
About Me
Hi there, I’m Linda Norland! I’m a multitalented digital creative based out of lakes country Minnesota. What exactly does that mean? Keep scrolling to find out!
Who I Am
When it comes to digital marketing, I’ve got all the bases covered. I have experience with web design & development, advertising, public relations, graphic design, photography, webinar management, and video production. I built my career on a solid foundation that includes a drive to tell better stories, a fascination with problem solving, and a passion for learning. With these three talents, there’s no creative pursuit that I can’t tackle.
I’m at my best when faced with a new challenge. That’s when my unique combination of creativity, curiosity, and adaptability really shine. I thrive in an environment where I can handle different kinds of projects and add new skills to my ever-evolving toolset.
I enjoy my current role at SJE because it offers a broad list of responsibilities and openness to innovation. In my time here, I have translated my written storytelling ability into video content production, learned 3D modeling, and even acquired my drone license to fly commercially. I take pleasure in growing our social media and email lists through creative content combined with a love of analytics and strategy. My favorite projects have been building a new website from scratch for our PCB department and creating animated videos where I turned my coworkers into cartoon characters to explain our new values.
I am proficient in most of the Adobe Creative Cloud apps, with advanced knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere Pro. I also use Blender for 3D modeling and animation. I have extensive experience building and maintaining WordPress websites; I attended the Minnesota WordCamp conference in 2019 and 2020.
What I Do
Our digital world changes fast, which means there’s always something new and different to learn. Luckily, I love learning new skills and adapting my process as the technology changes. See some of the things I’ve learned below.
Web Design
I majored in Web Design at NDSU, and though it’s just one of my many skills nowadays, it’s still my passion. I specialize in WordPress website creation and management. These days, I tend to use Elementor Pro for web design. However, I still dive into the HTML and CSS on occasion.
Graphic Design
I have experience with both print and digital design, but the latter is my specialty. Whether you’re looking for a social media post, a web banner, or a poster, I’m your girl.
Video/Motion Graphics
I make videos with a variety of skills, including filming, editing, animation, motion design, and sound design.
Content Creation
My minor at NDSU was journalism, and I carry my love for writing into my marketing career. I write, design, and direct all sorts of creative content for sharing on the web. From blogs to press releases to social posts, I’ve got it covered.
Photography
I’ve been experimenting with photography since I was 16. Now I use my skills to take product and professional portrait photos for work. I also enjoy wildlife and landscape photography as a hobby.
Digital Marketing
This is kind of a general catch-all for a range of skills I’ve developed, including:
- Email marketing
- Social media (organic & paid)
- Google Ads
- SEO
What I Use
