I love the work that I do. I love bold colors and cutting-edge typography. I love building branding that perfectly tells the story of my clients, whether it’s in-your-face, or muted and somber. I love stepping up to the challenge of solving a client’s problems. I also love my dogs, husband, and roller skating. 

henry schein, graphic designer  |  jan 2013-present

    • Create high-end graphics for print and web design in the marketing department for Fortune 500 company.
    • Brainstorm ideas for upcoming marketing campaigns within the design team.
    • Work with campaign directors to maintain visual standards.
    • Design large-format banners and trade-shows displays.

freelance art director  |  may 2012-present

    • Developed and conceived campaigns, exhibits, event booths, print materials, and mailers for clients ranging from pizza restaurants to political campaigns to Veterans’ organizations both in-house and remotely. Projects range from WordPress websites to full rebranding initiatives, direct mail campaigns, non-profit support, custom photoshoots, secure government collateral publications, and PowerPoint presentations.
    • Led teams in creative processes and the planning and execution of deliverables to satisfied clients.
    • Worked with and manage a roster of talent to contribute to campaign creative. Build teams to achieve brand initiatives.
    • Worked with proposal development teams to develop documents for companies like Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Lockheed Martin, PAE, ATS, and MAXAR.

salt lake tribune, designer  |  2008-may 2012

    • Second in command on a team of designers, in charge of facilitating design in an industry-leading newspaper.
    • Built two to seven pages per day for a daily newspaper, focusing on section fronts.
    • Created graphics and photo illustrations as requested.
    • Built and oversaw weekly production and design of IN This Week magazine.
    • Worked photoshoots with photographers to guide artwork and develop concepts.

scarred derby designs, owner  |  2009-2012

    • Ran a roller derby-inspired clothing company.
    • Designed and oversaw production on a line of clothes.
    • Handled online orders and e-commerce business.

rock island argus/the dispatch, designer  |  2005-2008

    • Led features design staff and helped define style for the daily paper.
    • Built features sections and developed designs for lifestyle page