Software
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Bridge, Dream Weaver, Lightroom
Canva
Google
Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms
Microsoft Suite
Word, Power Point, Excel
WordPress
Full Time Employment
Public Information Specialist
Capital Region BOCES, August 2021 - September 2023
I worked within school districts as a Community Relations Specialist. My main responsibilities included managing the district’s website, social media pages, and producing newsletters. I was also responsible for district photography and developing a brand strategy that involved researching the district’s relationship with the community as well as its internal goals.
In addition to my primary responsibilities, I was also part of the web team that helped develop school district websites across the state and worked on accessibility and graphic design projects as assigned.
Graphic Designer
Design iQ/Gannett | December 2020 - June 2021
In my role as an advertisement builder for Design iQ, I design and build advertisements that were tailored to the specific needs of each client. This required me to have a strong understanding of different industries and their target audiences.
Graphic Design/Layout Design
The Spectator/Gannett, October 2012 - December 2020
As a layout designer for the Hornell Group newspapers, my responsibilities included creating advertisements and special sections for the newspaper, as well as designing special publications. The position required collaboration with various inter-company departments and community groups to ensure that the final product met everyone’s expectations.
Photographic Editor/Graphic Designer
Carlson’s Studio, November 2009 - December 2010
As the Photography Editor, Studio Assistant, and Graphic Designer for Carlson’s Studio, I was responsible for editing photographs, studio assistant tasks, as well as creating unique designs for senior portraits and marketing material.
Typesetting/Graphic Design
New Life Printers Inc., July - October 2009
Responsibilities included designing logos, creating business cards, newsletters, and other materials. I also assisted with post-production tasks and learn to operate single and two-color presses. The print shop worked collaboratively as a team to ensure the successful completion of projects to create high-quality products.
Graphic Design Internship
Rochester Museum and Science Center, June-August 2008
I was part of a team responsible for creating both short-term and long-term exhibit graphics, as well as additional signage and projects as assigned.
Freelance Projects
Hornell IDA Grant Proposal Team (May 2019)
The Initiative Grant team consisted of the Hornell Industrial Development Agency, City Hall, local business owners and architects. My roll was to design a dynamic and informative document combining graphics, quotes, and imagery to represent the community. This grant awards $10 million to local governments for the revitalization of downtown areas. October of 2019 the city was awarded the grant. (hornelldri.com)
Roberts Wesleyan College
- Finger print graphic to be used on marketing material (2005)
- Marketing Material for Student Video Showing and “Senior Show” (2009)
Chambers Wesleyan Camp
- Web Master (March 2011 - April 2012)
- Marketing Material (2008-2016)
- CNY District Youth Graphic Designer (2011)
- Penn York Women’s Ministries Logo design (2020, 2021)
Honors and Awards
New York Press Association
- 2016 Better Newspaper Contest Third place for Innovative Ad Project
New York State Publishers Association
- 2015 Distinguished Feature Supplement Award of Excellence
- 2015 Distinguished News Supplement Award of Excellence
Roberts Wesleyan University Student Jury Art Shows
- “Turning In” December, 2007
- “In the Loop” March-April 2009 (Third Place Award)
- “Senior Show” Exhibition April-May 2009
Roberts Wesleyan University Track and Field
- Indoor High Jump NCCAA
- All American 2006, 2007 and 2008
- MIP 2007
- Outdoor High Jump Record Holder 2008
Education
Roberts Wesleyan University
B.S. Graphic Design
2005- 2009
2005- 2009