I am a committed desigNERD. I dream in Pantone and in my mind I am silently redesigning everything I see. For nearly 15 years I have been using design and illustration to tell authentic and compelling visual stories. I get giddy when collaborating with a group to find the perfect creative solution.When I‘m away from the screen and sketch books, I am training for half and full marathons, raising creative and strong little humans, taking photos, and collecting vintage cameras, toys and lego mini-figures.

Developed the rebranding strategy and design creation for the PenLink brand and sub-brands Responsible for producing and maintaining company marketing materials including brochures, logos, event/tradeshow display graphics, website design and motion graphic executionsWorked closely with the Marking Director and Event Strategist on all marketing initiativesDevelop an authentic PenLink employment brand that reflected the company’s core values and ideals

Creative designer and art director on national accounts, worked with a team to create award-winning, strategy-based creative concepts and designsCrafted creative solutions that met client strategy Created award worthy designs and concepts for all media Showcasing and sharing expertise on clients, their competitors and industry-trendsInspiring creative team members in the quest for innovative creative

(IBM acquired Kenexa on December 1, 2012)Oversaw creative design for IBM Employment Branding and IBM Smarter Workforce Marketing—directed imagery of communications to meet the overall project strategy and objective Worked closely with the content managers and copywriters on all creative projectsDirected and mentored senior and junior designers on styles and methods of designMade recommendations to the creative director on strategy and art directionInternational Assignment in London, United Kingdom. Spent eight months in the IBM London office providing art direction and graphic design support for the sales and events team. Led the art direction and design execution for the IBM Smarter Workforce events that were held in London, Paris and MunichMade recommendations to the creative director on strategy and art directionKnowledge of best practices, industry developments and various design styles and techniques

Supported the branding and creative efforts for Kenexa and employment branding clients through web and print design. Responsible for producing and maintaining company marketing materials including brochures, logos, display graphics, posters, motion graphic executions and print ads.

Graphic design support for project management and sales team via PowerPoint, print design and motion graphics. Provided support for the logistics department, accounting department, receptionist and a team of 20+ project mangers.