I am a self-starter freelance graphic designer. I pride myself on my listening skills and providing appropriate, sophisticated solutions to visual communication problems. In addition to my graphic design skills, I am proficient in project management and have good client relations.
I have worked on projects from small local businesses to nationally-known companies including Amazon.com, Fidelity National Insurance Title, Forever Resorts, Hunter Douglas, Kemper Sports, Nike, Shell Vacation Club, ShowerStart, Southbridge Restaurants, and more.
One of my main interests is sustainability. I try to incorporate "green" possibilities in projects, and everyday life.
When I’m not designing, I enjoy the outdoors with my boyfriend Adam and rescue mutts Dixie and Buddy. I’m also a co-leader of an out-reach Girl Scout troop in South Phoenix.
Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer
Scottsdale, Arizona | Spring 2004 – present
Fusion Group USA
Phoenix, Arizona | Fall 2006 – Winter 2007
Graphic Designer
Tieken:Moret Design & Marketing
Phoenix, Arizona | Fall 2006 – Winter 2007
Production Designer
Tieken:Moret Design & Marketing
Phoenix, Arizona | Spring 2006
Graphic Design Intern
Prisma Graphic Corporation
Phoenix, Arizona | Spring 2005
Graphic Design Intern in Pre-Press Department
Vital Processing Services
Tempe, Arizona | Winter 2004 – Summer 2005
Graphic Design Intern in Marketing Department
Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona | Graduated Spring 2006
Bachelor of Science in Design
Major Graphic Design, Minor Communications
ASU 2004 Summer Abroad Program: Design & Context – Italy & Switzerland
Organizations
American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA)
Fall 2004 – present
Professional member
the professional association for design; committed to furthering excellence in design as a broadly-defined discipline, strategic tool for business and cultural force
Design Can Change Pledger
In my professional practice, I will endeavor to:
Learn: Engage in the topic and seek to understand the issue
Think: Make a sustainable mindset second nature
Act: Put my knowledge to use in my daily work
Inform: Share information and build awareness for sustainability
Unite: Spark change through collective strength
Girl Scouts of the USA, Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, Inc
Fall 1988 – present
Assistant Leader to Troop 2109; Adult member
helped establish Outreach Troop 2109 in South Phoenix Fall 1998
References
Available upon request