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Cynthia Michaels Portfolio
Welcome to my portfolio. Here you’ll find a wide selection of my work. Explore my projects to learn more about what I do. I use a variety of mediums and software to create high-end, exciting worlds and bring brands to life with brilliant placement and techniques.
DIGITAL REVERENCE LLC INTRO
Cynthia Michaels resume
As the founder and Creative Director of Digital Reverence LLC, I lead creative teams across multiple time zones, specializing in innovative design development and brand strategy. I have overseen the creation and launch of entirely new brand identities, successfully guiding teams through concept to execution. My adaptable skill set allows me to learn and master new software programs within days. In addition to client work, I manage a Facebook community of over 9,000 members, fostering a vibrant hub for design sharing and inspiration.
What makes me unique is my ability to blend creativity with strategy. I approach challenges with a designer’s mindset—always looking for innovation—but I balance that with a structured, analytical approach to ensure results align with goals. Whether I’m developing a new concept, collaborating with a team, or responding to feedback, I bring both imagination and discipline to the table. I also actively seek diverse perspectives, which help me create more inclusive and effective solutions. This combination has consistently helped me stand out in both team dynamics and project outcomes.
The combination of formal fine arts training and self-taught technical expertise makes me different from the average designer. Earning my bachelor’s in fine arts from the International Academy of Design and Technology has given me a distinctive design style. At the same time, I’ve taken the initiative to master tools like Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Flash, and Canva on my own, which has allowed me to stay ahead of industry trends and deliver award-winning designs.
I’m highly adaptable—equally comfortable leading a team or working independently—and I’ve developed excellent remote collaboration skills through more than four years of working with clients and teams around the world. My strengths in multitasking, organization, and attention to detail have consistently been recognized by both employers and instructors. I specialize in Advertising Design, Branding, Web Design, and Package Design, and I bring a strong work ethic and passion for creativity to every project I take on.
My design process is from initial concept to final product. Before anything happens, I understand the problem or concept first by meeting with the people and learning what their needs are. Then, I begin early sketches, ideas, and concepts all the while talking with the client to make sure their vision is being met. Then we build more ideas out of the concepts the client brings. If approved by the client, I’ll gather feedback from others and will play test their idea if that needs to be done. Once that is taken care of, I will finalize the feel and look at the project and hand it off to the client. If the client asks, I will stay involved.
Thank you for your consideration,
Cynthia Michaels
586-563-6920
Cynthia Michaels
Education
International Academy of Design & Technology
April 2007- March 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Creative Director/Owner of Digital Reverence LLC since 2020
Employment
Freelance
August 2012- working remotely, leading a team of designers, remote office work, etc. Fast turn around times.
Easy Solutions
248-589-2605 Clinton Township, MI
February 2012 - August 2012
Graphic Designer
StickleMe
248-705-0382 Sterling Heights, MI
January 2011 - March 2011
Graphic Design intern
Skills/Qualifications
I am proficient in Adobe After Effects, Dreamweaver, Flash, Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, Bryce 3d, Daz3d, Terragen, Canva, Figma.
I am proficient in Microsoft Office.
Strong HTML, (Designing websites since 2002) CSS skills (three years CSS experience),
Experience in creating web buttons, widgets, backgrounds, menus, layouts, story boarding.
User interface design, Researching skills.
Direct mailing ads, postcards, door hangers.
Graphic Design Skills, Layout Skills, Desktop Publishing.
High attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Flexibility, Deadline-Oriented.
Strong illustration and rendering skills.
Large format printing design.
I can learn almost any program on my own.
Pc and Macintosh environment experience (11 years experience on pc 4 years on Mac)
Awards
DC Comics Campaign Scholarship
International Academy of Design and Technology Detroit Campus Winner
Awarded $2500 by International Academy of Design and Technology and DC Comics
• Designed promotional materials for DC Comics release of a Graphic Novel called
Absolute Justice. Materials included a print ad and three online banner ads.
Celebrating Democracy Contest
Express your version of democracy according to your program
Second Place for Eagle poster with American Flag in background
Awarded by: Rene Nixon at International Academy of Design and Technology
Book cover design award for Rising Dawn from Published Authors Only
Publications
Art wanted.com 2006 calendar April 26, 2006
Self-published Author since 2010