UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Hello! I’m Skylar Huster, a senior at the University of Cincinnati’s DAAP program, pursuing a Communication Design degree with a minor in Marketing. My design work is fueled by a mindset of curiosity, intrigue, deep reflection, and a drive for creativity. My marketing coursework has equipped me to understand the designer’s role in achieving strategic objectives. I often rely on the power of drawing connections between unrelated ideas to create novel solutions. DAAP’s 5-year program includes five semester-long internships, during which I’ve held roles in Innovation/ New Brand Development, Environmental Graphic Design, Package Design, and Brand Expression. Along with my education, these experiences have elevated my design acumen and workflow, and fostered proficiency in conducting meaningful consumer research. I thrive in collaborative, hands-on environments where good work is improved by rapid prototyping and a great playlist. I’m a Cincinnatus Century Scholar, Delta Merit Scholar, and enthusiastic DAAP Ambassador. In 2020, the National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards recognized my photography — an art form that, alongside creative writing, complements my design skills. When not immersed in design endeavors, I’m lacing up my running shoes, enjoying the outdoors, or daring to top a NY Times best recipe.
WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL INSPIRED?
My greatest inspirations are drawn from observing people experiencing the highest and lowest of any emotion. When at their best, I’m eager to know what led them there; at their worst, I’m motivated to design solutions that may ease their challenges.
WHAT AREA OR AREAS OF DESIGN ARE YOU HOPING TO WORK IN?
To earn an eventual role as creative director, I intend to strengthen my skills in environment-driven branding, package design, and design strategy. And my excitement for solving intricate, multi-layered problems will lead my effort in attaining a front-end-innovation role.
