I had the pleasure of managing April at Great Jobs KC, and she is truly one of the most versatile designers I’ve worked with. April doesn't just execute a brief; she elevates it. What impressed me most was her genuine openness to feedback—she treats it as an opportunity to push the creative further. Whether we were brainstorming a brand-new concept or refining a tight-deadline project, April brought a 'yes, and' energy that made the whole team better. She was always willing to learn new skills, sharpen the ones she already had, and pitch in wherever needed. Any creative lead would be lucky to have her.
— Kate Crockett, Director of Communications
April is an inventive & practical designer who produces award-winning work. Given high expectations and narrow parameters she comes up with elegant solutions!
— Emily O’Shea, Account Executive at RRD, Garner Printing
April has produced some very good pieces for the Visual Arts and Humanities division. When given the time, flexibility and freedom to step outside the box, she delivers excellent collateral we are proud to claim.
— Ramona Johnson Davis, Founder at KC Black Arts Network
You’ve brought Mid-America Arts Alliance’s branding into the future.
— Abby Beckloff, former Communications Director, Mid-America Arts Alliance
“The design is so nasty and edgy — I love it!”
— Roger Shimomura on exhibition identity for Return of the Yellow Peril
Fridays without April is like Tuesdays without Morrie.
— Raina Heinrich, former coworker, Mid-America Arts Alliance
April is a hard worker and would be a great addition to your team! I'm happy to be a reference! April, I hate to see this message but I know you'll find the right place for you!
— Tasha Vockrodt, Creative Director
Best graphic designer I’ve ever worked with. Brilliant.
— Mary Kennedy, Director/Curator at Windgate Museum of Art, Hendrix College
What a joy it is working alongside April! She’s such a team player, her work is heartfelt, and her designs are inspiring. Anyone would be lucky to have April on their team!! As a newer individual to the industry, it was so amazing having April Neumann to work alongside. Without her and the other leaders on my team I would not be where I am today. Thank you, April, for always being such an inspiring creative and someone I can look up to!
— Emma Cruciani, Social Media Manager at Great Jobs KC
Nonprofit Connect Philly Awards 2020: Gold Philly Award, Magazine.
Nonprofit Connect Philly Awards 2017: Gold Philly Award, Print Newsletter; Gold Philly Award, Magazine.
Nonprofit Connect Philly Awards 2016: Best In-House and Award of Distinction, Magazine; Philly Award, Marketing Campaign.
Kansas City IABC: Best in Show and Bronze Quill, Magazine; Bronze Quill, Multimedia Campaign.
Catholic Press Association Catholic Press Awards 2016: General Excellence, Magazine.
HOW Magazine Winter In-House Awards 2015: Outstanding Achievement, Informational Brochure.
Nonprofit Connect Philly Awards 2015: Philly Award and Award of Distinction, Magazine; Philly Award and Award of Distinction, Informational Brochure; Philly Award and Award of Distinction, Print Newsletter.
Nonprofit Connect Philly Awards 2009: Second Place, Exhibition Brochure.