PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A recent Graphic Communication graduate with 7+ years of experience in various forms of design utilizing the Adobe Creative Suite. Eager to implement my knowledge and skills in multimedia design, branding, communication, marketing, strategic planning, illustration, and social media.
EDUCATION
University of Maryland Global Campus August 2023
Bachelors of Arts in Graphic Communication GPA: 4.0
Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Anne Arundel Community College August 2020
Associate of Arts Degree in Graphic and Web Design
A recent Graphic Communication graduate with 7+ years of experience in various forms of design utilizing the Adobe Creative Suite. Eager to implement my knowledge and skills in multimedia design, branding, communication, marketing, strategic planning, illustration, and social media.
EDUCATION
University of Maryland Global Campus August 2023
Bachelors of Arts in Graphic Communication GPA: 4.0
Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Anne Arundel Community College August 2020
Associate of Arts Degree in Graphic and Web Design
Center of Applied Technology - South May 2017
WORK EXPERIENCE
Humdinger Productions - Graphic Designer July 2024 - Present
• Designed print assets, mock-ups, and proposals for small and large-scale public and private events using the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Edited promotional images as well as video content for company and client social media and event presentations.
• Created captivating visuals while adhering to strict client brand guidelines and specifications.
• Designed print assets, mock-ups, and proposals for small and large-scale public and private events using the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Edited promotional images as well as video content for company and client social media and event presentations.
• Created captivating visuals while adhering to strict client brand guidelines and specifications.
Staples, Retail Sales Print Associate December 2023 - June 2024
• Ensured customer satisfaction through hands-on technical support and over-the-phone service.
• Operated store databases to locate store products, complete online orders, and restock inventory.
• Managed the organization of postal services as well as customer returns for Amazon and UPS on a daily basis.
• Produced professionally finished print products made to exact client specifications using store production equipment.
• Ensured customer satisfaction through hands-on technical support and over-the-phone service.
• Operated store databases to locate store products, complete online orders, and restock inventory.
• Managed the organization of postal services as well as customer returns for Amazon and UPS on a daily basis.
• Produced professionally finished print products made to exact client specifications using store production equipment.
WONDERS, Freelance Graphic Designer March - May 2020
• Collaborated with the author to identify his vision for the book “Lovest Thou Me?” and produced a design that exceeded his expectations.
• Designed the elements and layout of the cover utilizing Adobe Illustrator and InDesign to fit the dimensions of the book.
• Collaborated with the author to identify his vision for the book “Lovest Thou Me?” and produced a design that exceeded his expectations.
• Designed the elements and layout of the cover utilizing Adobe Illustrator and InDesign to fit the dimensions of the book.
Chick-fil-A - Annapolis, MD Team Member July 2017 - April 2021
• Fostered good relations with guests by effectively addressing guest issues and providing creative solutions that enhanced overall guest satisfaction.
• Accelerated the order-taking process through efficient and prompt service, ensuring a consistent customer experience.
• Adapted to changing staff needs by working in various positions such as cashier services, drive-thru, food preparation, and order delivery.
The Cats Eye - Lead Editor August 2016 - May 2017
• Produced a daily newscast for a vocational trade school student body by utilizing editing and audio recording skills within the Adobe Creative Suite and Audacity.
• Wrote and oversaw scripts across multiple segments to maintain a cohesive and engaging tone across all video broadcasts.
• Uploaded daily videos ranging between five and seven minutes on a five-day-per-week broadcasting schedule across each school week.
• Fostered good relations with guests by effectively addressing guest issues and providing creative solutions that enhanced overall guest satisfaction.
• Accelerated the order-taking process through efficient and prompt service, ensuring a consistent customer experience.
• Adapted to changing staff needs by working in various positions such as cashier services, drive-thru, food preparation, and order delivery.
The Cats Eye - Lead Editor August 2016 - May 2017
• Produced a daily newscast for a vocational trade school student body by utilizing editing and audio recording skills within the Adobe Creative Suite and Audacity.
• Wrote and oversaw scripts across multiple segments to maintain a cohesive and engaging tone across all video broadcasts.
• Uploaded daily videos ranging between five and seven minutes on a five-day-per-week broadcasting schedule across each school week.
AWARDS
Silver Medalist
SkillsUSA 2016 Maryland State competition: T-Shirt Design
Silver Medalist
SkillsUSA 2016 Maryland State competition: T-Shirt Design
Silver Medalist
SkillsUSA 2017 Maryland State competition: Audio and Radio Production.
SkillsUSA 2017 Maryland State competition: Audio and Radio Production.