Melody Moran is a Graphic Designer who recently graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design, based in New York City. With a background rooted in drawing and a growing passion for minimalistic design, her work focuses on clean layouts, strong typography, and purposeful visual hierarchy. She explores simplicity through sketching, mood boards, and a modern design approach centered on clarity, space, and tone. Her design practice aims to create work that feels approachable, professional, and quietly expressive.

Currently on repeat:

“Love Language”– Tomorrow x Together

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design | 2021-2025

Buffalo State University – Buffalo, NY

Work

Graphic Design Intern | 2025

Jacqueline Vito LoRusso Alumni & Visitor Center – Buffalo, NY

•Contributed to brainstorming sessions to generate creative ideas for various projects, while ensuring consistency in visual style and branding.

•Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring client satisfaction.

•Managed and organized digital asset libraries, making it easier for the team to access and use approved design files.

Graphic Design Assistant | 2024-2025

Design and Print Center – Buffalo, NY

•Executed clear, concise and professional consultation with clients to fulfill their graphic and printing needs.

•Efficiently provided services to multiple customers at a time.

•Edited and proofread designs to ensure accuracy and alignment with client requirements, making necessary adjustments before printing.

Retail Sales Photographer | 2023

Magic Memories – New York, NY

•Captured 300+ photographs daily.

•Ensured excellent customer service by responding to guest requests, expectations and needs.

•Maintained all equipment such as Lights, Cameras, Printers, etc.

•Filled out and regularly reviewed sales key performance indicators.

Exhibitions

Nostalgic Reflections: Senior Show | 2025

E. H. Butler Library- Buffalo, NY

A series of animations exploring the emotional resonance of physical objects, particularly photographs, as quiet carriers of personal memory, holding onto memories long after the moments have passed.

ABC Book Launch | 2024

Fitz Books and Waffles – Buffalo, NY

Designed and launched an original alphabet book, using custom illustrations to creatively interpret each letter.

Art & Design Fall Student Exhibition | 2023

Czurles-Nelson Gallery- Buffalo, NY

Featured a 3D render alongside works from Level 100 and 200 students, showcasing a diverse range of creative projects that reflect foundational skills and concepts developed during the semester.

Currently on repeat:

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design | 2021-2025

Buffalo State University – Buffalo, NY

Work

Graphic Design Intern | 2025

Jacqueline Vito LoRusso Alumni & Visitor Center – Buffalo, NY

•Contributed to brainstorming sessions to generate creative ideas for various projects, while ensuring consistency in visual style and branding.

•Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring client satisfaction.•Managed and organized digital asset libraries, making it easier for the team to access and use approved design files.

Graphic Design Assistant | 2024-2025

Design and Print Center – Buffalo, NY

•Executed clear, concise and professional consultation with clients to fulfill their graphic and printing needs.

•Efficiently provided services to multiple customers at a time.

•Edited and proofread designs to ensure accuracy and alignment with client requirements, making necessary adjustments before printing.

Retail Sales Photographer | 2023

Magic Memories – New York, NY

•Captured 300+ photographs daily.•Ensured excellent customer service by responding to guest requests, expectations and needs.•Maintained all equipment such as Lights, Cameras, Printers, etc.

•Filled out and regularly reviewed sales key performance indicators.

Exhibitions

Nostalgic Reflections: Senior Show | 2025

E. H. Butler Library- Buffalo, NY

A series of animations exploring the emotional resonance of physical objects, particularly photographs, as quiet carriers of personal memory, holding onto memories long after the moments have passed.

ABC Book Launch | 2024

Fitz Books and Waffles – Buffalo, NY

Designed and launched an original alphabet book, using custom illustrations to creatively interpret each letter.

Art & Design Fall Student Exhibition | 2023

Czurles-Nelson Gallery- Buffalo, NY

Featured a 3D render alongside works from Level 100 and 200 students, showcasing a diverse range of creative projects that reflect foundational skills and concepts developed during the semester.

MNM

•Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring client satisfaction.

•Managed and organized digital asset libraries, making it easier for the team to access and use approved design files.

•Captured 300+ photographs daily.

•Ensured excellent customer service by responding to guest requests, expectations and needs.

•Maintained all equipment such as Lights, Cameras, Printers, etc.