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New York, New York

DPAA is the global trade marketing association, driving the growth and digitization of out-of-home (OOH) media and its growing role in the Omnichannel mix. Membership in the DPAA community brings many business acceleration benefits. DPAA offers members an array of events to attend throughout the year; an extensive database of research, best practices and case studies; tools for planning, training and forecasting; social media amplification of news; insights on software and hardware solutions; further integration into the advertising ecosystem as part of the “video everywhere” marketing sphere; and more.

Greater New York City Area

WE.DOOH (Women’s empowerment in Digital Out-of-Home) is a network powered by DPAA, in partnership with ‘Advance Women at Work’ that unites women working across the DOOH ecosystem. We harness and celebrate the talents and skills of women working at DPAA member companies, encourage and push for more representation at the podium, on panels, at events, and strive to engage younger generations of women to get involved with Digital Out-of-Home and our extended ecosystem.

Greater New York City Area

B2B marketing for a successful app startup campaign (Cinch Technologies, Inc.) educating, registering, and on-boarding business owners to help them take advantage of marketing through a locally based, community driven business network. Managing existing relationships with customers by reaching out to express new ways they can take advantage of CINCH’s network. Coaching, mentoring, and fully training new hires/ junior employees by running "team workshops" in the office and orchestrating “peer presentations” within my team.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Collaborated within an exclusive team of designers to bring big campaigns to life on a variety of unconventional advertising mediums. Adhered to brand specific language and guidelines to complete projects under strict turnaround deadlines.

Managed the creative workflow and print production from conception to shipment and delivery for all internal and external projects. Negotiated pricing to meet budget guidelines, maintained vendor relations and sourced new partners. Created print ready designs for interior and exterior signage, point of purchase displays, window clings, wallscapes, and vehicle wraps. Finalized all files for printing; Prepared files for office printers, small and medium format printing presses, large format digital printers, large format sign router/finisher and cutters.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Spearheaded daily design requests in a fast turnaround environment. Created infographics and established visual aspects of client marketing materials; fliers, mailers, posters, and some digital advertising media. Consulted with clients’ marketing, copywriting and sales teams to create cohesive designs that reflect their corporate cultures and goals.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Assisted in updating designs using templates. Developed infographics that creatively display information. Designed mailers and fliers highlighting company credentials. Took photographs for use on the company website and social media channels. Assisted in the filming and editing of company videos.

Hammond, Louisiana

Was a reliable presence for students using our darkroom facilities and photography equipment. Ensured a safe and clean environment for students by following safety protocols and keeping the work areas free of chemicals. Provided instruction and advice to students who would seek out a friendly yet professional critique.

Hammond, Louisiana

Designed production posters, ads, brochures, multi-page publications, direct mail and invitations for upcoming performances. Crafted displays and signage outside the theatre. Created social media graphics and event posts. Assisted in promotional photo shoots. Produced and sketched design ideas for character hairstyles and stage make-up. Demonstrated and implemented a practical understanding of lighting, the photographic process, color theory and the impact of special effects/make-up to create a readable vision from the audience perspective. Worked quickly and accurately in time-sensitive conditions.

Hammond, Louisiana

Collaborated closely with the author to design a publication cover for his textbook, "Act One Scene One." The design was based off of my existing knowledge of performing arts, personal research, and a great deal of sited sources provided to me by the author and publishers.

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa

Activities and Societies: Southeastern Theatre, Visual Arts SocietyLearned various fine arts techniques alongside a diverse but exclusive.

Advanced Placement Preparatory Program

Activities and Societies: Theatre, Choir, Visual Arts Society