About Me

I’m a graphic designer currently based in Washington, DC. I’m passionate about working with clients and crafting a unique message, amplifying it, and broadcasting it to the right people. I have experience in both print and digital design, as well as experience in photography, video, and motion design.

Skills

Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, AfterEffects, Lightroom, XD, Branding, Typography, Animation, Video Production, Google Suite, Microsoft Office

Work

2021 Senior Graphic Designer
2020 Graphic Designer

Jan 2020–Current

• Collaborated with accounts and creative team to produce insight driven campaigns for corporate, nonprofit, and advocacy clients in the public health/healthcare field. Campaigns leveraged both digital and print collateral, but became digital first due to the pandemic. Examples of campaign materials included logos, brand guides, social media graphics, videos, infographics, brochures, a websites.

• Produced high level designs in a fast-paced environment. Presented work and explained creative thinking both internally and to clients.

• Supported new business efforts by providing creative concepts to campaign tactics and working with the strategic team to assemble captivating presentations.

• Played a key role in boosting in-house video production, animation, and motion design capabilities as motion projects grew in demand.

Graphic Designer and Publications Manager

Jul 2018–Oct 2019

• Designed key art and promotional materials for 10 main-stage productions. Deliverables included postcards, programs, press kits, video trailers, interviews, gifs, posters, large format products, fliers, advertisements, social media graphics, email campaigns, event recaps, and website updates.
• Worked with the marketing team to develop the campaign for Twisted Melodies which generated a record breaking $180k in revenue, double that of the previous record for a Mosaic production.
• Strengthened institutional branding by establishing Mosaic brand guidelines, updating the logo, refining the website, producing an annual report, designing a season brochure, and enhancing the event photography archive.

Graphic Designer

May 2017–May 2018

• Art directed and developed campaigns supporting student life initiatives. Designed and produced logos, brand style guides, large format products, publications, and digital assets for the Carolina Union, student affairs departments, university partners, and student organizations.
• Maintained the Carolina Union brand identity across print and digital materials, internal documents, and event collateral. Set the standard for the Carolina Union’s digital presence through engaging photography, videos, and motion graphics.
• Provided leadership and professional development to over 15 student interns. Participated in four hiring committees during a period of staff turnover, while completing daily responsibilities.

Davidson Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Graphic Designer

Aug 2016–May 2017

• Created engaging marketing collateral which increased participation in Davidson Innovation and Entrepreneurship projects and funds.
• Overhauled the branding for the 3 Day Startup Challenge and established a new brand identity for Davidson Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

Freelance

Snapchat Geofilter Designer

Summer 2016

• Transformed client requirements and produced visually attractive and engaging products, including filters for weddings, birthdays, parties, products, landmarks, and more.
• Clients include everyone from entrepreneurs to large companies, and from newly weds to community leaders.
• Designed over 100 filters, including active community filters in North America, South America, and Europe.

Nicholas School of the Environment

Duke University

Research Translation Core Intern

Summer 2015

• Combined my public health data, environmental research, and graphic design
• Develop infographics, banners, and other graphics to visually support research findings.
• Designed static and interactive online materials that conveyed findings on flame retardants in furniture and other objects in the home.

Van Every/Smith Galleries

Davidson College

Gallery Intern

Aug 2013–May 2017

• Installed several shows featuring both international artists and student artists. Assisted with show layouts, worked with curators and artists, produced advertising materials (print and digital), and maintained the artwork.
• Curated select shows with art from the private collection.

Education

Davidson College

Graduated

2017

Degree

B.A. Studio Art and Gender Studies

GPA

3.80

HONORS & AWARDS: Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa Member, QuestBridge National College Match Recipient, Douglas Houchens Studio Art Award, Geoffrey Owen McAllen Studio Art Scholar, Sally G. McMillen Gender & Sexuality Studies Prize, Phi Beta Kappa Member