Top Talent like Kayla are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Kayla Netemeyer

Brand Designer
Champaign, IL, US
Graphic Design
Design
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Creative Cloud
Brand Development
Digital Advertising
Figma
Logo Design
Canva
Adobe After Effects
Video Editing
Brand Ambassador
Advertising
UI/UX Design
Prototyping
Wireframing
Print Advertising
Flyer Design
Icon Design
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Creative Graphic Designer | Branding and Advertising | FAA James Scholar
Hi, I’m Kayla! I'm a multidisciplinary designer focused on branding and advertising. I blend storytelling with visual design to create work that’s clear, compelling, and intentional across digital, print, and product experiences. I’m pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design with a Minor in Advertising and Media at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2022–2026). I’m passionate about design that feels both purposeful and expressive. Whether I’m developing a brand identity or shaping a multi-platform campaign, I approach every project with curiosity, creativity, and a strong attention to detail. Recently, I interned with Staples Promotional Products, where I designed a range of print and digital marketing assets for S&P 500 and Fortune 500 clients, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure brand standards were upheld. This experience, along with my ongoing work at Campus Ink, has helped me translate classroom learnings into real-world impact, pairing creativity with strategic decision-making and hands-on client management.

Projects

Block Burgers Branding

Block Burgers is a specialized dining and entertainment concept developed for the Champaign-Urbana area, addressing the lack of a family-oriented space at the University of Illinois campus. Block Burgers is a modern sports bar focused on premium burgers and an atmosphere driven by community and activity. This space is designed to provide an alternative to typical student bars, particularly during high-traffic events like Family Weekends. The building features indoor and outdoor seating, lawn games/entertainment zones, creating a welcoming gathering place for both students and visiting families.See More

MyLiftLocker (Branding, UI/UX, Campaign)

MyLiftLocker is a conceptual fitness-tech brand that my team developed to address a common frustration in busy gyms: waiting for machines and equipment. Inspired by virtual line systems like those used at Universal Studios’ water parks, MyLiftLocker introduces a virtual queue that allows gym-goers to reserve machines or equipment without having to physically stand in line. MyLiftLocker provides a smarter, more efficient gym experience, reducing wait times, minimizing crowding, and helping users stay focused on their fitness goals.See More

Opal & Oak (Branding, UI/UX)

Opal and Oak is a conceptual brand identity and UI/UX design project. The scope included creating a full logo system and defining comprehensive brand guidelines. This foundation was then applied to the UI/UX design and development of a fully responsive website. The site was strategically built to attract new customers and effectively showcase designer portfolios and client reviews.See More

Muse (Branding, Product Packaing)

Muse: a non-alcoholic sparkling cocktail brand built around paint-and-sip events and creative expression. The goal is to blend art, experience, and accessibility into a brand that encourages people to slow down, experiment, and find inspiration in the process.See More

Work History

S

Graphic Design Intern

Staples Promotional ProductsJun 2025 - Dec 2025 • 7 mosDesign print and digital marketing materials for Tier One clients including Subaru, Kubota, Coca-Cola, CarMax, and Snap-on. Projects include catalogs, flyers, and web designs.
C

Student Design & Sales Ambassador

Campus InkJan 2025 - May 2025 • 5 mosHands-on experience in design, sales, and client management while creating custom apparel.
S

Part-time Graphic Designer

STL ConstructionJan 2025 - Sep 2025 • 9 mosFreelance graphic design for STL Construction, creating logos, flyers, yard signs, and other design assets on a part-time basis.

Education

U

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

BFA Graphic Design, Minor in Advertising and Media, Graphic Design2022 - 2026
R

Red Bud High School

High School Diploma2018 - 2022

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Creative Graphic Designer | Branding and Advertising | FAA James Scholar
Hi, I’m Kayla! I'm a multidisciplinary designer focused on branding and advertising. I blend storytelling with visual design to create work that’s clear, compelling, and intentional across digital, print, and product experiences. I’m pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design with a Minor in Advertising and Media at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2022–2026). I’m passionate about design that feels both purposeful and expressive. Whether I’m developing a brand identity or shaping a multi-platform campaign, I approach every project with curiosity, creativity, and a strong attention to detail. Recently, I interned with Staples Promotional Products, where I designed a range of print and digital marketing assets for S&P 500 and Fortune 500 clients, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure brand standards were upheld. This experience, along with my ongoing work at Campus Ink, has helped me translate classroom learnings into real-world impact, pairing creativity with strategic decision-making and hands-on client management.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Kayla are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Kayla Netemeyer

Brand Designer
Champaign, IL, US
Graphic Design
Design
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Creative Cloud
Brand Development
Digital Advertising
Figma
Logo Design
Canva
Adobe After Effects
Video Editing
Brand Ambassador
Advertising
UI/UX Design
Prototyping
Wireframing
Print Advertising
Flyer Design
Icon Design
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Projects

Block Burgers Branding

Block Burgers is a specialized dining and entertainment concept developed for the Champaign-Urbana area, addressing the lack of a family-oriented space at the University of Illinois campus. Block Burgers is a modern sports bar focused on premium burgers and an atmosphere driven by community and activity. This space is designed to provide an alternative to typical student bars, particularly during high-traffic events like Family Weekends. The building features indoor and outdoor seating, lawn games/entertainment zones, creating a welcoming gathering place for both students and visiting families.

MyLiftLocker (Branding, UI/UX, Campaign)

MyLiftLocker is a conceptual fitness-tech brand that my team developed to address a common frustration in busy gyms: waiting for machines and equipment. Inspired by virtual line systems like those used at Universal Studios’ water parks, MyLiftLocker introduces a virtual queue that allows gym-goers to reserve machines or equipment without having to physically stand in line. MyLiftLocker provides a smarter, more efficient gym experience, reducing wait times, minimizing crowding, and helping users stay focused on their fitness goals.

Opal & Oak (Branding, UI/UX)

Opal and Oak is a conceptual brand identity and UI/UX design project. The scope included creating a full logo system and defining comprehensive brand guidelines. This foundation was then applied to the UI/UX design and development of a fully responsive website. The site was strategically built to attract new customers and effectively showcase designer portfolios and client reviews.

Muse (Branding, Product Packaing)

Muse: a non-alcoholic sparkling cocktail brand built around paint-and-sip events and creative expression. The goal is to blend art, experience, and accessibility into a brand that encourages people to slow down, experiment, and find inspiration in the process.

Work History

S

Graphic Design Intern

Staples Promotional ProductsJun 2025 - Dec 2025 • 7 mosDesign print and digital marketing materials for Tier One clients including Subaru, Kubota, Coca-Cola, CarMax, and Snap-on. Projects include catalogs, flyers, and web designs.
C

Student Design & Sales Ambassador

Campus InkJan 2025 - May 2025 • 5 mosHands-on experience in design, sales, and client management while creating custom apparel.
S

Part-time Graphic Designer

STL ConstructionJan 2025 - Sep 2025 • 9 mosFreelance graphic design for STL Construction, creating logos, flyers, yard signs, and other design assets on a part-time basis.

Education

U

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

BFA Graphic Design, Minor in Advertising and Media, Graphic Design2022 - 2026
R

Red Bud High School

High School Diploma2018 - 2022

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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