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Dallas, Texas, United States

As a Graphics and Wayfinding Design Specialist at Lochner, I utilize concepts, standards, and ideas to create innovative graphic design solutions that meet business needs.Responsibilities include:• Communicating ideas and information through visual concepts, including 3D models/renderings using various design software• Assisting in concept design, design development, and construction support for wayfinding/signage projects• Developing wayfinding and signage plans/layouts, maps, and other graphics and visual elements• Performing occasional site visits to document, photograph, and perform assessments of existing signage and wayfinding systems• Preparing aesthetically appealing layouts, exhibits, and PowerPoint presentations for various projects• Assisting and supervising other team members/interns on various project assignments• Obtaining input from managers to work independently and with other teams to provide innovative graphic design solutions to meet project specifications and deadlines.

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

As an Art Director and Senior Creative Designer for my own business, I am responsible for all client relations and aspects of the creative and professional process from ideation through implementation. I use my diverse skill set to offer a variety of design-based products, media packages, and ongoing promotions in order to engage and retain clients. Responsibilities include: • Engaging with clients and assessing their design needs• Ideate, lead, and oversee all aspects of the project and creative process• Work with clients to determine the overall style and medium in which to communicate their message• Maintain accurate quotes and billing for each client as well as accounting for the business• Networking and marketing BL Creative Design services to prospective clients

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

FlightSafety International is aviation’s gold standard for elite training, innovative flight simulation devices, and ultra-high-definition visual systems. As a Courseware Development Manager I used my achievements andknowledge as a Courseware Developer to build and led a high functioning team ofCourseware Developers and Instructional Designers.Significant achievements in this role included: the revamp of all FlightSafety Academy pilot trainingmaterials, Flash to HTML conversion of over 200 hours of eLearning materials, reduced number oflogged effective errata to the lowest in FlightSafety history, as well as the creation andimplementation of conditional text templates to align Regulatory Approval documents for FAA, EASA,and Transport Canada.Responsibilities included:• Scheduling and maintaining project timelines and budgets• Communicating and scheduling reviews with SMEs for courseware approval• QA and peer review for all developed courseware prior to regulatory review• Reviewing and approving software and hardware purchases for development team• Maintaining and uploading documents to a Courseware Manager system in order toobtain regulatory approval as well as reduce non-conforming training• Logging and scheduling courseware errata, prioritizing Safety of Flight errata andmaintaining a backlog of errata no older than 90 days

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

FlightSafety International is aviation’s gold standard for elite training, innovative flight simulation devices, and ultra-high-definition visual systems. As a Courseware Developer, I used my diverse skill-set to create aircraft specific pilot andmaintenance training materials while upholding highest quality standards. In addition, I also assistedin tech writing, project management, and development of new templates and design standards.Responsibilities included:• Creating aircraft-specific courseware using Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office• Maintaining specifications and standards for all developed courseware• Managing multiple projects and project timelines• Implementing and providing training for new templates and procedures• Participating in peer review processes and maintaining quality assurance• Providing technical writing and proofreading• Selected to provide part-time support for the Courseware Development Manager• Ideating, troubleshooting, and problem solving in order to innovate with one purpose: Safety

Coppell, Texas

Advanced Online, now a subsidiary of Follett, is a leading supplier of online store solutions for corporations, colleges, and the Greek market, providing in-house print-on-demand services. As an accomplished Graphic Designer and Production Artist, my job duties encompassed virtually every aspect of the art department including asset management, product photography, template creation, and print production.Responsibilities included:• Creation of product web images and web image quality control• Product photography, correction, and isolation• Creation, automation, and implementation of Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign templates• Creation and implementation of Variable Data software templatesRecognitions:Fall 2016 Employee of the Quarter

Dallas, Texas

Planet Productions is a creative agency based in Dallas, TX, specializing in multimedia content creation and production services. With a focus on delivering high-quality visual and audio productions, Planet Productions caters to a diverse range of clients seeking professional media solutions.As a Production Assistant, I was responsible for overseeing multiple aspects of the productions including preproduction through the final show strike. In addition, I provided graphic design for corporate slide-show presentations.Responsibilities included:• Transportation of equipment to the event location• Proper installation, handling, and packing high-quality live event production equipment• Safe rigging of staging, trussing, lighting, audio equipment, video projectors, and screens• Backstage supervision of personnel, scene switching, changeovers, and intercom queuing• Improvise and problem solve in order to keep the event progressing flawlessly

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Design And Visual Communications, General

I am currently enrolled in the MFA Viscom program at East Texas A&M University with plans to graduate in August 2026. I am using my.

Bachelor’S Degree, Graphic Design, President'S Honor Roll, 3.88 Graduating Gpa

I graduated from The Art Institute of Dallas Graphic Design Program in September 2015 and was awarded "Outstanding Student".

Associate Of Science