I am an experienced Graphic Designer, Illustrator, and Copywriter working with non-profit organizations and small businesses. I specialize in the design and production of print publications, magazines, annual reports, brochures and print collateral, as well as logos, branding, presentations, and social media content. I have worked extensively in academic, corporate, and agency settings, collaborating with a wide range of clients from educational publishers to Fortune 500 companies, and have a strong background in managing design projects, and team leadership.

I am an experienced Graphic Designer, Illustrator, and Copywriter working with non-profit organizations and small businesses. I specialize in the design and production of print publications, magazines, annual reports, brochures and print collateral, as well as logos, branding, presentations, and social media content. I have worked extensively in academic, corporate, and agency settings, collaborating with a wide range of clients from educational publishers to Fortune 500 companies, and have a strong background in managing design projects, and team leadership.

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I am an experienced Graphic Designer, Illustrator, and Copywriter working with non-profit organizations and small businesses. I specialize in the design and production of print publications, magazines, annual reports, brochures and print collateral, as well as logos, branding, presentations, and social media content.

I have worked extensively in academic, corporate, and agency settings, collaborating with a wide range of clients from educational publishers to Fortune 500 companies, and have a strong background in managing design projects, and team leadership.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer, Illustrator, and Copywriter at Freelance / Self-Employed
May 1, 2023 - Present
Design and prepress production of various printed and digital materials including publications, annual reports, catalogs, and print collateral. Develop presentations, social media content, websites, original logos, and style guides to maintain brand identity. Create illustrations for book covers, editorials, and infographics using digital and traditional media. Responsible for copywriting and content development for manuals, advertisements, presentations, and social media. Establish advertising campaigns for small businesses and non-profit organizations. Teach drawing and design classes for teens and adults. Specialized in serving non-profit organizations and small business clients.
Professor of Graphic Design and Illustration at University of Findlay, Findlay, OH
May 1, 2023 - August 19, 2025
Created and taught seven distinct graphic design courses including Typography, Illustration, Website Design, and History of Visual Communication. Directed modules on branding, publications, advertising, menus, packaging, photography, copyright law, and design business practices focused on design thinking. Provided hands-on instruction in Adobe applications and Microsoft Office tools; produced a large set of instructional presentations and video tutorials. Supervised a group of 28 student designers, managed design workflow, critiques, portfolio development, and career planning. Collaborated with non-profit clients to create marketing materials. Managed social media accounts for the visual art program and gallery. Contributed to accreditation activities and managed a 20-computer lab budget and IT hardware/software procurement.
Professor of Art and Design at Chowan University, Murfreesboro, NC
May 1, 2008 - August 19, 2025
Taught courses in Graphic Design, Figure Drawing, and Art History. Served as network administrator for 14-station computer lab. Participated in professional development funding decisions and academic integrity and curriculum appeals committees.
Senior Designer at Murray Multimedia Marketing, Blairstown, NJ
August 1, 2002 - August 19, 2025
Developed concepts and produced materials for print, web, and interactive animated digital media. Planned user experience strategy, designed graphic user interfaces, and coded websites. Collaborated with Fortune 500 clients on B2B and B2C campaigns. Created editorial illustrations and infographics. Supervised photoshoots and managed project workflows including pre-press and digital printing. Hired and trained interns.
Art Director at J. Friedman Associates Advertising, Florham Park, NJ
October 1, 1998 - August 19, 2025
Developed concepts, designed, and produced advertising materials such as logos, brochures, catalogs, and annual reports. Managed vendors, printers, photographers, and freelance designers. Handled copywriting for advertising headlines and body copy. Directed architectural photoshoots and provided expert photo retouching.

Education

Master of Fine Art in Graphic Design and Illustration at Marywood University
July 27, 2007
Thesis topic: History of Advertising in Agricultural and Rural American Markets.
Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Illustration at Marywood University, Scranton, PA
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2007
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration at Cleveland Institute of Art, Cleveland, OH
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025

Qualifications

Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honor Society
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025
Advertising and Society - Duke University/Coursera
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025
Art Education, Adult Learning - Rutgers University
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025
Art of Picture Books - University of Findlay
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025
History of Photography - University of Findlay
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025
Copyright Law for Librarians and Educators - Duke University/Coursera
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025
Letterpress - AIGA
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2025

Industry Experience

Other, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment