SKILLS
DIGITAL DESIGN
Responsive Website, eCommerce, Blogs, Landing Pages, UX/UI, HTML,
On-site SEO, Social Media Graphics, Email Blasts,
Website Animation, Presentation Graphics
PRINT DESIGN
Logo, Typography, Off-set & Digital, 1 Color to 4+, Book, Marketing Collateral, Large & Small Format, Event Graphics
ILLUSTRATION
Pencil, Charcoal, Ink,
iPad Stylus, Raster, Vector
APPLICATIONS
Expert in: Adobe Creative Suite,
iPad Draw Software
Proficient in: Figma, Trello, Microsoft Office
EDUCATION
BA WITH HONORS
Graphic Design Emphasis
San Diego State University
SUMMARY
With over 25 years of designing digital and print for diverse audiences, I offer a depth of expertise. My ability to clearly communicate business visions, combined with traditional art mediums and illustration background, distinguishes my approach and outcomes. By prioritizing a sketchpad first approach, I strive to create memorable solutions that provide timeless value.
​
​​EXPERIENCE
FREELANCE — Eiffel Graphics
Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Create engaging visual communications with strong understanding of typography, page layout, and color theory. Efficiently oversee timelines, budgets, vendors, teams, and all resources. Adapt and grow with new challenges and technology. Successfully establish and nurture business relationships. Some featured contracts include:​​
2002 - present
•
•
Art Direction / Website & Print Design — Street of Dreams
Develop creative print and digital visuals for a non-profit college bridge program aimed to enhance financial and community support. Branding and intuitive donation site results in over 50% increase in grant contracts and 100% growth in annual donations.
Art Direction / Website & Print Design — Jennie’s Kitchen
Design branding, eCommerce website and all marketing materials for high-end meal delivery company in the NYC area. Manage a flexible online store and reporting system. Boosted weekly orders by over 200%, cut admin hours by 80%, and streamlined delivery, while retaining hundreds of loyal customers.
2002 - present
2008 - present
•
Art Direction / Print Design — Workbook Creative, Inc.
Produce / design annual book distributed to top art and marketing departments globally. Direct Illustrators, collaborate with Marketing Team. Deliver final mechanicals and manage press checks.
2022 - present
1999 - 2010
•
Website & Print Design — Systems Technology & Associates
Design branding, website and marketing materials for mid-sized information technology company.
SENIOR WEBSITE DESIGNER — KFMB New Media
Handled design and production of online and offline design collateral for San Diego CBS affiliates T.V. news and radio. Maintained corporate style guides, and managed websites such as KFMB.com and sdsymphony.com. Collaborated with vendors, clients, and marketing team. Oversaw junior designers.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER / ILLUSTRATOR — Authentic Images
Designed collectible limited edition product artwork from concept to development to pre-press production. Executed mechanicals for Warner Bros., Disney, The NBA, The NFL, and MLB retail accounts.