I am a dedicated and versatile graphic designer and illustrator with a Bachelors of Design in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude with College Honors. My expertise spans various design disciplines, including graphic design, animation, and social media management. I have worked in advertising, healthcare, technology, startup private business and educational sectors. What sets me apart from other designers is my unique blend of technical proficiency, artistic creativity, and a strong commitment to teaching and nurturing creative talents. I have extensive experience in both freelance and corporate settings, allowing me to adapt and excel in diverse environments. ### Employment and Project Experience **Graphic Design & Art Direction Intern** The Motive Group _February 2020 - March 2020_ **Freelance Graphic Designer** _August 2015 - Present_ **Animation Designer** Cincinnati Children's Hospital _July 2018 - January 2019_ **Graphic Design & Social Media Management Intern** The Status Group Inc. _January 2018 - April 2018_ **High School Art Program Founder & Teacher** Colorado High School Charter _August 2023 - May 2024_ **High School Art Teacher** KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy _August 2021 - May 2023_ **Outdoor Education Instructor** YMCA of the Rockies _August 2019 - November 2019_ **Arts & Crafts Specialty Instructor** YMCA of the Rockies _May 2019 - August 2019_ **Craft & Design Center Instructor** YMCA of the Rockies _May 2016 - August 2016, May 2015 - August 2015_ I am passionate about leveraging my design skills to create impactful, user-centered solutions. My diverse background and dedication to continuous learning make me a valuable asset to any creative team.

I am a dedicated and versatile graphic designer and illustrator with a Bachelors of Design in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude with College Honors. My expertise spans various design disciplines, including graphic design, animation, and social media management. I have worked in advertising, healthcare, technology, startup private business and educational sectors. What sets me apart from other designers is my unique blend of technical proficiency, artistic creativity, and a strong commitment to teaching and nurturing creative talents. I have extensive experience in both freelance and corporate settings, allowing me to adapt and excel in diverse environments. ### Employment and Project Experience **Graphic Design & Art Direction Intern** The Motive Group _February 2020 - March 2020_ **Freelance Graphic Designer** _August 2015 - Present_ **Animation Designer** Cincinnati Children's Hospital _July 2018 - January 2019_ **Graphic Design & Social Media Management Intern** The Status Group Inc. _January 2018 - April 2018_ **High School Art Program Founder & Teacher** Colorado High School Charter _August 2023 - May 2024_ **High School Art Teacher** KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy _August 2021 - May 2023_ **Outdoor Education Instructor** YMCA of the Rockies _August 2019 - November 2019_ **Arts & Crafts Specialty Instructor** YMCA of the Rockies _May 2019 - August 2019_ **Craft & Design Center Instructor** YMCA of the Rockies _May 2016 - August 2016, May 2015 - August 2015_ I am passionate about leveraging my design skills to create impactful, user-centered solutions. My diverse background and dedication to continuous learning make me a valuable asset to any creative team.

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I am a dedicated and versatile graphic designer and illustrator with a Bachelors of Design in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude with College Honors. My expertise spans various design disciplines, including graphic design, animation, and social media management. I have worked in advertising, healthcare, technology, startup private business and educational sectors. What sets me apart from other designers is my unique blend of technical proficiency, artistic creativity, and a strong commitment to teaching and nurturing creative talents.

I have extensive experience in both freelance and corporate settings, allowing me to adapt and excel in diverse environments.

Employment and Project Experience

Graphic Design & Art Direction Intern
The Motive Group
February 2020 - March 2020

Freelance Graphic Designer
August 2015 - Present

Animation Designer
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
July 2018 - January 2019

Graphic Design & Social Media Management Intern
The Status Group Inc.
January 2018 - April 2018

High School Art Program Founder & Teacher
Colorado High School Charter
August 2023 - May 2024

High School Art Teacher
KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy
August 2021 - May 2023

Outdoor Education Instructor
YMCA of the Rockies
August 2019 - November 2019

Arts & Crafts Specialty Instructor
YMCA of the Rockies
May 2019 - August 2019

Craft & Design Center Instructor
YMCA of the Rockies
May 2016 - August 2016, May 2015 - August 2015

I am passionate about leveraging my design skills to create impactful, user-centered solutions. My diverse background and dedication to continuous learning make me a valuable asset to any creative team.

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Skills

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Presentation Design
Adobe InDesign
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Freelance Gig
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
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Experience Level

Presentation Design
Expert
Adobe InDesign
Expert
Freelance Gig
Expert
Adobe Illustrator
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Freehand Digital Illustration
Expert
Canva
Expert
Email Design
Expert
Adobe Lightroom
Expert
Adobe XD
Expert
Social Media Design
Intermediate
Adobe Dreamweaver
Intermediate
Motion Graphic
Intermediate
Adobe Premiere Pro
Intermediate
HTML5
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent

Education

Bachelors of Design - Graphic Design, Summa Cum Laude with College Honors at University of Illinois at Chicago
August 11, 2014 - May 11, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail
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