What Sets Me Apart
Many designers create purely aesthetically. I believe that form follows function. I always design with purpose and carefully research my subject to create work with the highest impact.
My work mantra is to always stay organized. This is the key to efficiency. I believe that great innovation comes from self-starting & dedication to creative problem solving.
Above all, my purpose as a designer is to be an effective communicator. The purpose of all design is to deliver a message effectively to your target audience.
Design is thinking made visual.
—Saul Bass
Resume
For most of my career, I have worked as an in-house designer. I have built creative departments from the ground up. I am very well organized and efficient, always getting projects done by the deadline. As the in-house designer for two of my previous roles, I had to wear many hats. I am proficient in all areas of the design department, and although graphic design is my greatest strength, I can speak the language of all pieces and direct others effectively to get the tasks accomplished.
Experience
ienjoy Home — Creative Director
Clearwater, Florida // November 2016 – Present
ienjoy Home is a bedding and home goods company in Clearwater, Florida. They manufacture all of their own bedding products and market them on a variety of online platforms.
Pulse Marketing Agency — Web & Graphic Designer
Bangor, Maine // November 2015 – June 2016
Pulse Marketing Agency is a small marketing company located in Bangor, Maine. They are a full service marketing agency providing clients with anything from branding to web design to video production pieces.
Mathews Brothers — Graphic Designer & Marketing Coordinator
Belfast, Maine // August 2014 – November 2015
Mathews Brothers Company is a New England Window Manufacturer who prides themselves on superior customer service. They custom make windows with the highest standards in energy efficiency. They serve the New England area and have also been expanding globally to Brazil and Australia.
At Media — Graphic Designer Intern
February 2012 – May 2012
Karma — Graphic Designer Intern
May 2011 – September 2011
Education
Temple University
Tyler School of Art
BFA: Graphic & Interactive Design
August 2007 — May 2011
Philadelphia, PA
Husson University
NE School of Communications
MBA: Marketing
September 2013 —
Bangor, ME
Professional Skills
Branding
Creation • Management • Growth
Social Media Management
Persona Creation • Engagement Growth
Content Creation
Concepting • Copywriting • Art Direction
Design
Typography • Layouts • Web Design
Production
Photo Editing • Print Material Creation
Art Direction
Concepting • Mood Boarding • Directing