Visionary design professional with extensive experience working in the federal government. An exceptional portfolio reflecting 20 years of design excellence. Demonstrated expertise in the creative and production aspects of print, online, social media, video, and photography. Outstanding communication and presentation skills. A hands-on leader with a track record of being a problem solver and a diplomat.
career progression
Artist
U.S. Government Accountability Office, Washington, DC
June 2013 – Present
Provide creative design and social media support to the Office of Public Affairs and other divisions.
Areas of Expertise: Creative direction, graphic design, social media outreach, Internet content development, project management, photography and video, and strategic planning.
• Design graphic products and strategies for reports, documents, and marketing materials
• Develop agency social media efforts and webchat series
• Advise clients on design, content, and production for communication materials
• Create custom infographics in support of agency research
• Provide photo and video support for special projects and events
• Maintain contact and provide regular updates to clients and agency officials
Art Director
May 2003 – May 2013
Directed all creative elements of a monthly magazine, including commercial printing, online distribution, and social media outreach.
Areas of Expertise: Creative direction, graphic design, commercial printing, social media strategies, and contract management.
• Designed cover artwork, page layouts, digital images, and supporting graphics
• Created content for multiple social media platforms
• Oversaw the proofing, prepress, and commercial printing processes
• Managed budgets, vendor contracts and databases
• Assisted staff members in the development of story ideas
Director of Marketing and Communications
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, Washington, DC
June 2001 – May 2003
Managed the communications and merchandise portfolio for a national non-profit memorial.
Areas of Expertise: Graphic design, Internet strategies, advertising, merchandising, special events, written communications, and strategic planning.
• Produced innovative newsletters, catalogs, postcards, and brochures
• Arranged logistics for public and private ceremonies
• Cultivated productive relationships with members of the local and national media
• Directed the activity of vendors, contractors and interns
Senior Desktop Publisher
Metromedia Restaurant Group, Plano, TX
May 1999 – April 2001
Served as team manager and lead designer for an in-house design department supporting four national restaurant brands.
Areas of Expertise: Graphic design, commercial printing, staff supervision and mentoring, training, brand development, global project coordination, and Internet strategies.
• Designed advertisements, logos, signage, menus, and training materials
• Supervised the day-to-day workload and development of the design team
• Developed an efficient in-house digital archiving system
• Reviewed and approved production proofs of all materials with vendors
Marketing Coordinator
Pritchett and Associates Publishing, Dallas, TX
May 1998 – April 1999
Performed project management responsibilities in publishing and direct mail programs for an international consulting firm.
Areas of Expertise: Graphic design, commercial printing, direct mail, budget and contract management, strategic planning, and global project development.
• Designed innovative packaging materials, flyers, and order forms
• Oversaw the production and distribution for an international mail program
• Monitored sales and inventory to forecast production requirements
Graphic Designer/Webmaster
Jackson Hospital, Montgomery, AL
August 1995 – April 1998
As a member of the public relations team, served as primary designer of printed materials and site administrator the hospital web site.
Areas of Expertise: Graphic design, Internet content development, special events, signage, and commercial printing.
• Created publications, annual reports, advertisements, brochures, forms, and signage
• Collected, edited, and coded existing content for use online
• Organized special events for hospital staff members
education, associations and technical skills
Huntingdon College, Montgomery, AL
Bachelor of Arts, Fine Art, May 1997
Member of Society of Publication Designers, American Institute of Graphic Arts, National Association of Government Communicators, and National Association of Photoshop Professionals
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash, Premiere, and Acrobat), QuarkXPress, and Microsoft Office. Highly skilled using HTML and CSS programming languages