisciplinary Design Pittsburgh,
PA GPA: 3.93

University of Pittsburgh

B.A. Humanities, Legal Studies Minor Pittsburgh, PA Graduated cum laude

Skills

Visual Design

Writing and Editing

Layout Design

UX/UI Design

Email Design

Social Media

Teamwork

Branding

Video Editing

Work Experience

August 2024 — Present | Pittsburgh, PA

Adjunct | Point Park University

· Develop and teach comprehensive graphic design course, covering both theory and hands-on, immersive applications

· Guide students in mastering industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Suite

· Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to help students refine their design skills

· Stay updated on design trends and industry advancements to enhance curriculum relevance

· Foster a collaborative learning environment

August 2024 — Present | Pittsburgh, PA
January 2022 — Present | Remote

Freelance Graphic Designer

· Current clients include Empressa.ai, Pivotal Shifts, Wellness House, and Bach Choir of Pittsburgh

· Design custom graphics and marketing collateral tailored to client branding and marketing needs

· Collaborate with clients to ensure designs align with their vision and objectives

January 2022 — Present | Remote
November 2024 — May 2025 | Pittsburgh, PA

Digital Marketing Specialist | ProAdjuster Group

· Designed custom graphics and branding materials tailored to client needs · Edited and produced high-quality video content using Adobe Premiere · Collaborated with clients and teams to ensure consistency in design and messaging
November 2024 — May 2025 | Pittsburgh, PA
January 2022 — April 2024 | Pittsburgh, PA

Lead Graphic Designer | Tippins Foods

· Created the company’s branding and graphics for the website

· Designed all the labels for a new type of camping meal package

· Work featured in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Men’s Journal, The Boston Globe, Gear Junkie, and Terrain Magazin

January 2022 — April 2024 | Pittsburgh, PA
May 2022 — October 2022 | Pittsburgh, PA

Junior Designer (Intern) | Bell & Porter

· Designed social media posts for clients · Wrote compelling blog posts for the website and for clients · Efficiently completed graphic and package design work within deadlines
May 2022 — October 2022 | Pittsburgh, PA
August 2021 — January 2022 | Pittsburgh, PA

Design Assistant (Intern) | Chatham University

· Created visual assets, including icons, email banners, email templates, and gifs

· Designed marketing materials, such as the Student Affairs Newsletter, a publication given to all faculty

August 2021 — January 2022 | Pittsburgh, PA
April 2019 — January 2021 | Pittsburgh, PA

Software Support Specialist | Salsa Labs

· Helped nonprofits leverage two SaaS products: a feature-rich CRM and an email marketing tool

· Maintained a 97% average customer satisfaction score on over 6000 support requests

April 2019 — January 2021 | Pittsburgh, PA

Tools

Ready to Create Magic?

Canva
Illustrator
InDesign
Photoshop
After Effects
Premiere