career objective
I am an upbeat, reliable, self-motivated designer with the ability to transform concepts into clean and concisedesigns. I see this as an opportunity to move into new areas of professional development, where I hope to be faced with new creative challenges.
work experience
BERKADIA | 2019-Present
senior graphic Designer
Work closely with investment advisors, mortgage bankers, project managers and a team of researchers to compile and design collateral that supports and assists our clients in the selling, financing and servicing of their commercial real estate properties.
VON DESIGN CO. | 2017-2019
graphic Designer
Collaborated with the design team on both print and digital projects to provide clients with strategic marketing and brand identities that were both memorable and authentic.
Insight Enterprises Inc. | 2015-Present
Creative Designer
Contribute to the Marketing team’s goal to build brand awareness through the initiation and execution of innovative campaigns that engage our teammates, partners and clients. Work across all channels to provide strategic design support for project development, from social and digital marketing to collateral creation. Manage relationships with a wide variety of vendors.
Northcentral University | 2014-2015
Graphic Designer
Contribute to the marketing effort by designing impactful collateral that successfully communicates the university’s mission to help students achieve academically and become valuable contributors to the community and their profession, while at the same time continuing to develop and enhance the brand. Direct the design effort and contribute new ideas that will initiate and implement new marketing campaigns and events.
ASU Foundation | 2011-2014
Graphic Designer
Work in Communications and Marketing department to develop and produce quality collateral across print and new media in support of the foundation’s cultivation, fundraising, stewardship and advocacy, while enhancing the university brand and following the foundation style guidelines. Collaborate with design and editorial staff, production artist, and project managers to provide professional recommendations for concept, design, art direction, production, print buying and quality control. Maintain accurate records and upload/download archived files that are stored on the server. Coordinate with a wide variety of vendors.
BTS Scottsdale | 2006-2011
Lead Graphic Designer
Coordinated with writers and developers to create and produce discovery-based training materials, including brochures, mailers and manuals. Completed work for Fortune 500 companies such as UPS, Motorola and American Express. Designed both standard and highly-complex custom programs while adhering to client-provided style guides. As Lead Graphic Designer I offered support and guidance to the less-experienced designers and quality-checked their work as it was posted for production. Also assumed management of department during director’s absence.
CBS Outdoor | 2005-2006
Graphic Designer
Worked with Sales Executives in the creation and production of art work for outdoor advertising. Created spec art and proposal presentations for client meetings. Developed standard templates for corporate marketing materials.
education
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ | 2001—2005
Bachelor of Science in Design, Graphic Design
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI | 1999-2001
Liberal Arts Studies
computer skills
Mac and PC Platforms
Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe Acrobat Professional
community involvement
Mentor with Free Arts of Arizona
Participate in the weekly mentor program where we introduce kids living in social service facilities to the concept of healing through art. Volunteer for additional Free Arts events throughout the year