Education

Ferris State University, Big Rapids, Michigan
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design May, 2010, GPA 3.33

• FSU Dean’s List, 4 years
• AIGA, the professional association for design, member since 2008
• AIGA Ferris State University Student Group president 2008–2011

Experience

re:group, Ann Arbor, Michigan
November 2011–Present
Senior Art Director

As senior art director, I have many responsibilities in the areas of print, web, broadcast. In the beginning months of my tenure at re:group, I helped develop concepts and creative for pitches that helped the company acquire two of their newest clients; DTE Energy, and Citizens Bank. Since coming to re:group I have become the main web designer and developer for any clients requiring creative in this area. Other responsibilities also extend to laying out advertisements across multiple mediums, overseeing the print production of certain jobs, and helping in the development of proposals for prospective clients.

Brilliance Audio Inc., Grand Haven, Michigan
July 2010–November 2011
Graphic Designer

As a family company of Amazon.com, I was quickly acclimated to the busy atmosphere and handling multiple, simultaneous deadlines. My responsibilities include: the designing of audiobook covers, product development, and working with the creative materials coordinator on the acquisition and creation for various web and print marketing materials such as: promotional imagery, e-blasts, and e-newsletters.

Design Project Center, Ferris State University
August 2009–April 2010
Graphic Designer

Worked as graphic designer on five-person team to develop concepts, and execute solutions for the Grand Rapids Student Advancement Foundation. Both print and web pieces were developed for their annual event, MindShare. Design pieces included: self-mailer, invitation, RSVP card, guest announcement, envelopes, digital kiosk display, and numerous environmental graphics, including a wayfinding system.

Charleston Magazine, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
May 2009–August 2009
Web Intern

Worked as web intern directly with web developer and web programmer. Updated the CMS and edited the CSS for the online versions of the company’s print publications. I also participated in various design projects working within identity guidelines.