Lee Eelee Vue

online communications / branding / photography / youth leadership

Lee Vue is a storyteller, communication strategist, photographer, and mission-driven graphic designer dedicated to advancing social impact and racial equity. Born with a natural curiosity about the world, Lee pursued a degree in political science at the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities, where she first discovered her creative potential. What began as a college interest in digital photography soon evolved into an exploration of graphic and web design, eventually leading her to study design thinking and UI/UX.

With years of self-motivated practice and commitment, Lee has honed her skills to become a versatile creative professional who blends strategic communication with thoughtful design. She is recognized for her keen eye for data visualization and editorial style, ensuring that every project is rooted in equity, clarity, and purpose. Her work consistently seeks to uplift communities, amplify underrepresented voices, and advance systems change.

At the intersection of creativity and advocacy, Lee is passionate about weaving climate action and social justice themes into her work. Her professional experience spans a wide range of sectors, including startups, academic institutions, consulting firms, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations. Notable collaborators and employers include Seiche, Mississippi Park Connection, Berkshire Outdoor Center, University of Minnesota School of Public Health, Bancroft Arnesen Explore, AbleTo, Willow River Water Trail, and the Mekong River Commission.

Deeply engaged in community leadership, Lee also serves on the boards of Camp Menogyn, Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness, Youth Leadership Initiative, Ann Bancroft Foundation, and the BMPP Giving Circle. Through her multifaceted work, Lee Vue is committed to using storytelling, design, and strategy to create a more just, sustainable, and connected world.

QUALIFICATIONS

Lee Vue is an experienced communication strategist skilled at crafting compelling narratives that drive social impact and advance racial equity. She is an accomplished photographer with a strong editorial sensibility and expertise in digital photography. As a mission-driven graphic designer, she is proficient in data visualization, editorial design, web design, and UI/UX, ensuring her creative work is accessible, inclusive, and purpose-driven.

Lee brings years of experience working across diverse sectors—from startups and academic institutions to nonprofits and consulting firms—demonstrating her ability to adapt and lead in varied professional settings. Her collaborative projects have addressed themes of climate action, health equity, and community empowerment. In addition to her creative practice, she is a dedicated community leader, serving on multiple nonprofit boards where she contributes her strategic thinking and commitment to advancing equity and opportunity for all.

SKILLS

  • professional photographer

  • pro level multi-media software skills

  • administrative organizer

  • digital archiving

  • youth leadership training

professional experience

  • publicist for Qhia Dab Neeg Retrospect at In Progress

  • executive director of a youth leadership organization

  • freelance consultant for branding and online promotion

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