EDUCATION
2012 BFA in Visual Communications, Truman State University
2011 University of Georgia, Cortona, Italy (semester program)
EXPERIENCE
Freelancer / (January 2018–present)
Design print ads, web graphics, logos, and templates for various clients
Research and write articles for DCG Strategies' in-house blog about the San Francisco real estate market
Travel / (June 2017–December 2017)
Fulfilled a longtime dream by backpacking for six months around the world
Visited Europe, Scandinavia, Morocco, Japan and Southeast Asia
Created a photo blog, www.travelinghumans.com, to share my experiences
Graphic Designer / University of Missouri (February 2013–May 2017)
Designed and produced student recruitment, advancement and marketing materials for departments
Served as a brand ambassador, developing and upholding MU’s graphic identity standards
Designed content and maintained website for Mizzou Weekly, MU’s faculty and staff publication
Designed commemorative mark, displays and collateral for the university’s 175th anniversary
Graphic Design Intern / TRG Group (October 2012–January 2013)
Designed packaging and marketing materials for Victorinox and Wenger Travel Gear
Accurately managed data and copy for use in packaging and marketing materials
Organized and managed many projects at once, often reevaluating priorities
Oversaw production of finished projects, including quoting and proofing print jobs
Graphic Designer / VSC Strategies (July 2012–December 2012)
Designed company website
Designed proposal for a new program idea to be presented to Panera Bread
Designed TrueTest Vehicle Service Contracts website, conceptualized user experience
Art Director / Detours Magazine (August 2009–October 2011)
Managed team of 3-4 designers, designed layouts and advertisements
Increased number of design critique meetings in order to improve consistency of layouts
Prepared magazine for production, meeting all deadlines
Intern / Light Blue Studio (July – August 2011)
Assisted design of gallery catalogues and mailings, color correction of art photography
EXPERTISE
Design
Illustration
Branding
SOFTWARE
InDesign
Illustrator
Photoshop