Experiences & accomplishments
Creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer turned Creative Director with over 8 years of experience building and leading brand identities, marketing campaigns, and design teams. Proven track record of delivering innovative visual solutions across digital and print media. Experienced in managing clients, mentoring design teams, and driving creative strategy from concept to execution.
Creative Director
5IVE | Minneapolis, Minnesota | 2022 – 2024
Directed a multidisciplinary creative team in the execution of branding, advertising, and digital campaigns.
Oversaw creative strategy, visual direction, and final output for top-tier clients.
Implemented streamlined workflows that increased team efficiency and client satisfaction.
Art Director
5IVE | Minneapolis, Minnesota | 2020 – 2022
Developed and refined creative concepts across digital, print, and experiential platforms.
Supervised junior designers and ensured consistent execution of brand standards.
Collaborated closely with account and strategy teams on client pitches and project development.
Graphic Designer
5IVE | Minneapolis, Minnesota | 2018 – 2020
Created marketing collateral, social media graphics, and brand identity systems.
Participated in client meetings and design presentations.
Assisted in photography direction and photo editing.
Jr. Graphic Designer
5IVE | Minneapolis, Minnesota | 2017 – 2018
Created marketing collateral, social media graphics, and brand identity systems.
Participated in client meetings and design presentations.
Assisted in photography direction and photo editing.
Graphic Design Intern
Jack Henry Profit Stars | Cedar Falls, IA | 2016 – 2017
Assist designers in the development of advertisements and subpages for the websites of financial institutions.
Gained experience with corporate branding and internal communications.
Webby Awards – Honoree, 2021
Racial Bias in Retail
Art Director & Illustrator
Health + Wellness Design Awards – Medal, 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield Minnesota Social Impact Report 2019
Graphic Designer
American Advertising Awards (DSM, Student) – Gold, 2017
Hearst Lecture Series
Graphic Designer
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Bridge)
Brand Development & Visual Identity
Typography & Layout Design
Video Storyboarding & Art Card Development
Campaign Design & Development (Social, Digital, Print, OOH, Experiential)
Media Planning & Vendor Relations
Creative Strategy & Direction
Team Leadership & Mentoring
Client Communication & Presentation
Project Management (Basecamp, Slack)
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls, IA | 2013 – 2017
Minor: Art History
Experience
Awards & Recognition
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References are available upon request.