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Currently serving as an art teacher at Visitation Catholic School, merging over 15 years of experience as a graphic designer with a passion for nurturing creativity in students. Focused on integrating both traditional and digital art techniques into a curriculum that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and a deep appreciation for the arts, all while aligning with Catholic values. Contributions include developing engaging, skill-building lessons that inspire students to explore their creative potential.
As a freelance marketing graphic designer for a Catholic elementary school and a graphic designer for TOKYOPOP, actively craft visually compelling content across digital platforms, leveraging expertise in creative concept design, color theory, and branding. Dedicated to maintaining a cohesive brand presence while empowering communities through art and storytelling.
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Work Experience
Senior Creative Designer II at InBody – Cerritos, CA
March 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023Interpreted complex biomedical technology into compelling visual narratives and captivating design solutions that drove the company’s mission forward. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing strategists, product development, clinical researchers, and account managers. Ensured consistent brand identity across print and digital marketing collateral.
Senior Designer at MLE, Inc. by Stratus - Elmhurst, IL
April 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Translated brands into large-scale installation experiences through renovation and signage design projects across the country. Oversaw all design projects from conceptual brand books to final printed deliverables shipping on time. Ensured the promotion of the brand through delivering high-quality pieces on tight deadlines.
Production Manager at Color Image - Chicago, IL
August 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020Managed end-to-end print production processes, including pre-press setup, printing, finishing, kit packing, and quality control to dispatch wide-format in-store display graphics for retail and entertainment industries. Coordinated project timelines, employee work schedules, staffing requirements, and inventory. Led teams of 5-10 employees to sort and pack printed deliverables, ensuring consistent top-notch results.
Project Manager at 3D Exhibits - Schaumburg, IL
July 1, 2017 - August 31, 2019Oversaw production of custom-designed trade show booths for B2B/B2C companies in commercial, entertainment, and medical health industries. Successfully managed multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Guided CAD engineers, carpenters, electricians, vendors, and courier services. Secured construction materials from vendors. Completed certification training for AutoCAD fundamentals.
Production Graphic Designer at 3D Exhibits - Schaumburg, IL
August 1, 2010 - August 31, 2019Screened client art files, authored pre-flight proofs for printing large-scale graphics for custom trade show booths. Enhanced client artwork through design edits, photo retouching, resolution improvement, and integrated crop or die lines. Coordinated with third-party print vendors to meet expectations and delivery timelines. Generated custom-designed graphics consistent with client brand guidelines. Overhauled standard operating procedures shortening timelines and enhancing design standards. Mentored four new hires expanding the department. Delivered multiple projects with high attention to detail exceeding expectations.
Senior Creative Designer II at InBody
August 1, 2023 - September 5, 2025Interpreted complex biomedical technology into visual narratives and design solutions; collaborated with cross-functional teams including marketing strategists, product development, clinical researchers, and account managers; ensured brand identity consistency across print and digital collateral.
Senior Designer at MLE, Inc. by Stratus
December 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025Translated brands into large-scale installation experiences through renovation and signage design projects nationwide. Oversaw all design projects from concept brand books to final printed deliverables, ensuring on-time delivery under tight deadlines.
Production Manager at Color Image
June 1, 2020 - September 5, 2025Managed end-to-end print production processes, including pre-press setup, printing, finishing, kit packing, and quality control to dispatch wide-format in-store display graphics for retail and entertainment industries. Coordinated timelines, staffing, and inventory; led teams of 5-10 to ensure top-notch results.
Project Manager at 3D Exhibits
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Oversaw the production of custom-designed trade show booths, guiding CAD engineers, carpenters, electricians, third-party vendors, and courier services. Secured construction materials and managed multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Production Graphic Designer at 3D Exhibits
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Screened client art files, authored pre-flight proofs for large-scale graphics; performed design edits, photo retouching, resolution improvements, and die-line integration. Verified outputs with third-party print vendors; developed custom graphics aligned with brand guidelines. Overhauled SOPs, mentored new hires, and delivered multiple projects with meticulous attention to detail.
Senior Creative Designer II at InBody
August 1, 2023 - September 5, 2025Interpreted complex biomedical technology into compelling visual narratives and design solutions that advanced the company's mission. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including marketing strategists, product development, clinical researchers, and account managers to ensure brand consistency across print and digital collateral.
Senior Designer at MLE, Inc. by Stratus
December 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025Translated brands into large-scale installation experiences, overseeing renovation and signage design projects nationwide. Managed all design work from conceptual brand books to final printed deliverables and on-time shipping. Ensured high-quality pieces delivered under tight deadlines while promoting brand identity.
Production Manager at Color Image
June 1, 2020 - September 5, 2025Managed end-to-end print production processes, including pre-press setup, printing, finishing, kit packing and quality control, to dispatch wide-format in-store display graphics for the retail and entertainment industries. Coordinated project timelines, employee work schedules, staffing requirements, and inventory. Led teams of 5-10 employees to sort and pack printed deliverables, ensuring consistent top-notch results.
Project Manager at 3D Exhibits
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Oversaw the production of custom-designed trade show booths for B2B/B2C companies across commercial, entertainment, and medical health sectors. Organized multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; guided CAD engineers, carpenters, electricians, third-party vendors, and courier services. Secured construction materials from vendors and completed AutoCAD fundamentals training.
Production Graphic Designer at 3D Exhibits
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Screened client art files, authored pre-flight proofs for printing large-format graphics for custom trade show booths. Improved client artwork through edits, photo retouching, resolution enhancement, and crop/die-line integration. Verified with third-party print vendors to ensure on-time delivery and brand guideline adherence. Mentored four new hires and helped expand the department.
Senior Creative Designer II at InBody
August 1, 2023 - September 5, 2025Interpreted complex biomedical technology into compelling visual narratives and captivating design solutions that drove the company’s mission forward. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing strategists, product development, clinical researchers, and account managers. Ensured consistent brand identity across print and digital marketing collateral.
Senior Designer at MLE, Inc. by Stratus
December 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025Translating brands into large-scale installation experiences, through renovation and signage design projects across the country. Overseeing all design projects, from conceptual brand books to the final printed deliverables shipping on time. Ensure the promotion of the brand through delivering high quality pieces on tight deadlines.
Production Manager at Color Image
June 1, 2020 - September 5, 2025Managed end-to-end print production processes, including pre-press setup, printing, finishing, kit packing and quality control, to dispatch wide-format in-store display graphics for the retail and entertainment industries. Coordinated project timelines, employee work schedules, staffing requirements, and inventory. Lead teams of 5-10 employees to sort and pack printed deliverables, ensuring performance to consistently deliver top-notch results.
Project Manager at 3D Exhibits
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Oversaw the production of custom-designed trade show booths for B2B/B2C companies, commercial, entertainment, and medical health industries. Successfully organized multiple projects at once in a fast-paced work environment. Guided CAD engineers, carpenters, electricians, third-party vendors, and courier services. Secured construction materials, such as lumber, paint or stain, hardware, and carpet from vendors. Completed certification training for AutoCAD software fundamentals.
Production Graphic Designer at 3D Exhibits
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Screened client art files and authored pre-flight proofs for printing large-scale graphics for custom trade show booths. Strengthened client artwork through design edits, photo retouching, improve poor resolution, and integrate crop or die lines. Verified with third-party print vendors to match expectations and delivery within a project’s timeline. Generated custom-designed graphics, interpreted by the client’s brand guidelines. Overhauled the department’s standard operating procedures, shortening timelines and enhancing design standards. Mentored four new hires through onboarding, expanding the department twofold. Executed multiple projects, demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, and surpassed expectations.
Senior Creative Designer II at InBody – Cerritos, CA
August 1, 2023 - September 5, 2025Interpreted complex biomedical technology into compelling visual narratives and design solutions; collaborated with cross-functional teams including marketing strategists, product development, clinical researchers, and account managers; ensured consistent brand identity across print and digital marketing collateral.
Senior Designer at MLE, Inc. by Stratus – Elmhurst, IL
December 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025Translated brands into large-scale installation experiences, overseeing design projects from conceptual brand books to final printed deliverables and shipping on time; ensured brand promotion through high-quality pieces under tight deadlines.
Production Manager at Color Image - Chicago, IL
June 1, 2020 - September 5, 2025Managed end-to-end print production processes, including pre-press setup, printing, finishing, kit packing and quality control; dispatched wide-format in-store display graphics; coordinated timelines, staffing, and inventory; led teams of 5-10 to deliver top-notch results.
Project Manager at 3D Exhibits – Schaumburg, IL
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Oversaw the production of custom-designed trade show booths; guided CAD engineers, carpenters, electricians, third-party vendors, and courier services; secured construction materials and ensured on-time delivery; completed AutoCAD fundamentals certification.
Production Graphic Designer at 3D Exhibits – Schaumburg, IL
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Screened client art files and authored pre-flight proofs for printing large-scale graphics; performed design edits, photo retouching, resolution improvements, and crop/die-line integration; maintained brand guidelines and improved SOPs; mentored new hires.
Senior Creative Designer II at InBody
August 1, 2023 - September 5, 2025Interpreted complex biomedical technology into compelling visual narratives and design solutions; collaborated with cross-functional teams including marketing strategists, product development, clinical researchers, and account managers; ensured consistent brand identity across print and digital collateral.
Senior Designer at MLE, Inc. by Stratus
December 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025Translated brands into large-scale installation experiences through renovation and signage design projects nationwide; oversaw all design phases from conceptual brand books to final printed deliverables shipping on time; ensured promotion of the brand through delivering high quality pieces on tight deadlines.
Production Manager at Color Image
June 1, 2020 - September 5, 2025Managed end-to-end print production processes for wide-format in-store display graphics for retail and entertainment industries; coordinated project timelines, employee work schedules, staffing requirements, and inventory; led teams of 5-10 to sort and pack printed deliverables, ensuring top-notch results.
Project Manager at 3D Exhibits
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Oversaw the production of custom-designed trade show booths for B2B/B2C, commercial, entertainment, and medical health industries; guided CAD engineers, carpenters, electricians, third-party vendors, and courier services; secured construction materials from vendors; completed AutoCAD certification.
Production Graphic Designer at 3D Exhibits
August 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025Screened client art files and authored pre-flight proofs for printing large-format graphics for custom trade show booths; performed edits, photo retouching, and crop/die-line integration; verified third-party print vendors to match expectations and timelines; generated graphics aligned with brand guidelines and mentored new hires while improving SOPs.
Education
BFA at Columbia College – Chicago, IL
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004AAS at Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, IL
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000BFA at Columbia College – Chicago, IL
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007AAS Graphic Design at Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, IL
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010BFA Fine Art & Illustration at Columbia College – Chicago, IL
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007AAS Graphic Design at Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, IL
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010BFA Fine Art & Illustration at Columbia College – Chicago, IL
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2007AAS Graphic Design at Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, IL
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010BFA Fine Art & Illustration at Columbia College – Chicago, IL
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007AAS Graphic Design at Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, IL
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010BFA Fine Art & Illustration at Columbia College – Chicago, IL
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007AAS Graphic Design at Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg, IL
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010Qualifications
AutoCAD Fundamentals Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025AutoCAD Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025AutoCAD Fundamentals Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025AutoCAD Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025Industry Experience
Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Other
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