Liz Rose Chmela
Creative Director | 15+ Years Building Design Systems & Websites
15 yrs experience · Washington, DC · <10 hrs/week
About
Creative Director with 15+ years of experience designing brand systems and building high-performing websites. Specializes in collaborating with nonprofits, startups, and mission-driven organizations to create thoughtful, conversion-focused digital experiences, with expertise in Framer and modern no-code workflows for fast, flexible website development.
Skills
Experience
- Founder & Creative Director · Made by We12-01-2011
As the Founder and Creative Director of Made by We, I have partnered with agencies and internal teams to deliver brand systems, marketing sites, and scalable design frameworks. Known for balancing speed, quality, and collaboration in fast-moving environments. Notable clients include: NMWA, 988 Lifeline, City of NYC, Harvard Medical School, Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment, and Vibrant Emotional Health.
- Creative Director for Cultures Magazine · American Society for Microbiology01-01-2014 – 12-01-2017
As Creative Director for Cultures Magazine, a quarterly publication produced by the American Society for Microbiology, I helped launch the new publication from its very first issue. I oversaw design, layout, print and digital production of four issues annually, translating complex scientific concepts into visually engaging, publication-ready editorial content. My work included designing detailed infographics, technical diagrams, and data visualizations alongside feature stories and interviews with notable public figures including Jane Goodall and President Jimmy Carter. I collaborated closely with editors, scientists, and contributors to ensure accuracy, clarity, and strong visual communication while meeting strict publication deadlines and print specifications. This role required balancing technical precision with clean, approachable design, particularly when simplifying complex information into polished, editable visual formats suitable for academic and professional audiences.
Education
- Miami UniversityBachelor's Degree, Graphic Design
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