I am an image maker, visual storyteller, and educator who also loves making art. The creation process gives me so much joy, whether through layout designs, presentation graphics, digital drawings, or collage. I love distilling complex content, finding its meaning, and bringing it to life with impactful and clearly communicated designs.
Brands I've worked with include Johnson and Johnson, Verizon, Kelloggs and Kellanova, Johnson and Johnson's Global Public Health, Anheuser Busch, Merck, Taco Bell, Nestle Purina, AbbVie, Tostitos, Invitae, Nine PBS, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and more.
I also have a visual art practice showing work at galleries nationwide and within international publications. When not working on visuals, I enjoy the outdoors, reading, music, gardening, cooking, films, and time with my partner and two cats.
Experience
Manager of Visual Strategy & Design Team, Brado (Dec 2023 - Present)
Promoted from Senior Graphic Designer role to leader of Visual Strategy & Design team
Successfully meets all client deadlines, receiving requests for repeated collaborations
Mentors team members through shadowing, teaching, and sharing industry knowledge
Senior Graphic Designer, Brado (Feb 2019 - Present)
Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including researchers, video editors, and illustrators, to create strategic and impactful visuals for top global healthcare companies
Creates pitch decks for Brado business and our global clients, supporting business development internally and for our clients’ portfolios
Crafted custom illustrations for a Johnson & Johnson product line, demonstrating creative and artistic versatility
Adjunct Professor, St. Charles Community College (Dec 2018 - Jan 2023)
Mentored and guided over 200 students in digital image making, sharing my passion for illustration and design
Developed and authored an online course, "Digital Imaging and Illustration," covering various digital design techniques, tools, and industry knowledge
Prepared students for real-world design challenges by addressing key topics such as copyright, freelance practices, printing techniques, and legal resources
Graphic Designer, LUME Institute (Aug 2017 - Feb 2019)
Created diverse visual materials, including print, digital, and animated graphics, to support marketing, fundraising, and branding initiatives
Designed the Year End Giving campaign across multiple platforms, resulting in over $300,000 raised for tuition assistance programs
Visual Storyteller & Graphic Designer, Nine PBS (Jul 2015 - Aug 2017; Currently Freelance)
Nominated twice for an EMMY award, reflecting a commitment to exceptional visual storytelling
Designed engaging visuals for various platforms, supporting the success of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's American Graduate initiative
Showcased artistic versatility by creating illustrations, animations, and graphic designs for Nine PBS and Nine PBS KIDS® interstitials
Established strong professional relationships through continued freelance work, supporting initiative and partner pitches, American Graduate, and television shows
Education
MFA: Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts, Washington University in St. Louis
BA: Art Studio, School of Art and Visual Studies, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, magna cum laude
BA: Integrated Strategic Communications, School of Journalism and Telecommunications, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, magna cum laude
Skills
Presentation Design and Animation
Art Direction and Visual Storytelling
Graphic Design and Illustration
Social Media, Email, and Web Graphics
Gif Creation and Infographics
Magazine and Report Design
Fundraising and Event Graphics
Packaging Design
Mentoring and Training
Technical Skills
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fresco, CC Express
Microsoft PowerPoint, Word
Wix, Squarespace
Stager, AfterEffects, Premier Pro (working)