work experience

08.07 – Present
Revel – Creative Director
Work alongside web programmers to form creative solutions in web design, creation of print design from start to completion including press checks, research and strategic analysis for brand identity design and positioning, facilitate client relations, create internal processes for design department and manage all aspects of campaign involvement.

11.06 – 10.07
B2 Creative – Freelance Graphic Designer
Create design solutions in mediums such as web and print, coordinate press checks, manage client relations, client sales and designer scheduling.

08.06 – 11.06
Mindscape Creative – Freelance Graphic Designer
Working alongside programmers and information architects to create innovative solutions for web design and interactive interfaces.

education

10.03 – 06.06
Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg – Visual Communications
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

08.01 – 08.03
Careerline Tech Center – Visual Communications

skills and training

Skilled in creatively combining typography with graphics. Ability to illustrate with high tech and traditional media. Computer proficiencies in both Apple and PC platforms.

honors and awards

LogoLounge, Volume 6
Sports team identity chosen to be featured in the mythology category. Published by Rockport Publishers and distributed nationwide in major book stores.

LogoLounge Master Library, Volume 1 & 3
Chosen to have four brand identities featured. The books, distributed through several major book stores nationwide, focus on a collection of initials, crests, shapes, and symbols. Published by Rockport Publishers.

2005 Square One – 1st Place
Square One was an annual eight hour Graphic Design competition at the Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, requiring the design of a book cover, table of contents, two-page spread, point-of-purchase display, and postcard advertisement for submission. All winning work was then displayed in an exhibition at the Ruth Ray Memorial Gallery.

memberships

11 – Present
AIGA West Michigan – Executive Board Member
Serve as Secretary on board performing duties such as coordinating meetings, recording minutes, keeping records of chapter and task management.

09 – 10
Leadership Muskegon
Completed the program to further the leadership and philanthrophy of the Muskegon community.

06 – Present
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District Advisory Board (Visual Communications Department)
Meet with design professionals and staff to review curriculum and enhance classroom education.

04 – Present
AIGA Member
Coordinate monthly member events, NO AGENDA, for organization members to meet in a casual setting for network and discussions.