I am a committed, hands on designer that enjoys creating an experience for the viewer/user. I am a graduate of Eastern Washington University's "Visual Communication Design" program. More recently, I've been spending my days as a full time team member at Treatment Creative as a Designer and Art Director.
Clients
Experience
Designer & Art Director at Treatment Creative
Dec. 2022 – Present Spokane, WA
Being the lead Designer & Art Director, I work with our Producers to refine scopes of work and lead the design process from research and concepting to execution. As the steward of all brands we touch, I work to maintain consistency and push evolution regardless of the type of project. As a mentor to the team, I strive to foster a collaborative environment where we can push eachother
to elevate our work & the resulting engagement.
Graphic Designer at Like Media
Sept. 2020 – Dec. 2021 Hayden, ID
As a member of the Design Team, I created high-end
editorial spreads, advertisements, and on occasion, developed logos and brands. Throughout each month, I managed the ad copy process for six monthly publications, communicating with clients to design unique ad layouts (print & digital) for various companies according to their respective brand guidelines. Further responsibilities included print and digital preparations, managing newsletters, and blog updates.
Adjunct Professor at Eastern Washington University
2019 – 2022 Cheney, WA
As an Adjunct Professor, I constructed and organized lesson plans to teach the foundations of digital design. Skills taught include Ai, Ps, Id, basic design principles, best practices, mindful & effective critique skills, and printing methods.
Graphic Designer at CW Wraps
Oct. 2019 – Oct. 2020 Post Falls, ID
As a Designer, I managed multiple projects with differing timelines to deliver effective and on brand print products. I coordinated with our Sales, Production, and Install teams to create, print, and implement graphics. Projects I lead involved large scale vinyl designs (vehicle wraps & flat surface decals), logo development, detailed/scaled template mock-up creation, print preparation, and printed collateral.
Freelance at Of H Design
2017 Coeur d’Alene, ID
In 2017, I started a small Graphic Design business. Working both independently and collaboratively with ArtCoLab, That’s Lofty, and CW Wraps designing for various mediums.
Intern at 14 four
June 2017 – August 2017 Spokane, WA
Selected for a summer internship, collaborating with team members to address diverse design requirements, including content management, web design, and UX/UI enhancements.
Intern at Knock Marketing and Design
June 2016 – August 2016 Coeur d’Alene, ID
Participated in a summer internship where my responsibilities included design of client logos, flyers, photo editing, and content management.
Patient Service Coordination at North Idaho Dermatology
2017 – 2019 Coeur d’Alene, ID
Interim team lead.
Communication with patients, clients, team members, and health care providers to register and schedule as needed. I took pride in efficiently solving problems as they come while providing excellent customer service.
Education
BA in Visual Communication Design at Eastern Washington University
Fall 2013 – Spring 2017 Cheney, WA
Awards
BRONZE | Elements of Advertising/ Visual Design/ Logo Design, American Advertisement Awards - ADDY Spokane
Brand development for USL Spokane's League One team, Spokane Velocity.
GOLD | Out-of-Home & Ambient Media, American Advertisement Awards - ADDY Spokane
Visit Spokane Office Wall Murals | Designed while at Treatment Creative Agency
Scholarship of High Demand Program, Eastern Washington University
The Scott Brajcich Art Award, Lewis and Clark High School
Exhibitions
Focused + Nimble Group
HDG/Propoganda Creative Spokane, WA
EWU’s Visual Communication Design portfolio showcase
Legacy in Art Education Group
Gallery of Art Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA
Ceramic statue