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Business sense, brand instinct.

I’m Zuzanna — a Finance & Accounting student at DePaul University (Marketing minor) who also works as a UI/UX designer and marketing contributor. I move between analyzing markets and client portfolios, running marketing outreach and campaigns, and designing the visuals that carry them — backed by certifications across marketing, AI tools, and analytics.

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Roles spanning finance, marketing, design, leadership & service
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Finance & Accounting Student · Marketing & UI/UX Contributor
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Finance & Accounting @ DePaul University — Class of 2028
About

Where clean design meets business thinking.

I’m a Finance and Accounting student at DePaul University (Driehaus College of Business, minor in Marketing, Dean’s List, 3.89 GPA), and since 2024 I’ve worked as a UI/UX designer and marketing contributor at WWS (Wizerunek w Sieci), where I’ve designed and optimized websites and social campaigns for over 100 businesses spanning shipping, construction, healthcare, and professional services.

My work bridges two worlds: the visual, brand-building side of design and the analytical, client-facing side of finance. I’ve analyzed equity and fixed-income markets as a Wealth Management Intern at MTD Financial, guided clients through purchasing decisions at Ford Motor Company, and led marketing and professional-development initiatives for two student organizations — all while keeping a steady hand on Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Elementor.

I’m fluent in Polish, conversational in Russian, and always looking for the next brand that needs both a sharp look and a smart plan.

Financial Modeling Business Analytics Digital Marketing Campaign Strategy Figma Adobe Creative Cloud Elementor Python HTML
Selected Work

Portfolio

A mix of design & marketing campaigns and hands-on finance & business experience — from brand design sets to wealth management and client-facing sales work.

MTD Financial logo Wealth Management
Finance & Strategy

MTD Financial — Wealth Management Intern

Prepared client meeting materials and portfolio/planning docs in Excel & CRM; analyzed U.S. equity, fixed-income, and Treasury yield trends to support advisor workflows.

Ford Motor Company logo Sales & Finance
Finance & Strategy

Ford Motor Company — Sales & Finance Intern

Guided ~100 clients through vehicle selection, financing, and purchasing alongside the dealership’s finance and sales teams; gained exposure to forecasting and corporate finance.

DePaul PE and VC Club logo Marketing Leadership
Finance & Strategy

DePaul PE & VC Club — VP of Marketing

Drove outreach and engagement for a finance-focused student organization; produced promotional content and event materials for speaker sessions and recruiting events.

Alpha Kappa Psi logo Professional Development
Finance & Strategy

Alpha Kappa Psi — VP of Professionalism

Led workshops, speaker events, and office visits; supported members with resume prep, mock interviews, and business etiquette programming.

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Home Services & Trades

Perfect Windows

“10 Energy-Efficient Windows for $6,999” — social media marketing campaign for a window installation & replacement business.

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Home Services & Trades

Rooster Windows

“10 Energy-Efficient Windows for $6,999” — social media marketing campaign for a window installation & replacement business.

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Home Services & Trades

Euro Paving

Instagram post campaign for a Chicago-area brick paving company.

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Home Services & Trades

PN Masonry

Full social media and branding set for a masonry company.

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Home Services & Trades

EnergyCo

Branding and marketing set for an energy services company.

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Home Services & Trades

ProEco Life

Marketing design set built around sustainable, eco-focused messaging.

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Home Services & Trades

PT Duct Cleaning

Single-post social design for a duct cleaning service business.

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Healthcare & Wellness

Lemont Dental Clinic

Full social media design set for a dental clinic’s ongoing content calendar.

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Healthcare & Wellness

Des Plaines Dental Studio

Marketing set for a dental studio’s brand and patient-facing content.

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Healthcare & Wellness

RE-MEDISPA

Branding and design set for a medical spa, including packaging and social layouts.

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Healthcare & Wellness

ASBMed

Healthcare-focused design set covering services and patient communication.

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Healthcare & Wellness

Healing My Edita

Wellness brand design set focused on a calm, approachable visual identity.

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Business & Brand

ITSE

Brand design set for a business services client.

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Business & Brand

Halinas Enterprise

Full brand design set covering identity and marketing collateral.

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Business & Brand

Masterman

Brand design set built for a growing business client.

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Business & Brand

Global Stone

Client-focused digital layout delivered as part of ongoing brand work.

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Business & Brand

SmartCityRenovation

Header and Facebook banner set for a renovation-focused brand.

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Business & Brand

Square Pillow

Product-focused design piece for a retail brand.

Clients & Collaborators

Brands I’ve worked with

A sample of the 100+ businesses and campaigns I’ve designed for since 2024.

Perfect WindowsEuro PavingPN MasonryEnergyCo ProEco LifeLemont Dental ClinicDes Plaines Dental Studio RE-MEDISPAASBMedHalinas Enterprise Perfect WindowsEuro PavingPN MasonryEnergyCo ProEco LifeLemont Dental ClinicDes Plaines Dental Studio RE-MEDISPAASBMedHalinas Enterprise
Polamer ShippingTwo Flags VodkaMajestic WindowsGlobal Stone MastermanITSEHealing My EditaSmartCityRenovation PT Duct CleaningSquare Pillow Polamer ShippingTwo Flags VodkaMajestic WindowsGlobal Stone MastermanITSEHealing My EditaSmartCityRenovation PT Duct CleaningSquare Pillow
Credentials

Certifications

Formal training across marketing platforms, AI tools, and analytics — on top of coursework in finance and accounting.

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Meta Certified Community Manager

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AI-Powered Shopping Ads Certification
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AI-Powered Shopping Ads

Google

Campaign Manager 360 Certification
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Campaign Manager 360 Certification

Google

AI Fluency for Nonprofits certificate
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AI Fluency for Nonprofits

Anthropic

AI Fluency for Small Businesses certificate
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AI Fluency for Small Businesses

Anthropic

Excel Essential Training certificate
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Excel Essential Training

Microsoft 365

Experience

Resume

Finance, marketing, design, leadership, and service experience — 12 roles and counting, based in Chicago, IL.

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June 2026 – Present Finance

Wealth Management Intern

MTD Financial, Inc. · Rolling Meadows, IL
  • Assist financial advisors with client account information, meeting materials, and financial planning documents
  • Research market trends, investment options, and retirement planning strategies to support client recommendations
  • Handle sensitive client and portfolio information with discretion and accuracy
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March 2026 – Present Leadership

VP of Marketing

DePaul Private Equity and Venture Capital Club
  • Drove outreach and engagement for a finance-focused student organization
  • Produced promotional content and event materials for speaker sessions and recruiting events
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November 2025 – Present Leadership

Vice President of Professionalism

Alpha Kappa Psi (Professional Business Fraternity)
  • Progressed from Member → Director of External Relations → Vice President of Professionalism
  • Lead professional development initiatives — workshops on networking, public speaking, interview prep, and career development
  • Previously led external partnerships and corporate outreach, coordinating firm office visits and networking events with alumni
  • Collaborate with the executive board to build programming that supports members’ professional growth
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November 2025 – January 2026 Service

Seasonal Sales Associate

HomeGoods (The TJX Companies, Inc.) · Mount Prospect, IL
  • Delivered customer-first service in a fast-paced retail environment during peak seasonal traffic
  • Supported store operations — merchandising, stocking, and sales-floor displays
  • Processed transactions accurately, including cash, card payments, and returns
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May 2025 – Present Marketing & Design

Media Specialist

A Soldier’s Journey Home · Hybrid
  • Visual storytelling and media production for a nonprofit building mortgage-free homes for injured U.S. veterans
  • Direct video shoots, produce multimedia content, and manage social media outreach to engage donors
  • Collaborate with 92 national volunteers to document build weeks and amplify the mission
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May 2025 – September 2025 Service

Passenger Service Agent

Alliance Ground International / SAS Airlines · O’Hare, IL
  • Assisted 300+ passengers per day with check-in, boarding, and travel documentation
  • Operated automated gate and ticketing systems, coordinating with flight crews for on-time departures
  • Recognized by supervisors for professionalism and customer service excellence
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February 2025 – October 2025 Service

Server

McAlister’s Deli · Mount Prospect, IL
  • Delivered efficient, friendly service during peak hours, contributing to a 15% increase in customer satisfaction scores
  • Operated the POS system to process orders and payments accurately
  • Helped train new team members on service consistency
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May 2024 – Present Marketing & Design

Digital Marketing Specialist

WWS Web Development + SEO · Des Plaines, IL
  • Started as UI/UX Designer, designing user-centered websites and interfaces for 100+ businesses across shipping, construction, and consumer goods
  • Now coordinate multi-channel marketing campaigns across social media, email, and web, reaching an audience of 25k+
  • Contributed to ad campaigns for international brands including Polamer Shipping and Two Flags Vodka
  • Analyze campaign metrics to optimize performance and inform strategy
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February 2024 – March 2024 Finance

Sales and Finance Intern

Ford Motor Company · Arlington Heights, IL
  • Guided ~100 clients through vehicle-selection, financing, and purchasing decisions
  • Gained exposure to corporate finance, forecasting, and internal communications
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February 2024 – April 2024 Service

Instructor

Code Ninjas · Arlington Heights, IL
  • Taught coding fundamentals using Scratch, JavaScript, and Python to classes of 10–20 students
  • Designed and delivered interactive lesson plans adapted to diverse learning styles
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August 2022 – May 2025 Marketing & Design

Founder

Zuzanna’s Graphics (Self-employed) · Arlington Heights, IL
  • Founded and scaled a creative business serving 20+ clients across Illinois, producing 1,000+ pieces of branded merchandise and digital assets
  • Managed end-to-end creative production and business operations — client relations, budgeting, marketing analytics, and vendor coordination
  • Designed campaigns that helped local organizations increase brand engagement by over 40%
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May 2022 – August 2025 Service

Lifeguard & Swim Instructor

River Trails Park District · Mount Prospect, IL
  • Supervised aquatic facilities, ensuring the safety of 200+ patrons per shift
  • Delivered swim lessons and responded to emergencies using CPR, First Aid, and AED training
  • Collaborated with a team of 15+ lifeguards and instructors, mentoring new staff
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Education

B.S. Finance & Accounting, Minor in Marketing
DePaul University, Driehaus College of Business
Expected Graduation: June 2028 · Dean’s List · GPA 3.89 · CPA Eligibility 2029
Activities: Alpha Kappa Psi (VP of Professionalism), PE/VC Club (VP of Marketing), Females in Finance & Women in Business
Recognized among the top 5% of students at Driehaus College of Business, 2026 Honors Convocation

Skills

Financial Modeling Excel & MS Office Business Analytics Figma Adobe Creative Cloud Elementor Python / Java / Swift / HTML Polish (Fluent) Russian (Conversational)

Certifications

6 professional certifications across marketing, AI tools & analytics — see them all ↓

Full Resume (PDF)

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Get In Touch

Let’s build something worth designing for.

Open to freelance design work, marketing collaborations, and finance/business internships. Based in Chicago, IL — happy to work remotely too.

@ zuzannalasota110@gmail.com
(773) 999-3922
📍 Chicago, IL