BALL STATE UNIVERSITY
Anna McCreary is a senior pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design with an anticipated graduation in May 2024. For Anna, graphic design is not merely a profession; it’s a lifelong fascination–the perfect blend of art and communication, a creative puzzle waiting to be solved. She states that graphic design allows her to turn challenges into opportunities, creating designs that serve a purpose. Anna has had the privilege of seizing remarkable opportunities during her time at Ball State. She has spent the past two semesters as a project manager for Studio 165+, an award-winning student-led design studio, working closely with both local and international clients. Anna is eager to continue exploring the boundless possibilities within graphic design and forging new connections along the way.
WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL INSPIRED?
I find the greatest inspiration when envisioning the future – picturing my dream career, the city I’ll call home, and the positive impact my design work could have. It’s the anticipation of my future goals that motivates me to do my best work and fuels my eagerness to learn and embrace new challenges.
WHAT AREA OR AREAS OF DESIGN ARE YOU HOPING TO WORK IN OR SPECIALIZE IN?
I’m looking to pursue a career in UI/UX design, where I can transform complex problems into visually engaging and functional solutions. I am also particularly interested in sports design due to its ability to energize and capture the spirit of teams and fans.
WHAT IS ONE THING THAT DESIGN SCHOOL HAS TAUGHT YOU THAT YOU DID NOT EXPECT?
How to talk about your work and how to visually present it. This unexpected lesson turned out to be one of the most important ones.
WHO IS SOMEONE YOU LOOK UP TO IN YOUR FIELD? EITHER TODAY OR HISTORICALLY?
I look up to Shantanu Suman, my graphic design professor, for the significant role he has played in shaping who I am as a designer.
