Mission
I love the power of design to captivate users, redefine their visual journey, and expand their insights. Whether it's a tiny detail or a grand project, I'm all about making the ordinary extraordinary. Let's craft sleek, top-notch, and user-friendly designs that people will love!
Work Experience
April 2024 - present
Aug. 2023 - April 2024
Sept. 2019 - Aug. 2023
Sept. 2016 - Sept. 2019
April 2014 - Sept. 2016
Graphic Designer
BCA Architects & Engineers
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Developing and executing comprehensive marketing campaigns
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Conceptualizing and designing marketing material and project proposals
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Collaborating with current employees to develop project stories
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Providing graphic design assistance for client projects
Senior Graphic Designer and Marketing Specialist
Florida State University College of Medicine
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Developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies for several departments and outreach groups
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Conceptualizing, designing, and executing digital and print marketing materials to enhance brand visibility and engage target audiences effectively
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Conducting market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends
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Collaborating with the College of Medicine Department of Communications and Alumni Relations, to align marketing efforts with overall college goals and objectives
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Producing high-quality and engaging marketing content, including infographics and videos
Graphic Design and Media Specialist
Florida State University College of Medicine
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Created and executed digital and print marketing materials
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Built and curated a creative assets library that includes backgrounds, icons, textures
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Prepared and delivered final artwork to vendors to produce print copies
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Collaborated with the video production team to develop digital assets, that enhance appeal and effectiveness.
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Assisted video production team as script supervisor and boom operator
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Coded HTML emails and schedules for events and monthly newsletters
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Photographed student portraits and college events
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Edited photography to enhance appeal and maintain brand visuals
Architectural Designer
Hoy+Stark Architects
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Participated in client meetings
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Contributed to the development of architectural design solutions
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Collaborated in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups
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Prepared design boards showcasing interior color palettes and finishes
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Produced preliminary designs and construction documents in ArchiCad, Revit, and AutoCad
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Collaborated with design consultants on projects
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Managed three to five small school renovation projects
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Assisted principles in client presentation and interviews
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Attended on-site meetings with client and contractor
Designer
Animal Arts
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Managed multiple animal hospital projects of varying scale (3,000 sf - 40,000 sf)
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Collaborated with a cross-functional team, including consultants, to develop and execute project documentation, construction plans, and details.
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Coordinated project documentation execution, construction plans, and details, ensuring quality control and completion
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Developed drawings for large-scale specialty animal hospital
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Reviewed shop drawings, material samples, and construction documents for the conformance with design
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Mentored by senior architects and principals
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Developed and cultivated professional relationship with clients
Skills
Adobe (Ai, Id, Ps, Dw)
Procreate
Sketch
Empathy
Communication
Favorite Type of Work
Print Media
Infographics
Editorial Design
Invites
Social Media Graphics
Other Experience
Sept. 2018- Present
Jan. 2017- Jan. 2019
Aug. 2011-July 2012
Freelance Designer
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Creating digital and social media content
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Designing creative assets such as backgrounds, icons, textures
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Collaborating with other artists to promote their craft
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Developing logos for small start-up businesses
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Conceptualizing new designs for marketing material and ads
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Communicating with clients to ensure visual concepts are within standards
Owner
Two Leashes, LLC
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Founded and operated a successful pet-sitting business, Two Leashes, LLC, since 2017
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Managed and provided pet-sitting services for up to 14 clients per month, including four regular clients
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Followed detailed instructions from pet parents to ensure that all care, food, and other needs were met
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Prioritized animal well-being and safety at all times
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Provided comprehensive pet care services, including feeding, walking, playing, and administering oral medications
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Also provided basic house-sitting duties, such as watering plants and checking in on the house
High School Program Specialist
Big Brothers Big Sister of Yellowstone County
(Volunteer through JVC Northwest)
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Planned and taught weekly high school class
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Trained high school students on mentoring younger students
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Coordinated with school administration, faculty and staff to meet with students ages four through eighteen
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Communicated with students and families
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Assisted at outreach events
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Supported senior staff members in daily operation tasks
Education
Master of Science, Professional Communication
(with an emphasis on Integrated Marketing Communication)
Florida State University, School of Communication & Information (2021-2023)
Master of Architecture
University of Colorado Denver, College of Architecture & Planning (2012-2014)
Bachelor of Science, Architecture
The Catholic University of America, School of Architecture & Planning (2007-2011)
Affiliations
Creative Collective Tallahassee
AIA Florida
JVC Northwest