I began my career as a design engineer, gaining extensive experience in utility and facility design, space planning, and construction. Recently, I've sharpened my skills in digital design as a user experience design fellow at Springboard. I focused my education on the user experience and visual storytelling while nurturing my passion for illustration and visual design. My work is grounded in a degree in Integrated Design Engineering from the University of Colorado, where I spent two years designing adaptive products and exploring the intersection of engineering for the community and product design. Every project I take on is guided by a commitment to community and purpose, ensuring that my designs resonate with and positively impact the people they serve.

Outside of work, I love to ski and explore the city! You’ll often find me at Crystal Mountain or hanging out on the patio at Harry’s Fine Foods in Cap Hill - two of my favorite places!

Thanks for checking out my portfolio! If you would like to learn more about my experience or to chat more, please feel free to contact me at erikaakissler@gmail.com.