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Quantico, Virginia, United States

Works closely with Marine Corps University Leadership in the creation, development, and publication of messaging that aligns with the following themes:-The Value of Marine Corps PME -The Role of Marine Corps University-People as a core strength of the Marine Corps, and Marine Corps University

Advise executive leaders and personnel on communication matters; Develop and integrate communication plans; Communicate with internal, domestic and international audiences; Evaluate communication effects and produce written and visual information products by means of acquisition, transmission, archival, editing, writing, photographic, video, and graphic illustration-based products, in order to support administrative, training and historical requirements, improve operational decision making and achieve executive-leveled desired effects.

Okinawa, Japan

• Managed and coordinated visual content creation from teams dispatched across the Asian-Pacific region, ensuring cohesive and high-quality visual communication outputs.• Designed high-level presentation reports containing confidential information, resulting in elevated achievements during ongoing events.• Collaborated with Technical Managers to acquire up-to-date visual information equipment worth nearly $1 million, ensuring the agency remained at the forefront of graphic design technology.• Championed annual training compliance with infographic creations, highlighting data collection achievements and clarifying organizational best practices.

Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, United States

• Captured over 8,900 photos of department-level events abroad for archiving.• Maintained accountability $20,000+ in camera and editing gear for use during international assignments.• Ensured quality control for over 1950 images uploaded to secure military and government networks.• Partnered with senior leadership on rebranding and creating a logo, resulting in department’s identity enhancement.

Mcrd Parris Island, Sc

• Trained and transformed over 200 civilians into Marines by fostering values of self-discipline, pride, respect, teamwork, and patriotism.• Enhanced training materials for 200+ recruits and mentors with design elements to clarify military skills and leadership concepts.• Created and oversaw training schedules for 15 groups, improving workflow and clarity in the organization.• Translated complex data into visually engaging reports, providing insights into the company’s operational status and readiness for higher-level command.

Cherry Point, Nc

• Lead a team of photographers, videographers, and graphic artists in administering visual information activities.• Managed and oversaw photo and video coverage of military operations in the local area, and graphic reproductions presented to stakeholders.• Taught students basic photography for evidence capturing, prepping them for field activities.

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hi

• Photographed evidence and remains for search and recovery, complementing departmental reports.• Managed digital conversion of wartime radiographs, ensuring accuracy and promptness.• Implemented department branding with the creation of a new logo.

• Captured and assessed [photographic] visual records of military operations (including areas of combat), training exercises, ceremonies, events, and activities for historical, operational, and public affairs purposes.• Conducted editing and post-production action after operating photographic equipment and assets.

Utilized the AllegiantVets SkillBridge Program to assist in transitioning from the military.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Graphic Design And Media Arts, 3.93

Digital Design And Media Arts

Certificate Of Completion, Military Photojournalism Program