Summary
Mika Caldera is a Senior Graphic Designer and front-end developer with over a decade of experience crafting print and digital experiences that engage and inspire. Based in Greater Hartford, she blends systematic problem-solving and strong communication with organizational rigor and empathy to deliver polished branding, UX/UI, and website work for universities, agencies, and independent clients. Her dual role as designer and developer lets her own projects end-to-end—from identity and print collateral to interactive websites—so visual strategy aligns tightly with implementation. At the University of Connecticut and through her studio MikaCaldera.com she balances institutional design constraints with creative experimentation, often translating research-driven insights into practical deliverables. Known for meeting deadlines across concurrent projects, she pairs tireless determination with a client-centric approach that helps diverse stakeholders express their vision. An uncommon strength is her comfort moving between hands-on production and higher-level brand thinking, making her a reliable partner for multifaceted creative programs.
11 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Associate's degree, Associate's degree at Manchester Community College
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Bachelors of Fine Arts at University of Connecticut
English, Spanish