Résumé

Summary

Graphic designer with over 15 years of experience in print design, brand identity, graphics standards, web design, web content development, marketing, and logo design with a strong multidisciplinary background.

Professional Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer
2005–Present

 

Architectural Woodwork Institute – Potomac Falls, VA
Graphic Designer, 2017–Present

  • Design the layout for AWI Standards, a suite of ANSI Standards covering production and application of architectural woodwork.
  • Design formats and templates for internal and external communications and documentation.
  • Design and develop illustrations and technical drawings for AWI Standards.
  • Oversee the printing and publishing of print editions of AWI Standards.
  • Develop graphics and content for AWI’s website and online learning portal.
  • Produce and edit informational videos and digital graphics to support performance testing of architectural woodwork.
  • Develop infographics and promotional materials.

 

Sirocco Literary and Arts Magazine
Georgia Southwestern State University – Americus, GA

Art Editor / Print Designer, 2014–2017

  • Curated and formatted student art submissions.
  • Worked with student artists to digitize visual art.
  • Edited digital artwork to ensure compatibility with color profiles and print processes.
  • Designed covers informed by and incorporating winning pieces of submitted artwork.
  • Designed the layout of the magazine.
  • Prepared files for printing and oversaw the publication of a print edition of the magazine.
  • Taught undergraduate students and staff members how to use industry-standard editing and design software, including the Adobe CC Suite.

 

Georgia Southwestern State University – Americus, GA
Writing Consultant, 2013–2017

  • Tutored university students in writing, researching, document design, print layout, and style manual adherence.
  • Designed and presented videos and training sessions for university students, faculty, and staff using PowerPoint and Adobe Premiere.
  • Designed and printed a Handbook for training writing consultants and tutors.
  • Designed and distributed flyers, brochures, and informational handouts.

 

Hancock Funeral Home – Americus, GA
Print Designer / IT Manager / Funeral Service Apprentice, 2010–2017

  • Designed templates, forms, letterhead, business cards, and memorial pamphlets for use and easy editing by funeral home staff.
  • Oversaw the development and implementation of document and data storage solutions, including easy access to graphical assets and print files.
  • Oversaw the production of print media such as prayer cards, memorial pamphlets, certificates, and thank you cards.
  • Prepared business logos and created designs for print and web advertisements.
  • Designed digital memorials, including photo slideshows and videos.
  • Restored old/damaged photographs for the bereaved.

 

Barnett Computers – Americus, GA
Web & Graphic Designer / Senior IT Technician, 2009–2011

  • Managed a team of employees and oversaw long-term projects.
  • Developed and administrated web sites for business clients.
  • Designed and modified logos and branding refreshes for local businesses.
  • Vectorized logos and branding for web use and printing at higher resolutions.
  • Edited photographs and restored old/damaged photographs for clients.

 

Barnett Computers – Americus, GA
IT Technician / Web Designer, 2006–2011

  • Performed diagnostics and repairs of computer systems in a shop environment and in the field.
  • Designed web sites for clients.
  • Digitized and cleaned photographs for clients.

 

Technical Services – Americus, GA
Technician, 2005–2006

  • Professional services company.
  • Performed lighting design and setup, electronics repair, woodworking/carpentry, web design, graphic design, networking, computer repair, and other various tasks.

Skills & Proficiencies

Software Proficiencies 

  • Adobe CC Suite, including: Acrobat, Animate/Flash, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, InDesign
  • Microsoft Software, including: Windows, Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Vizio, Word
  • Content Management Systems, including: WordPress, HigherLogic, Sitecore
  • Web Design languages and standards, including: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript

Professional Memberships

American Institute of Graphic Arts
AIGA Sustaining Member

Georgia Society of Association Executives
GSAE Member

Certificates & Certifications

Fundamentals of Graphic Design
California Institute of the Arts, 2019
ID No. V362HAMQ9E5A

CompTIA A+ Certification
Computing Technology Industry Association, 2009
ID No. COMP001020143335