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I'm a designer who has made a pivot to book design, from a previous career in the film industry. Working in the camera department, I developed an eye for composition, color, texture, and detail on each production; skills I brings to book design. I have built a portfolio of book covers, as well as miscellaneous designs. I enjoy exploring a variety of styles and finding ways to best bring a story to life, and am actively adding new designs to my catalogue. I have a B.A. in Screen Arts and Cultures from the University of Michigan’s film program, where I also focused on sociological and gender studies. I earned an M.S. from Pace University’s publishing program. In my free time, I enjoy live music, board games and birdwatching with my cat.…I'm a designer who has made a pivot to book design, from a previous career in the film industry. Working in the camera department, I developed an eye for composition, color, texture, and detail on each production; skills I brings to book design. I have built a portfolio of book covers, as well as miscellaneous designs. I enjoy exploring a variety of styles and finding ways to best bring a story to life, and am actively adding new designs to my catalogue. I have a B.A. in Screen Arts and Cultures from the University of Michigan’s film program, where I also focused on sociological and gender studies. I earned an M.S. from Pace University’s publishing program. In my free time, I enjoy live music, board games and birdwatching with my cat.

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I'm a designer who has made a pivot to book design, from a previous career in the film industry. Working in the camera department, I developed an eye for composition, color, texture, and detail on each production; skills I brings to book design. I have built a portfolio of book covers, as well as miscellaneous designs. I enjoy exploring a variety of styles and finding ways to best bring a story to life, and am actively adding new designs to my catalogue. I have a B.A. in Screen Arts and Cultures from the University of Michigan’s film program, where I also focused on sociological and gender studies. I earned an M.S. from Pace University’s publishing program. In my free time, I enjoy live music, board games and birdwatching with my cat.…I'm a designer who has made a pivot to book design, from a previous career in the film industry. Working in the camera department, I developed an eye for composition, color, texture, and detail on each production; skills I brings to book design. I have built a portfolio of book covers, as well as miscellaneous designs. I enjoy exploring a variety of styles and finding ways to best bring a story to life, and am actively adding new designs to my catalogue. I have a B.A. in Screen Arts and Cultures from the University of Michigan’s film program, where I also focused on sociological and gender studies. I earned an M.S. from Pace University’s publishing program. In my free time, I enjoy live music, board games and birdwatching with my cat.

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I’m a designer who has made a pivot to book design, from a previous career in the film industry. Working in the camera department, I developed an eye for composition, color, texture, and detail on each production; skills I brings to book design. I have built a portfolio of book covers, as well as miscellaneous designs. I enjoy exploring a variety of styles and finding ways to best bring a story to life, and am actively adding new designs to my catalogue.

I have a B.A. in Screen Arts and Cultures from the University of Michigan’s film program, where I also focused on sociological and gender studies. I earned an M.S. from Pace University’s publishing program. In my free time, I enjoy live music, board games and birdwatching with my cat.

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Work Experience

Holiday Barista (Temp) at Barnes & Noble

November 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026

Served dozens of customers per hour; took orders, operated register, prepared drinks (lattes, brewed coffee, tea, etc.) and food (sandwiches, bagels, etc.); baked pastries as needed; kept cafe stocked, clean, and contents fresh.

Book Cover Designer at Independent (Freelance)

June 1, 2025 - Present

Design book covers for independent authors, with author consultation, at least 3 variations, and revisions.

Social Media Intern at The Gryphon Press

September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024

Designed and posted social media content weekly, promoting children’s picture books: graphics, videos, standalone and series.

Training Assistant at ACS Workforce Institute with CUNY SPS

March 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Provided tech support for virtual and in-person internal training. Worked with building staff, trainers, actors, and supervisors.

Visitor Services Associate at The Museum of the City of New York

March 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023

Sold and validated tickets for dozens to hundreds of visitors a day. Worked in two museum shops; helped customers, processed sales, restocked, made change for cash registers, handled opening and closing the shops and admissions desk.

Streaming Operator at Wall Street Webcasting

October 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023

Streamed, monitored and recorded investor conferences, with an average of 10 sessions per shift. Clients included CBS, Netflix, NBC, HBO, etc.

Film Industry Professional (Freelance) at Various (CBS, Netflix, NBC, HBO, etc.)

January 1, 2015 - December 1, 2021

Directed and operated cameras on shoots; designed shot plans and led camera department; prepped and maintained equipment; pulled focus; kept records; offloaded media. Roles included Director of Photography, Camera Operator, 1st Assistant Camera (AC), 2nd AC, Loader; worked long hours, often 6 days a week. Credits also include Colorist, Editor, Producer, Set PA.

Sales Associate at Godiva Chocolatier

April 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017

Customer service and sales support.

Office Production Assistant (PA) (Freelance) at Tribe Pictures

July 1, 2014 - December 1, 2014

General production assistant supporting the on-set team; helped with various production tasks.

Retail Associate at Jabberwocky Inc.

June 30, 2006 - July 31, 2010

Children’s Books Retail Associate.