I have been passionate about art since I was a child, and am fortunate to have turned that passion into a graphic design career that I love. My graphic design mission statement is to assure client satisfaction by creating a well-designed, result-driven solution on deadline and within budget, that communicates a compelling message to the audience. I enjoy collaborating with other creatives to brainstorm ideas to achieve a strong solution. I have received much positive feedback from clients, supervisors and co-workers. I also get great satisfaction working for non-profit organizations and have had a wide variety of non-profit clients in the past.
I am a Cleveland Heights-based designer and illustrator. The culture and history that surrounds me in the nearby Heights neighborhoods, Little Italy and University Circle inspire me daily. I am family-oriented and also enjoy animals—especially dogs, gardening, watching theater, painting theater scenery, gourmet cooking, reading and music.
EDUCATION
Kent State University, Kent, OH
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
with an emphasis on Illustration
AWARDS
Council for Advancement and Support
of Education (CASE)
2015, CWRU Case School of Engineering Annual Report, Gold Medal
1999 CWRU School of Dental Medicine Viewbook, Gold Medal
1998 CWRU Programs and Events,
Cornell West Poster Series, Silver Medal
1995 CWRU Alumni Relations Brochure,
Bronze Medal
Printing Industries Association
2003 CWRU Viewbook, Bronze Award
Neenah Paper
1999 Young Design Letterhead, Silver Medal
SKILLS
Proven ability to develop compelling creative concepts and designs in collaboration with others for both print and digital
Passionate about typography, color theory and composition
Photo retouching, photo, vector and traditional illustration abilities
Coordination and art direction of photography, illustration and design
Thorough knowledge of area photographers, illustrators, designers, agencies, printers and related vendors
Excellent print production skills, including developing print specifications, checking proofs and press proofing
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple jobs, tight schedules and limited budgets
Extensive Mac based computer proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge and Acrobat
Skilled in creating graphics for web, email, social media and accessible PDFs
Fine art skills, specializing in pen and ink, pencil, conté crayon
and watercolor