Experience

United Educators

• United States
• Insurance
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Designer

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  United Educators (UE) provides liability insurance and risk management services to more than 1,600 members representing schools, colleges, and universities throughout the United States. Founded in 1987 as a risk retention group, UE is owned and governed by the educational institutions it insures. I am responsible for managing UE's creative services workflow and providing graphic design leadership and services. In this position, I serve as the steward for UE's brands across multiple media, ensuring a clear, unified presentation in materials created for members, brokers, prospects, and employees. Show less

• Senior Creative Services Associate

  • Apr 2018 - Jan 2023



Society for Clinical Research Sites

• United States
• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Graphic Designer

  • Apr 2017 - Apr 2018

  SCRS is a global organization founded in 2012 that represents almost 9,000 clinical research sites in 47 countries. SCRS' mission is to unify the voice of the global clinical research site community for greater site sustainability. SCRS has become an active partner in industry-wide initiatives and dialogues focused on improving the clinical research enterprise. At SCRS, I worked as a partner with the CEO, Communications, Membership, and Sales to create designs that connects the audience with content across varied platforms. I produced four monthly e-newsletters, a quarterly digital journal, white papers, various corporate and marketing materials, and event media such as banners, signage, invitations, and programs. I was also responsible for managing several websites, providing technical software support when needed, as well as designing and distributing up to 30 marketing emails a month for various events and programming. Show less



University of Maryland

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Director, Communications

  • Aug 2012 - Apr 2017

  The University of Maryland is the flagship campus of the state’s higher educational system and a top-ranked public research institution. At the University of Maryland’s Office of International Affairs, I was responsible for producing a 16-page publication and a monthly e-newsletter, providing design services to support the communications and marketing initiatives of several offices, and managing the office’s branding, as well as maintaining the website. In this position, I was the project lead in the creation of a new global portal and the redesign of five existing department websites. I collaborated with vendors and each of the offices to create a design that showcased the international activities and opportunities across campus while also meeting the specific needs of each department. I was the lead in mapping the website, developing and publishing content in Drupal, and testing the functionality of the website. Show less

• Communications Coordinator

  • Apr 2010 - Jul 2012

  I wrote, edited, and designed marketing and communications materials produced by the office and its four departments (Education Abroad, International Student & Scholar Services, Confucius Institute, and the Office of China Affairs). I was the Editor/Designer for the office's newsletter, Maryland International, and I was responsible for updating and troubleshooting the website (www.international.umd.edu).



B'nai B'rith International

• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Graphic Designer

  • Oct 2007 - Apr 2010

  B'nai B'rith International is a Jewish humanitarian, human rights, and advocacy non-profit organization. Founded in 1843, B'nai B'rith has worked for Jewish unity, security, continuity, and tolerance. In this position, I conceptualized and designed publications, logos, brochures, posters, displays, and conference materials, to name a few. I also designed the quarterly magazine, B’nai B’rith Magazine. I was responsible for researching and selecting artwork, and I created illustrations or manipulated photos as needed. Overall, I maintained the look and design of the B’nai B’rith brand in coordination with the Art Director. From conception to production, I ensured quality and timely delivery of projects within budget and on strategy. I collaborated with photographers and printers, and I prepared files for press and review printer proofs. On top of my print work, I also updated the website. Show less



Educational Systems Federal Credit Union

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Graphic Designer

  • May 2007 - Oct 2007

  ESFCU is a non-profit financial cooperative whose mission is to help its members in the education community achieve their financial goals. As the Graphic Designer for the credit union, I designed Marketing materials, wrote and edited articles for the monthly newsletters, and coordinated distribution of all promotional materials to the branches. ESFCU is a non-profit financial cooperative whose mission is to help its members in the education community achieve their financial goals. As the Graphic Designer for the credit union, I designed Marketing materials, wrote and edited articles for the monthly newsletters, and coordinated distribution of all promotional materials to the branches.



AGA Institute

• Designer/Production Manager

  • Oct 2004 - May 2007

  The American Gastroenterological Association is the oldest medical-specialty society in the United States. Comprised of two non-profit organizations — the AGA and the AGA Institute — the 16,500 members include physicians and scientists who research, diagnose, and treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and liver.As the Designer/Production Manager, I designed the bi-monthly consumer magazine along with the monthly member magazine and several newsletters. I was also responsible for creating other materials, such as the annual report, brochures, ads, and flyers. As the Production Manager, I managed the production schedules and worked closely with printers and mail houses to coordinate printing and distribution. Show less

• Production Coordinator

  • Jan 2003 - Oct 2004

  As the Production Coordinator, I worked closely with the magazine designer in obtaining artwork as well as running the production schedule for the magazine. I also designed the member magazine under the designer's supervision as well as designing various Marketing/Communications materials.

• Editorial Assistant

  • Jul 2001 - Jan 2003

  As Editorial Assistant at the AGA, I worked closely with the VP of Publications and coordinated the editorial review process for the consumer magazine. I managed contact with the freelance writers, editors, ad reps, and medical experts in the production of the consumer magazine. I wrote several articles when needed as well as proofread content before going to print.