Adjunct Professor | Dual Enrollment in Digital Media Art courses

• Aug 2017 - Present

Graphic Design Instructor | CTE

• Aug 2016 - Present

• Delivered a consistent Art / Graphic Design curriculum and implemented a team approach to working with students using real world experiences and technology used as educational learning tool. Used a hands-on approach emphasizing appropriate concepts relevant to professional skills and career path progress. • Effective classroom management techniques and behavioral management to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for at risk youth. • Collaborated and assisted all departments’ with design needs. • Developed system in conjunction with Certiport for students to attain their Adobe Certified Associates (ACA) certifications with multiple Adobe Creative Cloud Applications • Developed graphic design curriculum to offer students first hand experiences in the use of 3D engraving, embroidery, Direct to Garment (DTG) printing, sublimation printing, large format printing, videography, and photography. Show less

Graphic Designer & Photographer

• Jan 2017 - Present

Graphic Design Instructor

• Aug 2013 - Jul 2016

• Delivered a consistent Art / Graphic Design curriculum and implemented a team approach to working with students using real world experiences and technology used as educational learning tool. Used a hands-on approach emphasizing appropriate concepts relevant to professional skills and career path progress. • Effective classroom management techniques and behavioral management to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for at risk youth. • Collaborated and assisted all departments’ with design needs. Show less

Graphic Artist / Production Management

• Jan 2008 - Aug 2013

• Designer & production manager of apparel graphics for licensed brands including Skin Industries, Veece, Hot Rod Magazine, Fender Guitars, English Laundry UK, Valleywood, Hostility Clothing and Mighty Healthy NYC. • Involved in the development process and progress of product with licensees and licensors. • Responsible for all tradeshow and production apparel samples through seasons, dealing with deadlines, factories & international vendors to produce final product. • Extensive knowledge of color separation, tech packs, screen printing, accessory/apparel development, and inks/treatments. Show less

Intern / Production Graphics

• Jan 2008 - Apr 2008

• Assisted the art department with clippings of images and image corrections for production of Dirt Rider Magazine & ATV Rider Magazine. Experienced first hand the step by step development of a professional grade magazine. • Assisted the art department with clippings of images and image corrections for production of Dirt Rider Magazine & ATV Rider Magazine. Experienced first hand the step by step development of a professional grade magazine.