Worked with a variety of clients creating art for social expressions as well as product design. Able to work from specific guidelines as well as creating from concept to finished art. Managed multiple clients effectively to meet deadlines. Worked independently and was able to make critical decisions for each project and client. Administrator of the business including invoices and licensing contracts. Able to communicate directly with the client to meet their individual needs. Attended trade shows to keep up with the current trends as well as created promotional material to market the business.

Clients include: Hallmark Cards, Freedom Greetings, Marian Heath Greeting Cards, Renaissance Greetings, Gartner Greetings, Jeanmarie Creations, Gallant Greetings, Designer Greetings, DaySpring Cards, PS Greetings, Innoware, Focus Electrics, LLC, Paramount Cards.

Worked in multiple mediums and techniques in a fast paced creative environment. Responsible for designs illustrated from specific requirements to fill the line needs. Created a collection of cards from the line planning stage as well as selecting freelance artists for the project. Senior level final review of all jobs leaving the creative department prior to production.

Execute the product development and creative objectives for all print materials as determined by the Creative Department. Work to complete assigned projects and programs and ensure accuracy on all work before sending files to vendor for domestic or over seas printing.

Follow and contribute to Production Standards and Guidelines consisting of file building and managing the library, server, and workload with efficiency.

Communicate directly with freelance artists as well as Chinese factories to ensure correct execution of files and the process runs accurately and on schedule.

Create and finalize mock-up and presentation materials for pricing quotes, sales presentations and photo shoots.

Bringing together illustration and design under one umbrella to better serve clients.

Responsible for planning and creating the entire everyday and seasonal product line. Works with customers to create custom work needed for special events or company branding. Designs all collateral for print and web needs. Photography for website and social media. Knowledge to create color checks and corrections at the printer using dye sublimation technology.

Department of Continuing Education
Graphic Design Certificate

Student Government
Student Ambassador
Illustration Major, Art History Minor