Hi! My name is Lilyia Vaalburg, and I am a Graphic Designer with a focus on user-centered experiences. I create solutions that are as intuitive as they are visually striking. I hold a B.S. in Design from Ferris State University, combining a background in human-computer interaction with robust graphic design skills. With a year of professional experience in client collaboration and execution, I am committed to delivering design work that meets business goals and elevates the user experience.

Email
lilyiavaalburg@gmail.com

Phone
(616) 238-5073

Tools

Skills

Marketing Collateral & Production

  • Branded PowerPoint & Presentation Decks

  • Social Media Graphics & Ad Creatives

  • Print Materials (Brochures, Business Cards, Flyers)

  • Environmental Graphics & Signage

  • Photo Editing & Manipulation

Brand Identity & Strategy

  • Logo Design & Variations

  • Brand Guidelines (Typography, Color Palettes, Usage)

  • Visual Identity Systems

  • Rebranding & Brand Refreshes

UI/UX & Digital Design

  • Website & App Interface Design (UI)

  • Wireframing & Interactive Prototyping

  • User Research & Testing

  • Responsive Web Layouts

  • Design Systems for Developers

Any unanswered questions?

  • DescripYes, absolutely. I am fully equipped with a dedicated home office and high-speed internet, allowing me to integrate seamlessly with remote teams. I am comfortable collaborating across time zones and using tools like Slack, Zoom, and Asana to stay connected.

  • I am currently based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and am not looking to relocate at this time. However, I am open to traveling for quarterly team meetups, onboarding weeks, or critical project launches.

  • I am available for on-site or hybrid roles within a 30-mile radius of the Grand Rapids area. For opportunities outside this range, I am available exclusively for remote collaboration.

  • My primary focus is finding a dedicated full-time role where I can grow with a team, but I occasionally take on freelance projects that align with my values.

  • I believe research is the key to good design. My process starts with understanding your users and business goals before I open any design software. From there, I move to wireframing/prototyping, iterative feedback loops, and finally, high-fidelity design. This ensures the final result isn't just beautiful, but functional and strategic.

  • I view feedback as a collaborative tool, not a personal critique. I encourage open communication and typically build in specific review rounds to ensure the project stays on track and meets your vision without endless back-and-forth.