Heather Olson

Inclusive Talent Recruiter and Connector of Creatives

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

About

First and foremost, Heather Olson is a design industry advocate. From practicing graphic designer to marketer and recruiter of creative services, her career has crossed the thresholds of design firms, ad agencies, corporate in-house groups, and sole proprietorships. This passion extends beyond the workday to making contributions as a leader of the profession and a mentor to our local and national design community. As a motivated, accomplished marketing and recruitment professional, Heather's purpose today is to build inclusive business relationships for creatives. She is eager, ambitious, and driven to activate connections and make ideas happen. The focus of her service is to increase diversity, visibility, and category leadership for businesses and individuals. In the midst of this process, her greatest pleasure is in coaching and guiding her peers to discover where and how to best utilize their talents. Consider working with Heather to position your business for success, or to enhance your career! CAPABILITIES Talent Sourcing, Career Pathfinding, Prospect Research & Lead Generation. Also Project Management, Social & Marketing Content, Editing & Proofreading, Interview & Pitch Prep. STRENGTHS Futuristic, Input, Maximizer, Responsibility, Focus DESIGN PROFESSION HONOR AIGA Fellow BUILD YOUR TEAM, FIND A GREAT JOB, GET NEW CLIENTS https://soladayolson.com/ CONTACT Find Heather here: e: [email protected] w: soladayolson.com Social too: x: heather_s_olson ig/threads: hsolson li: soladay olson fb: soladay olson

Experience

  • Founder | Advisor & Advocate at Soladay Olson | Connections for Creatives
    Nov 2014 - Present · 11 yrs 8 mos

    Heather Soladay Olson is a design industry advocate. From practicing graphic designer to marketer of creative services, her career has crossed the thresholds of design firms, ad agencies, corporate in-house groups, and sole proprietorships. Eager, ambitious, and driven: Heather’s passion extends beyond the workday to leadership and mentor activities in our local and national design community. Heather’s purpose: Build business relationships for creative individuals and entities. Her mission: Increase the visibility of all talented professionals. Encourage inclusivity in hiring. And match-make new collaborations that produce innovation. Her practice: - Connecting employers with talent of all identities. - Supporting jobseekers in their search. - Introducing entrepreneurs to prospective clients. Heather’s greatest pleasure? Guiding peers (at all stages) in how to maximize their expertise. Contact Heather to discuss your creative team's staffing or lead generation needs: [email protected] Visit: http://www.soladayolson.com

  • Internship Producer (PT Contract) at North Hennepin Community College
    Mar 2015 - Jun 2025 · 10 yrs 4 mos

    Our goal is to match local employers with talented design students for a 100-hour internship. The NHCC Experience Project will serve client marketing and communication needs and provide practical experience for emerging design professionals. Graduates of the NHCC Associate program typically go on to complete a Bachelor's degree to pursue a variety of experiences in the creative industry. Please contact [email protected] if you are seeking an intern or know someone who is! Visit http://nhcc.edu/graphicdesign to learn about the curriculum.

  • Franke+Fiorella (3 yrs 7 mos)
    • Marketing Director
      Mar 2012 - Nov 2014 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      Marketing coordination of all communications channels including identity, website, newsletter, social media, sponsorships, speaking engagements, and PR. Management of client and prospect database, and support of new business development. Recruitment of team members.

    • Marketing and Recruitment Consultant
      May 2011 - Mar 2012 · 11 mos

      Marketing coordination of all communications channels including identity, website, newsletter, social media, sponsorships, speaking engagements, and PR. Management of client and prospect database. Recruitment of team members.

  • Director of Marketing and Recruitment at Larsen
    Jan 2002 - Dec 2010 · 9 yrs

    In addition to directing marketing, PR, lead generation and database management, sponsorship and scholarship coordination, this role involved employee recruiting and staff communications.

  • Marketing Associate at The Office of Eric Madsen
    2001 - 2001 · Less than a year

    Supported marketing efforts through research and correspondence.