resume

Overview

I'm a leader and a conceptual problem solver; a builder of strong client relationships; an articulate presenter of ideas; and above all, a storyteller who helps to convey clients’ messages in new and creative ways.

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Proficiency

Experience

Education

Leadership

Proficiency

Expert Sketch
InDesign
Illustrator
Photoshop
Google Slides Keynote

Educational Training Integrated Branding & Identity | NYU
UX Design | Certificate from GA
Responsive Web Design
Multimedia Design
Typography
Integrated Branding
Marketing Strategy

Intermediate HTML & CSS
Final Cut Pro / Adobe Premier
PowerPoint

General Knowledge Wordpress Integration PHP
Javascript
Video & Animation Design
After Effects

Areas of Focus

Branding

Visual Identity

Digital Design

Print Design

Experience

Senior Design Manager (prev. Associate Art Director)
The Knot Worldwide

FEB 2017 – NOV 2019 | NEW YORK, NY

Oversaw designers in both NYC and DC offices, while juggling simultaneous projects across a variety of our brands
Provided guidance for the team on direction, style, and methodology
Presented visual identity overviews and walked through the design thought process
Worked with designers to identify and implement design solutions, while assisting with design projects in a collaborative team effort
Was a strong advocate for design quality and maintaining a positive team culture
Spearheaded new branding initiatives, as well as contributed to The Knot rebranding efforts
Established file organization/structure and design system for team

Designer
White & Case, International Law Firm

SEP 2014 – FEB 2017 | NEW YORK, NY

Conceptualized and designed award winning events for Jessup International Moot Court Competitions
Built extensive design templates to streamline work-flow and established systems for file organization and access
Helped further establish the firm’s rebrand strategy alongside Pentagram
Coded landing pages and emails, and worked closely with developers to design new landing pages for the website

Contract Designer
Time, Inc | Behavior Design | Northstreet

MAY 2014 – SEP 2014 | NEW YORK, NY

Contributed to the website redesign for The University of Michigan
Established the brand identity for Behavior Design branding agency
Created digital and print ads in popular magazines at Time, Inc
Designed branding and marketing materials for a wide variety of brands

Associate Creative Director
Sparxoo, Branding Agency

MAY 2013 – MAY 2014 | TAMPA BAY, FL

Helped clients establish their marketing strategy and brand identity—from naming and logo explorations to websites, advertising and print collateral
Worked one-on-one with clients, providing them with creative design solutions and establishing a strategic process
Worked alongside the art director on a number of large scale projects for high-profile clients such as Sprint, Harvard, Florida Polytechnic University and Cigar City Brewery

Freelance Designer
Think Tank, Inc

JUN 2012 – JUN 2013 | ST.PETERSBURG, FL

Contracting for Think Tank allowed me to work out-of-office, with the exception of occasionally meeting clients to develop a holistic design strategy. Some of the larger projects I had the opportunity to work on involved the creation of a corporate logo, a website for a well-established modeling agency and designing/illustrating a book that was published nationwide for a retired NFL player.

Jr. Graphic Designer
Leverage Digital

NOV 2012 – MAY 2013 | TAMPA BAY, FL

As a graphic designer for Leverage Digital, my job was primarily creating web and print based design using the Adobe Creative Suite. Working for this agency was a great learning experience, and I was challenged to persistently incorporate the latest trends in design into my approach. It was my responsibility to see projects from start to finish and stick to strict and timely deadlines. Researching and following popular trends allowed me to excel in design by pushing myself to create innovative UX/UI design that served the purpose of being both functional and aesthetically appealing.

Communication Designer
iWealth Global Management

APR 2012 – AUG 2012 | SOUTH TAMPA, FL

From setting up events and seminars to designing print collateral, this position gave me a great deal of creative freedom. Along with client correspondence, my role included keeping social media and relevant content up to date, as well as designing and sending out monthly newsletters. By utilizing tools such as Google Analytics I learned the importance of targeting an audience, allowing me to better direct the marketing department and provide helpful insight for future messaging.

Graphic Design Intern
Gates Corporation HQ

MAY 2011 – SEP 2011 | DENVER, CO

As a graphic design intern for Gates in Denver, Colorado, I assisted the marketing department on some very challenging projects and held a great deal of responsibility. The projects ranged from designing ads and marketing material for the automotive and engineering departments, to assisting the BD team integrate a new brand identity to the website and a wide array of print collateral. Being given projects that ranged far beyond my skill level, I was challenged to teach myself by doing a great deal of research first. I truly enjoyed my time as an intern and was given an excellent letter of recommendation.