I am a Design professional with Ad Agency & In-House marketing experience, adding dual-purpose value as a professional photographer and small business owner.
Originally planning on going into aeronautical engineering, Graphic Design piqued my interest in High School when – despite my vain efforts – I nearly failed "Intro to Design" as an elective. Math & Science are objective, safe, and relatively black & white schools of thought. 2 + 2 will always equal 4.
Design is wild.
It is subjective. It is incomprehensible even to the experienced. It responds to questions with more questions. I was hooked.
The trick to success in this field, I have learned, is with starting with the right questions – beginning with a great concept. The rush from getting it right has been my drive since those days in High School.
I specialize in graphic design and photography, using Adobe Creative Cloud [InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, After Effects]; Canon's 5D, 1Ds, and 50D imaging systems to solve Client needs and creative problems once those concepts are in place.
Experience
[September 2010 - Current] Graphic Designer//Photographer at Wilson Aesthetics LLCPurpose: to grow the brand, create beautiful and timeless images, and impact the photography community for the good of the craft.
[September 2015 - May 2016] Graphic Designer at Red Circle
Purpose: Collaborate with Creative Directors on the development and implementation of brand standards, Prepare collateral materials and advertisements for print or display, and work efficiently at the pace of an agency setting.
[September 2014 - September 2015] Production Artist at Ivie & Associates
- Designed, modified, and developed signs, ads, and support material as needed
- Multitasked and managed several projects at once, keeping tight deadlines in a fast-paced agency setting.
- Maintained consistent professionalism with clients, representing Ivie's brand with every interaction
[April - September 2014] Graphic Designer//Print Specialist at PostNet
- Created and maintained an online presence, driving traffic to the store and interacting with the neighborhood.
- Handled client needs and exceeded expectations by designing and delivering their projects early with prompt follow-up.
- Oversaw every aspect of the printing process (wide format, digital, and 3D printing included), paying attention to the smallest detail and delivering professionally crafted items.
[2003 - 2010] work history available upon request
Education
Graphic Design – University of Northwestern - St. PaulServed as a Resident Assistant for the 2012-2013 school year, member of the student-run AIGA group.
References
made available upon request
