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I am an experienced professional in graphic design and visual communication with a strong academic background and over two decades of teaching, professional, and artistic practice. I have worked as a professor across several institutions, developed curricula, advised students, and led departmental projects. My work integrates traditional and digital techniques with a focus on typography, illustration, and portfolio development.
Beyond academia, I have held roles in graphic artistry, produced extensive digital content, and actively participate in the art community through exhibitions, publications, and presentations. I maintain a passion for innovation in pedagogy, social collaboration, and art as a means of storytelling and cultural dialogue.
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Work Experience
Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Concord University
August 1, 2024 - PresentResponsible for teaching all levels of graphic design courses, developing and assessing curriculum, advising students, and serving on the Online Education Committee.
Visiting Professor of Graphic Design at Gardner-Webb University
July 31, 2024 - August 16, 2025Taught all graphic design studio courses including GD I through Portfolio.
Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Trevecca Nazarene University
August 31, 2023 - August 16, 2025Taught Graphic Design & Imaging I and II, Digital Typography, Social Media & Digital Marketing, Digital Illustration, and Portfolio Assessment courses.
Adjunct Professor of Art at Northeast State Community College
December 31, 2022 - August 16, 2025Responsible for teaching introductory art, drawing, and graphic design courses.
Adjunct Professor of Graphic Design at East Tennessee State University
May 31, 2021 - August 16, 2025Taught Graphic Design Theory and Typography courses online synchronously during COVID-19 pandemic.
Associate Professor of Graphic Design at University of Mount Olive
December 31, 2020 - August 16, 2025Taught all levels of graphic design courses, developed and assessed curriculum, advised students, maintained departmental web pages, served on committees, and coordinated special events and field trips. Created tutorial videos for online course delivery due to the pandemic.
Assistant Professor of Art (Graphic Design) at Mercer University
June 30, 2015 - August 16, 2025Taught various art and graphic design courses, participated in curriculum development and assessment, coordinated and managed graphic design major and Mac Lab, created promotional graphics and tutorials, archived digital portfolios, and supported senior shows.
Assistant Professor of Art & Visual Communication at Mount Olive College
May 31, 2013 - August 16, 2025Taught design and illustration courses, participated in curriculum development and assessment, advised students, and served on multiple college committees.
Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Chattanooga State Community College
May 31, 2009 - August 16, 2025Taught a variety of design and advertising courses, participated in curriculum review, served on committees, advised students, implemented a font management system, coordinated student field trips, and initiated real-world design projects for local clients.
Graphic Design Instructor at Art Institute of Charlotte
June 30, 2006 - August 16, 2025Taught foundation and upper-level design courses including typography, corporate identity, portfolio preparation and image manipulation. Served on multiple committees and advised 40-50 students per quarter.
Adjunct English Instructor at Armstrong Atlantic State University
December 31, 2001 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition I & II courses.
English Instructor at Emmanuel College
July 31, 2000 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition I & II and English Literature I, served as freshman advisor, chaired the Cultural Awareness Program committee, and was graphics editor of the campus literary magazine.
Adjunct Instructor of English at N.E. State Technical Community College
May 31, 1996 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition course (English 112).
Adjunct Instructor of English at ETSU/Kingsport Center
May 31, 1996 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition course (English 1110).
Adjunct Instructor of English at King College
May 31, 1996 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition I & II and Developmental English courses.
Graphic Artist at Johnson City Medical Center — Public Relations Dept.
December 31, 1995 - August 16, 2025Created, edited, and designed medical forms, brochures, posters, and marketing pieces. Developed a job-tracking system to maximize productivity and reduce costs. Collaborated with printers for major marketing projects including annual reports and direct mail campaigns.
Graduate Assistant at East Tennessee State University Dept. of English
May 31, 1994 - August 16, 2025Served as Editor-in-chief of Mockingbird, the campus art & literary magazine.
Typesetter at PIP Printing, Chesapeake, VA
August 31, 1993 - August 16, 2025Handled typesetting jobs including brochures, resumes, fliers, menus, tickets, and other printed material.
Computer Graphics Specialist at Automated Sciences Group, Inc., Oak Ridge, TN
August 31, 1992 - August 16, 2025Designed and created displays, logos, illustrations, and business graphics for government and commercial clients. Coordinated, wrote, and edited a quarterly newsletter. Produced computer-based slide shows for marketing. Provided graphics support for Department of Energy Strategic Task Force in Washington, D.C., for three months.
Computer Graphics Specialist at COR, Inc., Oak Ridge, TN
April 30, 1990 - August 16, 2025Designed and created displays, logos, illustrations, and business graphics for government and commercial clients. Produced marketing materials.
Graphic Artist at Uno Advertising Specialties, Bristol, VA
November 30, 1988 - August 16, 2025Prepared artwork for screen-printed items including caps, shirts, aprons, ponchos, and umbrellas. Created logos for clients, packaged advertising items for shipping, and digitized artwork for embroidered items.
Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Concord University
August 1, 2024 - PresentTeaching all levels of graphic design courses, developing and assessing curriculum, advising students, and serving on the Online Education Committee.
Visiting Professor of Graphic Design at Gardner-Webb University
July 31, 2024 - August 16, 2025Teaching all graphic design studio courses including GD I, GD II, GD III, GD IV, and Portfolio.
Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Trevecca Nazarene University
August 1, 2023 - August 16, 2025Taught Graphic Design & Imaging I and II, Digital Typography, Social Media & Digital Marketing, Digital Illustration, and Portfolio Assessment courses.
Adjunct Professor of Art at Northeast State Community College
December 31, 2022 - August 16, 2025Taught Intro. to Art, Drawing II, and Graphic Design courses.
Adjunct Professor of Graphic Design at East Tennessee State University
May 1, 2021 - August 16, 2025Taught Graphic Design Theory and Typography courses online synchronously during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Associate Professor of Graphic Design at University of Mount Olive
December 31, 2020 - August 16, 2025Taught all levels of graphic design courses, developed and assessed curriculum, advised students, maintained departmental web pages, served on faculty committees, and developed online content during the pandemic.
Assistant Professor of Art [Graphic Design] at Mercer University
June 30, 2015 - August 16, 2025Taught drawing, illustration, typography, layout design, and art history. Coordinated the graphic design major and Mac Lab. Participated in curriculum development, assessment, and departmental/colege service.
Assistant Professor of Art & Visual Communication at Mount Olive College
May 31, 2013 - August 16, 2025Taught design, illustration, typography, graphic design, internships, and portfolio development. Participated in curriculum development, student advising, and college committees.
Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Chattanooga State Community College
May 31, 2009 - August 16, 2025Taught foundational and advanced courses including foundations, illustration, typography, portfolio, advertising design, and special topics. Contributed to curriculum review, faculty senate, academic standards, student advising, and real-world client projects.
Graphic Design Instructor at Art Institute of Charlotte
June 30, 2006 - August 16, 2025Taught foundation and upper-level design courses such as typography, 3D design, corporate identity, publication design, portfolio preparation, digital illustration, and image manipulation. Served on multiple faculty committees and advised students.
Adjunct English Instructor at Armstrong Atlantic State University
December 31, 2001 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition I & II.
English Instructor at Emmanuel College
July 31, 2000 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition and English Literature courses, served as freshman advisor, chaired Cultural Awareness Program committee, and was graphics editor of campus literary magazine.
Adjunct Instructor of English at Northeast State Technical Community College
May 1, 1996 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition courses.
Adjunct Instructor of English at ETSU/Kingsport Center
May 1, 1996 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition courses.
Adjunct Instructor of English at King College
May 1, 1996 - August 16, 2025Taught Freshman Composition I & II and Developmental English.
Graphic Artist at Johnson City Medical Center — Public Relations Dept.
December 31, 1995 - August 16, 2025Created, edited, and designed medical forms, brochures, posters, and marketing pieces. Developed a job-tracking system and collaborated with printers on major marketing projects.
Graduate Assistant at East Tennessee State University Dept. of English
May 31, 1994 - August 16, 2025Served as Editor-in-chief of Mockingbird, the campus art & literary magazine.
Typesetter at PIP Printing
August 31, 1993 - August 16, 2025Responsible for all typesetting jobs including brochures, resumes, fliers, menus, tickets, and other printed material.
Computer Graphics Specialist at Automated Sciences Group, Inc.
August 31, 1992 - August 16, 2025Designed displays, logos, illustrations, and business graphics for government and commercial clients. Coordinated newsletter and produced marketing slide-shows. Provided graphics support for Department of Energy task force.
Computer Graphics Specialist at COR, Inc.
April 30, 1990 - August 16, 2025Designed displays, logos, illustrations, and business graphics for government and commercial clients. Produced marketing materials.
Graphic Artist at Uno Advertising Specialties
November 30, 1988 - August 16, 2025Prepared artwork for screen-printed items, created logos for clients, packaged advertising items, and digitized artwork for embroidery.
Education
MFA at SCAD
October 20, 2000 - August 20, 2002M.F.A. in Graphic Design at Savannah College of Art & Design
September 1, 2002 - May 1, 2003M.A. at East Tennessee State University
August 1, 1994 - May 1, 1995B.A. at East Tennessee State University
August 1, 1983 - May 1, 1987A.A. at Emmanuel College
August 1, 1984 - June 1, 1985M.F.A. in Graphic Design at Savannah College of Art & Design
September 1, 2002 - August 16, 2025M.A. at East Tennessee State University
January 1, 1995 - May 1, 1995B.A. at East Tennessee State University
January 1, 1987 - May 1, 1987A.A. at Emmanuel College
January 1, 1985 - June 1, 1985Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare
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