As Adjunct Professor of Design, I have the amazing opportunity to teach and lead a new generation of aspiring designers and creative professionals. Transferring my skills and experience to future designers through purposeful instruction is an honor and dream come true.

Produced graphics for client and internal projects and oversaw creative direction of some projects in a team environment.Brisk is an interactive studio that produces both print and digital media for a myriad of clients mostly focused on industrial and healthcare/veterinary sectors. Successful projects include iOS and Android applications such as e-detailers, product launches, and brand gamification; 2-D and 3-D animations and live action videos; small and large format print media, including vehicle wraps and environmental graphics; branding and logo design; and website design, development, and maintenance.Notable accomplishments and contributions include:• Repeated and demonstrated success in creative projects resulting in strong return-on-investment for clients.• Developed and established internal processes to guide workflow and team collaboration, including a folder/file system with an understanding of project workflow needs which significantly boosted project and team efficiency.• Designed and developed successful internal branding and marketing materials which promoted brand awareness and led to increased client acquisition and confidence.

At 3Fire I worked as the lead graphic designer and installation associate.As the lead designer I was responsible for the design of client projects as well as internal branding and marketing presence. Successful projects include company re-branding, identity design, small marketing campaigns, social media management, website development and management, small scale SEO and online ad campaigns, environment design and sign and banner design.As an installer I was responsible for the completion of high-quality projects varying in installation types. Successful installations include vinyl wall murals, full and partial vinyl vehicle wraps, small and large scale exterior vinyl graphics, exterior and interior dimensional signage and small and large scale graphics systems (Gemini, Gyford, and systems of the like).

Accountable for daily store operations; opening/closing store, balancing daily cash, recording sales, ensuring staff properly replenishes store’s inventory as well as supervise the quality of all sales and work performed.Lead by example to coach associates in delivering an outstanding customer experience.Generate return customers by offering attentive and personalized service.Exceptional contributor in an extremely fast paced and high volume environment where quick thinking, teamwork and good communication are imperative.Ensure highest level of customer satisfaction.

Make Sprinkles customers the number one priority and deliver friendly, unforgettable, personalized service.Record orders from customers with a thorough knowledge of Sprinkles products and attentiveness to customer needs. Carefully box cupcakes and products for a beautiful presentation every time. Maintain immaculate store cleanliness, perform opening and closing duties delegated from shift supervisors.Communicate with and respond to shift supervisors and managers in order to maintain a healthy and flowing work environment.

Design responsibilities for university publications. Brochures, posters, mail-outs, programs, etc. Worked closely with clients, copywriters, art directors, and printers to achieve client desires.

One of a few photographers responsible for receiving, coordinating, and fulfilling assignments requested by clients within and outside of the university. Most work was done for the university news bureau. Covered school activities, community events, and other relevant or requested topics.

Facilitated group hikes, climbs, rappels, rafting trips and small group Bible studies.

As a paid youth group intern I was responsible for overseeing as well as planning, preparing and executing youth group activities and studies. Building real, connected relationships with students through Godly leadership was essential to being a successful leader in the youth group.