Production Artist

• Aug 2022 - Present

HR Designer at Palo Alto Networks

• Jun 2022 - Present

Graphic Design and Art Production Specialist

• Jun 2007 - Present

• Execution of graphic design projects ranging from brochures to brand identity development • Design and production of in-store and storefront vinyl signage • Event and studio photography • Experience working effectively with clients; clients include: Mazda NAO, Ghirardelli, The City of Laguna Niguel, Thrive Juice Lab, The Hive & Co., Helmco Electric, Inc., Yoginos: Yoga for Youth, and Tankfarm Clothing • Execution of graphic design projects ranging from brochures to brand identity development • Design and production of in-store and storefront vinyl signage • Event and studio photography • Experience working effectively with clients; clients include: Mazda NAO, Ghirardelli, The City of Laguna Niguel, Thrive Juice Lab, The Hive & Co., Helmco Electric, Inc., Yoginos: Yoga for Youth, and Tankfarm Clothing

Senior Production Designer

• Oct 2021 - Aug 2022

Production Designer

• Oct 2019 - Oct 2021

• Produce original creative content for Toshiba and Flame Broiler social media accounts by utilizing/manipulating stock photography, shooting/editing original photography, and generating animations• Create display advertisements based on core campaign artwork supplied by design team• Prepare final files based on supplied specifications for both print and web projects; resolve any artwork issues that may arise during production• Provide photo retouching and image manipulation• Develop and refine client brand books/guidelines• Design, lay out, and update in-store menu boards, drive thru menus, and to-go menus for food clients• Compose point of purchase display and packaging graphics• Organize and refine pitch decks• Conceptualize and design websites; rework and develop new components for websites• Support the agency’s own marketing efforts by developing original creative content for various annual celebrations to be shared on social media channels and the company blog Show less

Graphic Designer

• Mar 2018 - Oct 2019

• Designed out-of-home advertisements (including billboard, bus, bus shelter, and mall) and direct mail pieces for university campaigns• Built web banners in various sizes for specific campaigns highlighting the different programs the university has to offer• Perform creative copywriting for campus collateral, social media, and marketing pieces• Utilized hand lettering, photography, and other specialty skills as required to complete any particular project

Senior Media & Communications Officer

• Feb 2015 - Mar 2018

• Created identities for a variety of campus-wide events and programs• Event photography; included career fairs and commencement• Assisted with in-house photo shoots, including studio lighting setup• Conceptualized and designed social media graphics• Updated and managed brand related media as the school completed its transition from its former identity as Stanbridge College; included updating campus signage, forms, and merchandise

Media & Communications Officer

• Aug 2013 - Feb 2015

• Use of Adobe Creative Cloud daily; demonstrated proficiency in Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Lightroom applications• Mentored/trained Media & Communications Assistants• Set up standards for university forms• Responsible for design, production, and installation of campus print materials and vinyl graphics

Media & Communications Assistant

• Sep 2011 - Aug 2013

• Provided administrative support for the Media & Communications department• Assisted with on-campus event operations• Generated forms and brochures while maintaining institutional guidelines

Child Care Leader

• Sep 2005 - Apr 2010

• Supervised and instructed children in grades K-6 • Leadership and creative abilities explored • Prepared/demonstrated arts & crafts and guided outdoor activities • Supervised and instructed children in grades K-6 • Leadership and creative abilities explored • Prepared/demonstrated arts & crafts and guided outdoor activities

Temporary GUI Designer

• Aug 2009 - Sep 2009

• Developed graphics and assisted with renderings for vehicle in-dash navigation systems; concepts and art direction have been utilized in Mazda's factory vehicles through 2019 • Developed graphics and assisted with renderings for vehicle in-dash navigation systems; concepts and art direction have been utilized in Mazda's factory vehicles through 2019

Sales Associate

• Jul 2004 - May 2006

• Successfully assisted customers with product selections and purchases • Daily responsibilities included ringing sales, pushing instant credit, organizing sales floor, and opening/closing register • Experience in stock room operations and procedures • Successfully assisted customers with product selections and purchases • Daily responsibilities included ringing sales, pushing instant credit, organizing sales floor, and opening/closing register • Experience in stock room operations and procedures

Temporary Sales Associate

• Jul 2002 - Sep 2002

• Tidied sales floor, rang up sales, opened/closed register • Tidied sales floor, rang up sales, opened/closed register