SESSIONS COLLEGE FOR PROFESSIONAL DESIGN
Rachel is a graphic designer and co/owner of Beegus Media. Rachel’s interest in design began when she studied graphic and web design at a vocational high school. Rachel worked freelance until 2017 when she began thinking about pursuing a career that would provide for her and her three boys. It didn’t take long for her to decide to become a graphic designer. Rachel earned an Associate Degree in Graphic Design at Sessions College. While she was attending school, she joined forces with a web developer to form Beegus Media. The company has had huge success, especially in the current environment, Beegus helping many small businesses and organizations create or extend their online presence by providing them with professional designs, social media accounts, and websites.
WHERE WERE YOU BORN AND WHERE DO YOU LIVE NOW?
I was born in Connecticut. I’ve lived in 6 states, but I have finally settled in Idaho.
STUDYING ON CAMPUS OR ONLINE?
Online, thank the Lord
MORNING PERSON OR NIGHT OWL?
Night owl for sure. My brain comes alive at night! The best creative ideas have come to me after midnight
FAVORITE MOVIE?
Anne of Green Gables, My Fair Lady, anything happy!
FAVORITE BINGE WATCH?
Man in the High Castle
FAVORITE SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM?
FAVORITE PODCAST?
That Sounds Fun
FAVORITE FINE ARTIST?
Leonardo da Vinci. I love the details, the problem solving, and the fact that his works have lasted through time.
FAVORITE BOOK?
The Bible. I wouldn’t be here today without the Lord guiding me and giving me so many amazing opportunities.
FAVORITE CHARITY/CAUSE?
Right to Life
FAVORITE FREE TIME ACTIVITY DURING THE PANDEMIC?
Hiking!
HAVE THE CHALLENGES OF 2020 CHANGED HOW YOU THINK ABOUT GRAPHIC DESIGN AND DESIGNERS?
For sure. Working with small businesses during this time has opened my mind to the value of good design. Many businesses have had to create an online presence for the first time, and in so doing, they realize that to be competitive they must have good quality design in all facets of their presence. As designers, we get to help others be successful in their ventures.
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