Ryan Anderson

Ryan is passionate about helping students recognize their talents, build confidence, and discover their strengths, values, and skills. He enjoys supporting them as they work toward their personal and professional goals during a time that’s both exciting and sometimes overwhelming. As he says, “We’ve all been there. I’m excited to help ease some of that stress and work with students to build on their unique strengths.”

He cycled through journalism and advertising majors before finishing up at St. Cloud State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design.

Ryan says, “I always knew I liked writing, creating, and sharing stories — something that really grew from being part of the local music scenes in Fargo-Moorhead and the Twin Cities. I began in journalism, shifted to advertising and marketing, and eventually studied graphic design. Luckily, I’ve been able to use all three in my career — sometimes all at once, which definitely keeps things interesting!”

Ryan is no stranger to career change and wearing a lot of different hats at work. His first job was as a designer in the printing industry. He then worked as a graphic designer, advertising manager, and senior marketing manager in the outdoor industry with Hoigaard’s and Vail Resorts. As the craft beer industry began to boom, he was offered an amazing role in the marketing department at Brewers Supply Group. After relocating to Moorhead, Ryan continued working in marketing as a freelancer. Then in November 2021, he decided to try something completely different and joined the Career Center — and quickly found it felt like home. He says, “I had no idea just how much I needed the change at the time and quickly fell in love with the work, my department, and the division.”

Outside work, Ryan is a huge music fan who loves live shows. His taste is pretty eclectic, but you’ll find a good mix of indie, punk, and ’80s/’90s music in his collection.