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Santa Rosa Beach, Fl, Us

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, United States

As a seasoned graphic designer and educator, I have had the privilege of owning and operating my own design studio for several years. My portfolio displays a diverse array of projects, reflecting my versatility and creativity in the field. I have successfully designed architectural graphic designs, eye-catching trade show graphics that captivate and engage audiences, compelling direct mailers that drive results, and strategic ad campaigns that communicate powerful messages. Additionally, I have created car wraps that transform vehicles into moving advertisements and inspirational large-format wall murals for universities, departments of education, and high schools that enhance educational environments. Over the years, I have created a wide range of designs, from social media graphics to book covers. My diverse experience has allowed me to develop a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of various design principles. I am passionate about creating visually appealing and effective designs that meet the unique needs of each project. Provided guidance and prepared technical drawings on base sheets and elevations for environmental architectural graphics and wall murals for the Marshall University’s Cam Henderson Basketball Stadium and locker room. Ensured that designs aligned with brand's visual identity. Supplied material call outs, drawing packages, and mock-ups to describe the look and fabrication, Production art, etc. Ensured that designs aligned with school's brand and met objective of athletic department. Consulted and performed a boardroom redesign for West Virginia Department of Education. Provided guidance and advice associated with drawing packages and new brand identity, including floor-to-ceiling wall murals with retractable banners and new boardroom furniture. Conducted research on industry trends and the application of technical matters associated with the design and performed tasks to complete the project.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Guest speaker at ACTE (Association of Career & Technical Education) and SREB (Southern Regional Education Board) National Educational Conferences held in New Orleans, Nashville, Atlanta, Mobile, and West Virginia. Educational and humorous presentations include "The Branding Bunch" (Parody of Brady Bunch), "Think Inside the Box," Creative Collaboration in Project Based Learning with Board & Card Games, and SUPER TEACHERS with Amazing Lessons.

Delbarton, West Virginia, United States

While employed in Mingo County, I was honored multiple times for my exemplary teaching methods including Technology & Learning Magazine’s Leader of the Year, the U.S. Department of Education’s American Star of Teaching, and a finalist for the West Virginia Teacher of the Year while serving as Mingo County Teacher of the Year. I am most proud of my students’ accomplishments of many state and national awards including millions of dollars in scholarship money to some of the most prestigious art and design colleges and universities around the nation. Challenged students to design a package that is not just a box but a toy. They transformed the package into a playful design in a unique and inventive way. I provided guidance and advice on how to conduct research, analysis, and application of technical matters associated with the design principles surrounding their project. They created original design sketches, developed visual aids and presentation materials for their product, including detailed product specifications, spec drawings, materials, and color direction. After project completion, a student won 2nd Place in the 2014 Graphic Arts Research Foundation National Package Design Contest.Taught innovation and creativity by showing students about unique methods to packaging design and guiding them in creating their own original board game designs, including 3D printing playing pieces and writing playing instructions. They analyzed and monitored competitive products, industry trends, and consumer product trends to identify market opportunities. We entered the 2015 Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation’s Package Design contest and won 1st Place nationally, earning a trip to Chicago and $2,000.Instructed students on how to create a self-promotional product for their capstone project, build original design, and prepare presentation, and technical portfolio. This resulted in millions of dollars of scholarship money to some of the most prestigious art schools.

Nicasio, California, United States

Founded by award-winning Star Wars filmmaker George Lucas in 1991, the George Lucas Educational Foundation is dedicated to transforming education. During my four-year term on the National Advisory Board for the George Lucas Educational Foundation, I contributed to shaping a vision for education that fosters lifelong learning and 21st-century skills. We convened annually at Skywalker Ranch and held additional digital meetings throughout the year. Our focus was on project-based learning, social and emotional learning, and integrating technology into educational content. Together, we aimed to make education more relevant for a technology-driven generation.Presented “Think Inside the Box” to a diverse audience of CEOs, professors from Stanford, Vanderbilt and Harvard, George Lucas, and his Board of Directors, along with the editorial staff of his educational magazine, Edutopia. Impressed with my presentation, they interviewed me and my students, featuring us in the April 2009 issue of their magazine focused on the arts. When I first joined the advisory board, their primary focus was their educational magazine, Edutopia. In one presentation, I designed and proposed giving Edutopia's amazing content more of a social media presence or a mobile phone app, which at that time, only newspapers were doing. Within the year, the Foundation shifted its primary focus to the Internet, with Edutopia.org and its social media presence seeing rapid audience growth. By transitioning magazine and video content online and amplifying its social network presence, Edutopia engaged millions, including teachers, administrators, and parents. Guest speaker at the ACTE (Association for Career & Technical Education) and SREB (Southern Regional Education Board) National Educational Conferences held in New Orleans, Nashville, Atlanta, Mobile, and West Virginia. Educational and humorous presentations include “The Branding Bunch” (a parody of the Brady Bunch), and “Think Inside the Box.”

Orlando, Florida, United States

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney Theme Parks, Resorts, Attractions, and Disney Cruise Lines. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, I blended an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe while working as an Imagineer. Provided research and support for design and implementation of assigned projects. Some of my favorite projects included Disney’s Water Parks such as the Blizzard Beach Marquee and the Winter Summerland Marquee, Downtown Disney Banners, Market Place’s world’s largest kaleidoscope, Disney Quest’s Video Games, and the Disney Cruise Ship, The Wonder.Developed architectural graphic and design solutions for projects at all stages, from concept to construction documentation. Prepared technical drawings, including base sheets, elevations, material callouts, and drawing packages to describe the look and fabrication. Notably, created technical drawings for the innovative Buzz Lightyear CD on Demand Kiosk.Provided support to multiple graphic design projects by assisting in project design development and technical documentation. I also provided design documentation in illustration, photographs, scaled images, research, and documentation on assigned projects.Created original drawings using 2D and 3D illustrations to ensure projected experiences were in line with brand. Additionally, I communicated and coordinated with others in the department and as part of a larger, multi-discipline project team.Responsible for making creative decisions and reviewing designs from teammates and ensure final assets meet established design standards and are ready for consumer-facing execution. Communicated and presented design concepts to internal and external audiences, including design leadership.

Master'S Degree, Adult And Technical Education, 4.0

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Graphic Design, 3.75

Activities and Societies: Cum Laude National Honor Society

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Fine And Studio Arts, 3.75

Activities and Societies: Cum Laude National Honor Society