Resume

SUMMARY

I have been a designer for 13 years, but have been an artist my entire life. My eye for detail started young, as did my love for art. That translated to graphic design in highschool and the rest is history! I was fortunate enough to gain my Bachelor’s in Graphic Design and have been in the design field ever since. I am a team player, conceptual thinker and hold myself at a very high standard, which translates into a good work ethic. Organization is something I require in my work. I keep my projects in order and timelines in check so deadlines are always met. I’m a learner and a doer. I know a lot of computer programs, and am continually seeking out ways to improve my craft and learn new things.

EXPERIENCE

Freelance Designer | August 2009 – Present

• Created bulletins bi-monthly, monthly, or whenever necessary that were used for informational purposes, such as hand outs.
• Created marketing materials for departments such as flyers, postcards, and brochures and branding for different speaking series such as booklets and digital assets.
• Effectively created annual reports, brand identity, large scale banners and flyers for seeking businesses.

Senior Graphic Designer | Prison Fellowship Ministries | December 2018 – May 2020

• Company wide designer focused on creating both print and digital materials used for marketing and publications for numerous departments in the organization.
• Created concise style & brand guidelines for other departments to reference when creating some of their own simple documents.
• Participated in project debriefs upon completion of the project to management, noting what went well, what could have gone better, and what ways we can be more efficient.
• Worked closely with the clients from the beginning of the project until completion, making sure we knew the needs of the client and had a good grasp on the project scope while also managing client expectations and multiple timelines.
• Point of contact for the organization for inquiries regarding design, brand standards, best practices, and photography.
• Vetted freelance photographers and managed them throughout the photo editing process.
• In charge of uploading event images, editing, archiving and implementing imagery in both digital and print designs.
• Collaborate with external print vendors to secure quotes, outline printing specifications, verify proofs, and make sure the timeline is met throughout the production process.
• Manage inventory of printed materials and procure quotes of reprints.
• Manage department’s CMS to ensure documents are up to date and pertinent information is continually updated.

Graphic Designer | American Geosciences Institute (AGI) | June 2012 – November 2018

• Lead designer for a 68 page monthly magazine in four color process print format and web format.
• Created marketing materials for AGI departments including brochures, pamphlets, booklets, & posters.
• Designed the new and improved website for AGI and assisted with the creation of the website in Drupal.
• Re-branded EARTH magazine for a more modern look to match the new modern feel of the website and redesigned the layout of EARTH magazine for print so that it would work better in a digital PDF format.

Technology Marketing Coordinator/ Designer | IT Unit/George Mason University/Patriot Computers | April 2010 – May 2012

• Responsible for creating marketing materials such as direct mailers, catalogues, and email blasts that allowed for 50% growth in the months of June and July ‘10.
• Effectively designed and executed ideas for multiple clients, including: posters, website graphics, and other collateral, resulting in highest grossing summer to date during employment.
• Coordinated client and supplier side communications to ensure efficient execution of marketing materials.

EDUCATION

• Graphic Design, B.A. • 3.41 GPA George Mason University • School of Art & Visual Technology (May 2012) Fairfax, Virginia
• Communications Design, A.A • 3.5 GPA NOVA Community College (Aug.2009) Annandale, Virginia Presidential Scholar & Deans List

DESIGN SKILLS

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
• Adobe CS Acrobat
• Adobe CS Photoshop
• Adobe CS Illustrator
• Adobe CS InDesign
• Adobe CS Lightroom
• Adobe CS Dreamweaver
• WordPress
• Wix
• Squarespace
• Redbooth
• One Drive
• Outlook

PHOTOGRAPHY SKILLS

• Nikon/Canon DSLR
• Event Photography - Intermediate
• Studio Photography - Beginner

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• English - native
• Spanish - fluent

STRENGTHS FINDER THEMES

• EMPATHY
• ACHIEVER
• BELIEF
• RESPONSIBILITY
• CONNECTEDNESS