Librarian and Digital Designer
Curating knowledge, designing with imagination
Hello, and welcome! I'm Julia Reed - a librarian, creative professional, and digital enthusiast based in South Texas. My career and education have taken me from the Rio Grande Valley to Brunswick, Maine, and Chicago, Illinois - each place shaping my perspective and enriching the diverse skill set I bring to both my library work and my digital design projects.
Library Work
With a background in library science, digital services, and information design, I currently work remotely as a Systems Librarian at the University of Phoenix, managing digital resources while contributing to reference services and content creation. Previously, I spent fifteen years working in public and specialized research libraries, including the McAllen Public Library and The Newberry Library in Chicago. My specializations include reference, collection development, and digital services.
Shop
In addition to librarianship, I'm passionate about photography, graphic design, web design, and digital illustration. My creative projects often draw inspiration from nature and the beauty of everyday life. My photos and designs are available as wall art, home décor, t-shirts, bags, notebooks, and more.
