Experience

Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Contract Graphic Designer

  • Apr 2023 - Present

  As a Contract Graphic Designer at the Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties, I was responsible for creating a visually appealing and impactful design that supported the organization's mission and effectively communicated its Summer Camps program, and initiatives. Working on a contract basis, I collaborated closely with the marketing and communications team to develop creative solutions that engaged the community, promoted the YMCA's brand, and encouraged participation in various activities. Notable Accomplishments: 1. Redesigned Marketing Collateral: Led a comprehensive redesign of the Summer Camps Sponsorship Packet. I incorporated modern design elements, refreshing the YMCA's visual identity to attract a broader audience. The updated marketing piece successfully showcased the YMCA's, resulting in increased engagement and participation. 2. Event Promotion: Created an eye-catching and informative design for the YMCA's Golf Tournament Fund event, and seasonal campaign. By developing compelling event branding and sponsorship material, I significantly contributed to boosting event attendance and generating positive community buzz. Show less



SVN® International Corp.

• United States
• Real Estate
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Contract Graphic Designer

  • Jun 2016 - Present

  As a Contract Graphic Designer for SVN Commercial Real Estate Advisors, I have the privilege of creating an annual comprehensive Economic Forum Booklet that served as a key marketing tool for the organization's annual event. In this role, I collaborated closely with the marketing team and event organizers to develop a visually captivating and informative booklet that showcased the economic trends, industry insights, and featured speakers, while aligning with SVN's branding guidelines. Notable Accomplishments: 1. Creative Conceptualization: Developed a creative concept for the Economic Forum Booklet that effectively captured the essence of the event and engaged the target audience of real estate professionals, investors, and industry leaders. By incorporating modern design elements and intuitive layouts, I ensured a visually appealing and user-friendly experience throughout the booklet. 2. Visual Branding: Worked closely with the marketing team to align the booklet's design with SVN Commercial Real Estate Advisors' brand identity. By maintaining consistent typography, color schemes, and overall aesthetics, I reinforced brand recognition and strengthened the organization's professional image. 3. Information Visualization: Translated complex economic data, industry trends, and statistical information into visually compelling graphics and charts. Through clear and concise visual representations, I facilitated the understanding of key concepts and enhanced the booklet's overall readability. 4. Layout Design and Typography: Meticulously crafted the layout design, ensuring an organized and logical flow of content. By carefully selecting appropriate fonts, font sizes, and spacing, I created a harmonious visual hierarchy that facilitated easy navigation and readability for the readers. 5. Collaborative Approach: Collaborated closely with the marketing team and event organizers to gather relevant content and understand the specific goals and objectives of the booklets. Show less



Albanus Design

• United Kingdom
• IT Services and IT Consulting

• Illustrative Designer, Brand & Social Media Manager

  • Nov 2020 - Present

  Developed the branding for The Stargarden Gallery. Oversaw client/vendor outreach, project management, customer service and a wide range of other relating tasks. • Created illustrations, logos and apparel for clients & brands worldwide. • Works have been have been featured in several exhibitions and galleries in the US and abroad. • Designed marketing collateral for all social media channels. • Amassed over 160,000 followers total on various social media platforms using effective marketing strategies. (Instagram, Tiktok & Twitter.) • Featured Designer on Black Bulb Podcast • Developed Partnerships & Collaboration Projects with the brands Dr. Martens and Pilot Pens Show less



The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center - Salem

• Graphic Designer & Digital Media Specialist

  • Dec 2014 - Nov 2020

  Designed all of the graphics & marketing collateral for The Salvation Army of Marion & Polk counties. Including but not limited to billboard graphics, logos, identity systems, quarterly program magazines, brochures, etc. Worked with the entire West Coast Division of The Salvation Army Kroc Centers on Website User Experience. Helped to develop division wide branding campaigns. Designed all of the graphics & marketing collateral for The Salvation Army of Marion & Polk counties. Including but not limited to billboard graphics, logos, identity systems, quarterly program magazines, brochures, etc. Worked with the entire West Coast Division of The Salvation Army Kroc Centers on Website User Experience. Helped to develop division wide branding campaigns.



Chemeketa Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graphic Designer

  • May 2013 - Jun 2014

  Redesigned all bookstore signage, web graphics, and apparel graphics.

• FWS Graphics Asst III

  • 2012 - 2014

  Maintained all graphics hardware and software in the iMac labs. Assisted in other studio maintenance projects.