“Hannah is by far the most thorough designer I’ve worked with in 20+ years in marketing.”
— Theresa Sarna, Senior Marketing Manager, Bubbies Homemade Ice Cream & Desserts, Inc.
Hello - welcome to my portfolio website. I’m Hannah Kirsch, a senior graphic designer and graduate of the University of California, Davis. I’m currently based in Prescott Valley, AZ.
And, yes, in my excitement at seeing something I designed out in the wild, I did indeed ask a stranger to take a picture of me in the freezer aisle at Costco.
“[Hannah’s] positive attitude, timely and efficient communications and willingness to work with all departments and our vendors has been amazing and has allowed those other departments to work more efficiently.”
— Chad McClintock, Chief Operating Officer, Sunfood Superfoods, Inc.
My approach to design:
Design is art — with rules.
And I was a Girl Scout for over a decade.
To me, design strikes the perfect balance between creativity and structure. Like art, design relies on visual harmony and innovation. But unlike art, design operates within constraints—brand guidelines, audience expectations, return on investment, key performance indicators. Some see these constraints as limitations—I see space to thrive, to solve problems, to turn limitations into creative opportunities.
Graphic design is customer service.
How may I help you?
Great design goes beyond aesthetics—it solves problems and enhances experiences. That’s why I treat every project as a collaboration, ensuring clients, stakeholders, coworkers, department heads, and even the C-suite feel heard and supported. In my experience, the best designers don’t just create strong visuals; they communicate clearly, own their mistakes, and approach challenges with patience. A restaurant can serve incredible food, but if the service disappoints, diners walk away unhappy. I apply that same thinking to design—my goal is to deliver exceptional work through a seamless process.
Feedback makes design stronger.
“Hannah, make the design pop. No, we will not explain what that means.”
I see feedback as an essential tool, not a roadblock. In college, we gave and received critiques on every project, training ourselves to see beyond personal preference and uncover new insights. I actively seek input because it pushes my designs further. Even feedback that feels off-track can reveal underlying issues worth addressing, albeit in a bit of a roundabout way. By staying open to critique and responding with curiosity, I refine my designs into their best possible form.
Behind great work lies flexibility.
Something I will never say: “That’s not my job.”
Rigidity stifles creativity. Staying flexible and open to new ideas, evolving trends, and different perspectives keeps my work fresh and effective. I don’t believe in staying inside a stylistic bubble—design needs to connect with the world around it. And when it comes to teamwork, I’m always ready to adapt. “That’s not my job” isn’t in my vocabulary. Collaborating across departments; troubleshooting last-minute requests; stepping outside my usual responsibilities to move a project forward: I bring a solutions-driven mindset to every challenge.
“Hannah approaches every project with professionalism, fresh and creative ideas, and hard work. She clearly delivers the product, and asks questions along the way if needed. Anyone who works with her will be lucky to have the opportunity and connection to work with this talented designer.”
— Susan Abplanalp, Founder and President, Emery Street, Inc.