Cayla Merrill earned a BFA in Graphic Design with a Minor in Art History from the College of Saint Rose and began her career at Walter Bernard's studio in 2009 with an internship.

After her internship, Cayla went on to work at two companies designing packaging for products for T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, and Walmart. In Spring 2011, Cayla returned to Walter Bernard Design to fill the Designer & Studio Manager position and enjoys being back at a small, design-focused studio.

Currently, Cayla is working on the finishing touches to Bill Simmon's upcoming website Grantland.com, designing the centennial issues of Scandinavian Review, has completed a prototype for a publication about the Brooklyn Bridge and is preparing promotional materials for this year's Artists & Writers softball game. She enjoys knitting and other do-it-yourself crafts along with practicing yoga and enjoying warm weather.

May 2011

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