About Me.

Accomplished Senior Lead Designer with expertise in print and digital design, seeking to advance into an Art Director or comparable roles. Demonstrates strong leadership and team management skills as well as mentoring junior designers, backed by substantial experience in freelance projects and creative direction. Passionate about creative styling and branding, with a diverse skill set that includes video/motion graphics, photography,
and design. Committed to delivering visually compelling and strategically sound solutions

Recent Work Experience

2018-Present

ORLY International
Senior Designer

Managed creative file administration and organization for
a customer-facing file server, ensuring efficient and reliable access to assets.
Executed large format deliverables for both domestic
& international trade shows, working closely with Art Director to ensure concept aligns with execution to print.
Produced a diverse range of creative assets, including photoshoots, videos, paid advertisements, and marketing collateral, consistently meeting deadlines for both print
and digital media.
Directed, coached, and motivated creative team members, fostering high performance and promoting autonomy within the team.
Working closely with multiple departments on Change Control and executing Regulatory updates to artwork, ensuring products have the most up to date information
on shelf.

2021-2023

Our Darling Beauty

Contract Art Director

Collaborated closely with client to align creative vision with design execution, ensuring that final outputs accurately reflect their objectives.
Spearheaded branding and logo developement with unique visual identities that resonate with target audiences.
Executed photography and styling to enhance visual appeal and brand consistency.
Oversaw print packaging design and the creation of digital assets, delivering cohesive and compelling materials across various platforms.

2016-2018

Bravado Int'l Group Merchandising Services

Contract Designer

Developed original graphics for various applications including retail, tour merchandise, eCommerce, and VIP items for artists across all music genres.
Branding and Logo creation for artists, bands, and broader company initiatives, enhancing brand identity and visual appeal.
Create custom presentations to effectively communicate design concepts and project proposals
Project Management: Manages daily and weekly tasks efficiently to meet deadlines and maintain workflow productivity.

Skills & Tools

SKILLS • Creative, Strategic and Critical Thinking, Leadership and Team Management, Clear and Effective Communication, Collaborative Approach, Comprehensive Campaigns (360°), Large Format Design & Printing for Events, Understanding of Motion Graphics & Video Editing, Brand Development, Photo Retouching,

TOOLS • Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects), Slack, Asana, G Suite, Microsoft Office, Dropbox, Filecamp, Squarespace, MailChimp, Zoom, Microsoft Teams