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Chapel Hill, NC, US

Completed a comprehensive Cybersecurity program led by industry professionals, featuring live instruction, immersive labs, and real-world simulations. Topics included: Microsoft Security, Network Fundamentals + Security, Cyber infrastructure, Linux Security, Cloud Security, Python, DFIR, and Ethical Hacking.

• Led the design team with a client-centric focus, ensuring all projects and initiatives commenced with a thorough understanding of client needs and deadlines
• Utilized ticketing systems to efficiently manage and prioritize design and website requests, ensuring timely resolution and high-quality deliverables for clients
• Demonstrated strong judgment in design decision-making, seeking diverse perspectives and actively soliciting feedback from team members
• Implemented rigorous quality assurance processes to identify and rectify design defects, ensured the delivery of high-quality products and services to clients
• Fostered effective communication and collaboration within the design team and across departments, promoted transparency and open dialogue to facilitate successful project outcomes

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• In charge of creating print ready designs, production graphics, website layouts, branded apparel and digital project kits for 11 departments across four campuses.
• Develop series artwork concepts, campaigns, and event branding while working with clients on strict deadlines.
• Creator of social media marketing materials using branding, photography, and motion graphics.

Remote

• Configured and managed Shopify and WordPress Point of Sale (POS) systems, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance for e-commerce operations
• Acquired domain names and set up WordPress and Shopify websites, including professional email accounts, ensuring cohesive online branding
• Captured and edited product photographs for social media, enhancing visual appeal and driving online sales through targeted marketing strategies

Mobile, Alabama Area

• PrintEd certified instructor through The Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (GAERF).
• Taught high school students the fundamentals of Graphic Design and prepare them to earn the SkillsUSA Advertising Design credential.
• Prepared tutorials and lesson plans on how to use Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.

Mount Pleasant, SC

• Created digital and print materials for 13 campuses and ministries while maintaining brand standards to establish consistency throughout campuses.

Isle Of Palms, South Carolina, United States

• Responsible for designing and creating all print and digital materials to reach current and future guests.
• Lead designer for rebranding Island Realty with an updated logo and style guide.

Design graphics for UAB’s College of Arts and Sciences and develop websites for the college.Assisted with the fellowship and internship program to develop a curriculum and teach about web design.

Birmingham, Alabama

Primarily assist in creating and maintaining websites for UAB College of Arts and Science using content management system Joomla. Lead designer for UAB’s Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts website andDepartment of Art and Art History website.

Assembled staff pages for UAB Digital Media and Innovative Learning's website using Joomla with K2 extension and taught a Step-It-Up class on the basics of Adobe Photoshop.

In charge of designing graphics for website, newsletter, and greeting cards for the marketing team.

Professional Certificate, Cybersecurity

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design, 3.6