Created 50+ commissioned illustrations for individual clients and small businesses, translating concepts into clear, compelling designs with intentional color palettes and polished visual outcomes. Developed storyboard and sequential artwork to communicate narrative flow, pacing, and visual direction. Collaborated with clients to refine concepts and incorporate feedback to deliverables aligned with project goals. Executed digital illustrations using industry-standard tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Clip Studio Paint, Procreate). Managed multiple concurrent projects, meeting deadlines while maintaining quality and attention to detail. Adapted illustration style across projects, including character design, promotional art, and narrative compositions.

Studio Assistant & In-House Illustrator at Emporium Glass Blowing Studio

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026

Designed custom chalkboard signage monthly to promote sales, events, and featured glasswork, enhancing in-store visual appeal through color contrast and composition for clarity and impact. Produced promotional artwork for print displays, supporting retail marketing efforts and product visibility. Prepared print-ready graphics, ensuring accurate sizing and layout for a physical retail environment. Supported day-to-day studio operations, assisting sales and customer interactions in a fast-paced setting.

Illustrator at Historical Glass International

January 1, 2024 - Present

Developed 20+ promotional graphics supporting auction campaigns highlighting color, lighting, and material qualities of antique glass to enhance visual appeal and buyer interest. Created marketing assets for recurring antique glass auctions across 48+ event series. Delivered timely promotional materials aligned with auction schedules and campaign launches. Maintained cohesive visual branding across campaigns through consistent color systems and design choices. Elevated overall marketing quality through cohesive, professional illustration and design work, contributing to a 35% increase in sales since 2024.

Freelance Illustrator at Self-employed / Remote

January 1, 2019 - Present

Created 50+ commissioned illustrations for individual clients and small businesses; translated concepts into clear, compelling designs with intentional color palettes and polished visual outcomes; developed storyboards and sequential artwork to communicate narrative flow, pacing, and visual direction; collaborated with clients to refine concepts and incorporate feedback; executed digital illustrations using industry-standard tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Clip Studio Paint, Procreate); managed multiple concurrent projects, meeting deadlines with consistent quality and attention to detail; adapted illustration styles across projects including character design, promotional art, and narrative compositions.

Studio Assistant & In-House Illustrator at Emporium Glass Blow Studio

January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2026

Designed custom chalkboard signage monthly to promote sales, events, and featured glasswork; enhanced in-store visual appeal through color contrast and composition; produced promotional artwork for print display; prepared print-ready graphics with accurate sizing, layout, and readability for a physical retail environment; supported day-to-day studio operations and customer interactions in a fast-paced setting.

Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed

January 1, 2019 - Present

Created 50+ commissioned illustrations for individual clients and small businesses, translating concepts into clear, compelling designs with intentional color palettes and polished visual outcomes; developed storyboards and sequential artwork to communicate narrative flow, pacing, and visual direction; collaborated with clients to refine concepts, incorporating feedback to final deliverables aligned with project goals; executed digital illustrations using industry-standard tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Clip Studio Paint, Procreate); managed multiple concurrent projects, meeting deadlines while maintaining quality and attention to detail; adapted illustration style across projects including character design, promotional art, and narrative compositions.