Résumé

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Education

Bachelor of Arts

ART HISTORY +
WOMEN’S STUDIES
Allegheny College

Certifications

FRONT END WEB DESIGN
Skillcrush.com
USER EXPERIENCE
General Assembly

Expertise

Graphic Design
Art Direction
Web/UX/UI Design
Digital/Social/Print 
Branding/Logos/Typography
Email Marketing/Banner Ads
Client Relationships
Strategy/Execution
Leadership/Mentorship
Executive/Client Pitches
Collaboration

Tech Skills

Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign XD, Acrobat
Web Management
HTML, CSS, WordPress Squarespace
Social Media Marketing
Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter YouTube, Facebook 
MS Office
MAC / Apple iOS

Summary

I am a forward-thinking senior graphic designer and art director proven to bring bold ideas to life across digital, web, and print mediums for startups and renowned corporations. A collaborative and creative leader, I am adept at communicating a brand’s vision to engage a team to produce its best work, while applying a keen eye for detail to elevate the taste level of all designs. 

Experience

ALPHAGRAPHICS | SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER | MADISON, WI, 3.2019 - 9.2019 

  • Produced and printed high-quality graphic designs and branded materials for versatile clients at international franchisor known for printing services, marketing solutions, graphic design, custom business signs, and banners 


  • Worked closely with clients to quickly determine brand goals and deliver on requests within a fast-paced, high-volume production environment, achieving consistent client satisfaction and repeat business 


  • Collaborated with the Graphic Design Manager and Account Managers from concept through final deliverables for all creative projects


CHANGING THE FACE OF POLITICS | CO-FOUNDER | MADISON, WI, 2017 - 2018 

  • Co-founded cause-driven organization specializing in developing custom branding, digital marketing, and persuasive campaign materials for nonprofit advocacy groups and women candidates running for office

  • Designed original logos, banner ads, t-shirts, print graphics, and web, digital, and social media marketing materials for candidates including: Chris Taylor, Wisconsin 76th Assembly District, Kris Marion for Wisconsin State Senate and Pamela Boozer-Strother for Prince George’s County Maryland School Board


LANDS’ END | ART DIRECTOR, INTERNATIONAL | DODGEVILLE, WI, 2011 - 2016 

Earned several title increases at Lands’ End, from Art Director of Men’s (2011 - 2012) to Art Director of Women’s Plus Sizes (2012 - 2014) to Art Director of International for multiple brands (2014 - 2016)

  • Designed engaging layouts and covers, organized photo shoots, and determined photography needs for high-volume production of print publications distributed across the UK, Germany, and France

  • Cultivated exceptional relationships with senior executives, creative directors, and international teams while working remotely at Lands’ End US-based headquarters

  • Conceptualized and managed global assets, ensuring a cohesive look and feel across all territories

  • Recommended process improvements to optimize internal efficiencies and workflows

  • Motivated teams to remain positive and flexible during several CEO transitions

  • Attended photo shoots and presented photo look books at milestone meetings

  • Meticulously proofed catalogs and approved all final pages, ensuring zero errors prior to print


UW-MADISON | LEAD GRAPHIC DESIGNER | MADISON, WI, 2007 - 2010 

  • Produced original website designs and promotional materials for several university departments, while mentoring 5+ student designers and interns

  • Stayed on with the University as a Freelance Graphic Designer in 2010 prior to recruitment by Lands’ End


THE ARTFUL HOME | ASST. PRODUCTION MANAGER | MADISON, WI, 2006 - 2007 

  • Managed Photo Retoucher and oversaw layouts and typography for an online fine art distributor


DULUTH TRADING COMPANY | WEBSITE DESIGNER | MADISON, WI, 2005 - 2006 

  • Developed email marketing materials, driving high-volume web traffic and strong click-through rates


OLILLE DESIGN, LLC | OWNER | MADISON, WI, 2001 - 2005 

  • Launched an award-winning freelance design business, providing custom logos, business cards, branding, print materials, and more for clients including Lands’ End, American Girl, and SERRV International


AMERICAN GIRL | ART DIRECTOR, E-COMMERCE | MADISON, WI, 1998 - 2001 

  • Promoted to American Girl’s first-ever E-commerce Art Director position, with responsibility for producing engaging product photography and directing concept/design for online shopping experiences and email marketing, generating a 30% increase in online sales after first years of launch

  • While Associate Art Director of Book Development, ideated and led the execution of historically accurate illustrations for several American Girl books