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• Created over 250 proposal & presentation graphics for government (military & local government) & commercial clients. • Worked with 30+ clients on branding and marketing materials (Microsoft, Ricoh/NFL, NBA TV, ESPN.com, MLB). • Lead designer in 65+ projects covering infographics, interfaces, layouts, icons, animations, video, 2D and 3D. • 20 years in business & brand strategy working within time and budgetary constraints. • Self-starter: Created Stranded Studio retail, e-commerce, web design, app dev, online learning, and online games. • 20 years experience in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel). I have been drawing and sketching since a young age and quickly fell in love with art and animation and the ability to tell stories through pictures and videos. As I grew up I was impressed by graphic design, branding and marketing and seeing the impact it can have on a business or community and what makes people loyal to a brand and the emotional connection between a person and a product. With energy and optimism I strive to create designs and experiences that will make a lasting impact.

Listed skills include Animation, Computer Animation, Maya, After Effects, and 42 others.