Professional Summary
Senior multimedia and graphic designer with 15+ years of experience creating
brand-aligned marketing and communications assets across digital, print, social, and
web platforms. Skilled in campaign concept development, motion-forward storytelling,
CMS-based web design, template systems, and creative quality control. Seven years of
success in remote, cross-functional environments, partnering with stakeholders and
vendors to deliver impactful creative that supports mission-driven organizations.
Core Skills
- Graphic Design, Layout, and Production Art
- Multimedia Content (animated GIFs, short-form video, infographics)
- Motion Literacy and Visual Storytelling
- Brand Identity Stewardship and Logo Compliance Review
- Web Design and CMS Publishing (WordPress)
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Animate)
- Microsoft Office Template Development (Word, PowerPoint)
- AI-assisted design tools and emerging creative technologies
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication
- Vendor coordination (photographers, printers, freelance designers)
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Animate
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
- WordPress CMS
- Microsoft Word templates
- Microsoft PowerPoint templates
- AI-assisted creative tools
- Adobe XD
- Figma
Professional Experience
Web & Graphic Designer, Mentor, Collaborator | Rio Grande Jewelry Supply
2019 - Present
- Develop concepts and design marketing and communications assets including campaign collateral, presentations, print pieces, social media graphics, and web pages.
- Serve as a visual brand steward, ensuring consistency and quality across digital, print, and trade show materials.
- Build and optimize web and email assets within CMS tools while collaborating with photographers, writers, and leadership.
- Mentor designers and contribute to scalable template systems that improve creative workflow efficiency.
- Apply performance insights and stakeholder feedback to refine creative outputs over time.
Freelance Designer | Self-Employed
2016 - 2019
- Managed client relationships and delivered brand systems, marketing collateral, and digital design solutions.
- Provided creative direction and production support across web, print, and multimedia projects.
- Partnered with vendors and stakeholders to ensure quality execution and on-time delivery.
Senior Interactive Art Director | The frank Agency
2014 - 2016
- Directed creative strategy and multimedia production for national clients, guiding teams to deliver award-winning, brand-compliant web experiences.
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Led website redesign achieving measurable growth:
- +29.68% overall traffic
- +40.05% total page views
- +22.89% average session duration
- +135% mobile usage
- +500% increase in Facebook page likes
- Partnered with marketing and account teams to align visual communication with business goals and measurable outcomes.
Front-End Web Designer/Developer | PlattForm Advertising
2012 - 2014
- Designed and produced responsive websites, PPC landing pages, and email campaigns in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Applied analytics and A/B testing insights to improve performance and conversion rates while maintaining strict brand standards.
Graphic & Web Designer/Developer | Center for Educational Testing & Evaluation
2010 - 2012
- Created graphics, presentations, videos, interviews, and promotional materials from concept through production.
- Delivered polished, accessible visuals across print and digital formats to improve clarity and engagement.
Freelance Video Editor | Horizon Productions
2010
- Edited and produced short-form video narratives using motion, pacing, and sound design to enhance storytelling.
Education
BFA in Visual Communication, Graphic Design
2006 - 2010
University of Kansas
Awards & Professional Development
- Gold Stevie Award, American Business Awards (Website Redesign)
- Art Direction & Design Leadership Course (Awwwards)