Megan Prusynski

Independent Graphic & Web Designer

San Francisco Bay Area

Current
  • Blog Columnist at Green Options
  • Web Designer at PETA
  • Graphic & Web Designer at Ahimsa Creative
Past
  • Graphic/Web Design Intern at IdahoSTARS
Education
  • University of Idaho
Connections
84 connections
Industry
Graphic Design
Websites

Megan Prusynski’s Summary

I am an independent graphic and web designer specializing in finding sustainable design solutions for clients that, like me, are interested in making our world a better place. I have over three years of experience in both in-house and freelance design.

I am currently in the process of starting my own business and doing what I love full-time.

Megan Prusynski’s Specialties:

Green and sustainable graphic design, standards-based web design, branding and design for non-profits and sustainable small companies, creating and writing blogs, and copywriting.


Megan Prusynski’s Experience

  • Blog Columnist

    Green Options

    (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Renewables & Environment industry)

    January 2007Present (2 years 11 months)

    I have been writing a weekly article for Green Options since January 2007. I took a hiatus to travel for six months and returned in February 2008. You can read my articles on the Green Options network here: http://greenoptions.com/author/meganprusynski

  • Web Designer

    PETA

    (Non-Profit; 201-500 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

    September 2005Present (4 years 3 months)

    My job includes updating, maintaining, and designing many web sites for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, the world's largest animal rights organization. The position requires knowledge of web design standards (XHTML & CSS), Flash, XML, and a dedication to improving the lives of animals.

  • Graphic & Web Designer

    Ahimsa Creative

    (Graphic Design industry)

    June 2003Present (6 years 6 months)

    I have been freelancing throughout my career and am currently working on turning my independent design work into a sustainable business. I focus on working with clients that, like me, want to have a positive impact on the world: non-profits, grassroots organizations, and small green businesses.

  • Graphic/Web Design Intern

    IdahoSTARS

    (Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

    April 2004August 2005 (1 year 5 months)

    IdahoSTARS is a non-profit project promoting quality child care in the state of Idaho. I was responsible for designing their web site, promotional materials, and advertising as the design intern.


Megan Prusynski’s Education

  • University of Idaho

    BFA , Graphic & Interface Design , 20012005

    Activities and Societies:
    AIGA Student Group (Senior President 2004-2005, Secretary 2004), UI Honors Program, Compassion Speaks (animal rights club)

Additional Information

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Megan Prusynski’s Interests:

good design, art, tree hugging, hiking, backpacking, camping, travel, reading, writing, crafting, learning, yoga/pilates, snowboarding, alternative energy, organic gardening, activism

Megan Prusynski’s Groups:

AIGA, PETA, HSUS, Defenders of Wildlife, Amnesty International, Greenpeace

  •    Sustainability Working Group
  •    Ladies Who Launch
  •    Green
  •    Vegetarians and Vegans
  •    PETA
  •    GreenBiz.com -- Green Business Professionals

Megan Prusynski’s Honors:

Graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Idaho; Received Honors Core Award from the UI Honors Program


Megan Prusynski’s Contact Settings

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  • career opportunities
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  • expertise requests
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