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I am a creative leader with over 10 years of experience transforming ideas into compelling visuals that drive brand recognition and audience engagement. Throughout my career, I have directed high-impact design projects for prestigious institutions such as the Smithsonian, NASA, Howard University, and the National Cancer Institute. I specialize in art direction, visual identity, team mentorship, and producing work that elevates brands across digital and print channels.
My background also includes expertise in accessible and compliant design, web development, and cloud technologies, enabling me to deliver solutions that meet diverse stakeholder needs. I thrive in collaborative Agile environments and enjoy mentoring junior talent while delivering high-quality, impactful creative solutions.
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Work Experience
Art Director at RCW Communication Design Inc.
December 31, 2011 - August 20, 2025Directed creative strategy and production for high-profile clients including Howard University Hospital, Smithsonian Institution's SITES Duke Ellington Exhibit, and the National Cancer Institute's trade show branding. Led a multidisciplinary team to deliver projects on time and budget. Developed visual identities and brand campaigns, including Howard University CheckUp Newsletter and George Washington University Graduate School ad series. Oversaw photo shoots, press checks, and vendor coordination to maintain quality and brand consistency. Awarded the Davey Award, Communicator Award, and American Graphic Design Award for exceptional work.
Graphic & Web Design Specialist (Contractor) at NASA Office of the Chief Information Officer
December 31, 2016 - August 20, 2025Designed and launched OCIO internal site redesign for a modern, responsive experience. Created branded reports, infographics, and high-impact presentations for internal communications and Congressional hearings. Managed full production workflow ensuring compliance with NASA branding and security standards.
Freelance Art Director & Visual Designer at RD Media Arts
January 1, 2006 - PresentDeveloped custom brand identities, collateral, and web design solutions for clients ranging from nonprofits to government agencies. Led projects such as MIT Department of Urban Studies & Planning student branding, National Cancer Institute's 508-compliant annual report, and USAID web newsletter redesign. Coordinated with clients and creative partners to meet tight deadlines delivering distinctive visual solutions.
Web & Accessibility Design Specialist (Contractor) at National Technical Information Service
December 31, 2015 - August 20, 2025Led creation of accessible, engaging digital products ensuring ADA and Section 508 compliance for federal audiences. Designed marketing collateral and digital newsletters for national distribution. Developed product showcase pages with HTML5 and jQuery/JavaScript. Implemented handicap accessibility protocols and retrofitted websites to 508 compliance. Utilized tools like Balsamiq, ComplyFirst, and SortSite for prototyping and quality control. Created informational brochures and visual branding using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator.
CMS Web Cloud Developer / Cloud Developer at GDIT / GD Information Technology, Inc.
May 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025Designed, built, and maintained secure Drupal web solutions for federal health initiatives emphasizing accessibility and agile SDLC. Reduced deployment cycles by 30% through Git-based workflows and CI/CD. Ensured 100% compliance with WCAG, WAI-ARIA, and Section 508 standards. Developed coding standards for HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Collaborated with Agile teams to deliver features on time within scope. Mentored junior developers and integrated credential-restricted subsites using React.js for law enforcement access.
Programmer / Web Developer (Contractor) at Drug Enforcement Administration
November 30, 2022 - August 20, 2025Developed and maintained secure internal web applications and visual assets supporting investigations and agency knowledge management. Designed and deployed a Drupal 8 internal website enhancing speed, security, and searchability. Created reusable HTML/CSS/JavaScript web assets reducing development time by 40%. Delivered web applications compliant with WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 accessibility. Contributed expertise in Agile ceremonies and designed secure intelligence dashboards improving data access turnaround by over 60%.
Programmer at Department of State (Contractor)
June 30, 2018 - August 20, 2025Developed interactive learning modules and digital training resources using Flash, ActionScript, and JavaScript. Collaborated across agencies on a digital training repository for federal personnel and families. Built reusable content to streamline production and maintained ADA compliance across eLearning solutions using QA tools.
Web Development Specialist / Production Manager at American Institute for Research
March 31, 2012 - August 20, 2025Managed web project timelines, wireframes, production schedules, and client relationships for education-focused digital resources.
Art Director at RCW Communication Design Inc.
December 31, 2011 - August 20, 2025Directed creative strategy and production for notable clients including Howard University Hospital, Smithsonian Institution's Duke Ellington Exhibit, and National Cancer Institute trade show branding. Led a multidisciplinary team to deliver projects on time and budget. Developed compelling visual identities and brand campaigns, such as Howard University CheckUp Newsletter and George Washington University Graduate School ad series. Oversaw photoshoots, press checks, and vendor coordination. Recognized with Davey Award, Communicator Award, and American Graphic Design Award for creative excellence.
Web & Accessibility Design Specialist (Contractor) at National Technical Information Service
December 31, 2015 - August 20, 2025Led creation of accessible digital products compliant with ADA and Section 508 for federal audiences. Designed marketing collateral, event materials, and newsletters distributed nationally. Developed product showcase pages using HTML5 and jQuery/Javascript. Implemented accessibility protocols and used Balsamiq for prototyping within Agile Scrum teams. Created and maintained 508 Compliance standards organization-wide and retrofitted websites to meet compliance. Designed notable materials including SSA/DMF Certification Process and NTIS Section 508 Brochure.
Graphic & Web Design Specialist (Contractor) at NASA Office of the Chief Information Officer
December 31, 2016 - August 20, 2025Designed and launched a modern, responsive redesign of the OCIO internal site. Created branded reports, infographics, and presentations for communications and Congressional hearings. Managed full production workflow ensuring alignment with NASA branding and security standards.
Programmer at Department of State (Contractor)
June 30, 2018 - August 20, 2025Created interactive learning modules and digital training resources using Flash, ActionScript, and JavaScript. Collaborated with partner agencies to produce a digital training repository for federal personnel and families. Built centralized reusable interactive content while maintaining ADA compliance across eLearning solutions.
Programmer / Web Developer at Drug Enforcement Administration (Contractor)
November 30, 2022 - August 20, 2025Developed and maintained secure internal web applications and visual assets supporting investigations and agency-wide knowledge management. Designed and deployed Drupal 8 internal website with Apache backend to improve speed, security, and searchability. Created reusable HTML/CSS/JavaScript assets, reducing development time by 40%. Delivered WCAG and Section 508 compliant applications. Developed secure intelligence dashboards improving data access turnaround by over 60%. Provided SME expertise in Agile development processes.
CMS Web Cloud Developer / Cloud Developer at GDIT / GD Information Technology, Inc.
May 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025Designed, built, and maintained secure Drupal web solutions for federal health initiatives with strong focus on accessibility and agile SDLC. Reduced deployment cycles by 30% through Git-based workflows and CI/CD integration. Ensured 100% compliance with WCAG, WAI-ARIA, and Section 508 standards. Developed HTML, CSS, and JavaScript coding standards. Collaborated with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver features on time. Mentored junior developers and integrated secure credential-restricted subsites using React.js for law enforcement personnel.
Freelance Art Director & Visual Designer at RD Media Arts
January 1, 2006 - PresentDeveloped custom brand identities, collateral, and web design solutions for a range of clients including nonprofits and government agencies. Managed projects such as MIT Department of Urban Studies & Planning student branding, National Cancer Institute’s 508-compliant annual report, and USAID web newsletter redesign. Coordinated with clients, photographers, social media producers, and production partners to deliver distinctive visuals under tight deadlines.
Web Development Specialist / Production Manager at American Institute for Research
March 31, 2012 - August 20, 2025Managed web project timelines, wireframes, and production schedules while overseeing client relationships for education-focused digital resources.
Art Director at RCW Communication Design Inc.
December 31, 2011 - August 20, 2025Directed creative strategy and production for high-profile clients including Howard University Hospital, Smithsonian Institution’s SITES Duke Ellington Exhibit, and the National Cancer Institute’s trade show branding. Led a multi-disciplinary team to deliver projects on time and within budget. Developed compelling visual identities and brand campaigns, oversaw photo shoots, press checks, and vendor coordination. Earned awards including the Davey Award, Communicator Award, and American Graphic Design Award.
Web & Accessibility Design Specialist at National Technical Information Service (Contractor)
December 31, 2015 - August 20, 2025Led creation of accessible, visually engaging digital products ensuring ADA and Section 508 compliance for federal audiences. Designed marketing collateral, event materials, and digital newsletters. Developed, coded, and maintained product showcase pages using HTML5 and jQuery/Javascript. Implemented handicap accessibility protocols and retrofitted websites for compliance. Utilized Balsamiq for prototypes and ComplyFirst and SortSite for testing and quality control.
Graphic & Web Design Specialist at NASA Office of the Chief Information Officer (Contractor)
December 31, 2016 - August 20, 2025Designed and launched the OCIO internal site redesign delivering a modern, responsive experience. Created branded reports, infographics, and presentations for internal communications and Congressional hearings. Managed full production workflow ensuring alignment with NASA branding and security standards.
Programmer at Department of State (Contractor)
June 30, 2018 - August 20, 2025Created interactive learning modules and digital training resources applying visual storytelling and usability standards. Developed animation-enhanced training portals using Flash, ActionScript, and JavaScript. Collaborated with partner agencies producing a digital training repository. Maintained ADA compliance across eLearning solutions using QA tools.
Programmer / Web Developer at Drug Enforcement Administration (Contractor)
November 30, 2022 - August 20, 2025Developed and maintained secure internal web applications and visual assets supporting investigations and agency knowledge management. Designed and deployed Drupal 8 internal website enhancing speed, security, and searchability. Delivered WCAG and ADA-compliant web applications and micro-sites. Created modular HTML/CSS/JavaScript driven assets reducing development time by 40%. Developed intelligence dashboards reducing data access turnaround by over 60%. Provided subject matter expertise in Agile environments.
CMS Web Cloud Developer / Cloud Developer at GDIT / GD Information Technology, Inc.
November 1, 2022 - PresentDesigned, built, and maintained secure Drupal web solutions for federal health initiatives focusing on accessibility and agile delivery. Reduced deployment cycles by 30% by integrating Git-based workflows and CI/CD practices. Ensured 100% compliance with WCAG, WAI-ARIA, and Section 508 standards. Created coding standards and mentored junior developers. Integrated a secure, credential-restricted subsite using React.js during project execution.
Freelance Art Director & Visual Designer at RD Media Arts
January 1, 2006 - PresentDeveloped custom brand identities, collateral, and web design solutions for diverse clients including nonprofits and government agencies. Managed projects such as MIT’s Department of Urban Studies & Planning student branding, National Cancer Institute’s 508-compliant annual report, and USAID web newsletter redesign. Coordinated with clients, photographers, and production partners to meet tight deadlines with distinctive visual solutions.
Web Development Specialist / Production Manager at American Institute for Research
March 31, 2012 - August 20, 2025Managed web project timelines, wireframes, and production schedules. Oversaw client relationships for education-focused digital resources.
CMS Web Cloud Developer / Cloud Developer at GDIT / GD Information Technology, Inc.
May 1, 2025 - August 20, 2025Designed, built, and maintained secure Drupal web solutions for federal health initiatives prioritizing accessibility and agile SDLC practices. Created key visual and process documents, reduced deployment cycles by 30%, and ensured full compliance with WCAG, WAI-ARIA, and Section 508 standards. Collaborated with cross-functional Agile teams and mentored junior developers. Developed secure, credential-restricted interfaces using React.js for law enforcement personnel.
Programmer / Web Developer at Drug Enforcement Administration (Contractor)
November 1, 2022 - August 20, 2025Developed and maintained secure internal web applications and visual assets for investigations and agency-wide knowledge management. Delivered Drupal 8 based internal websites, modular reusable web assets, and WCAG/ADA-compliant web applications with Section 508 accessibility. Provided subject matter expertise in Agile ceremonies and developed secure intelligence dashboards, improving data access turnaround by over 60%.
Programmer at Department of State (Contractor)
June 1, 2018 - August 20, 2025Created interactive learning modules and digital training resources for federal personnel, utilizing visual storytelling and usability standards. Developed animation-enhanced training portals with Flash, ActionScript, and JavaScript. Collaborated with partner agencies to produce a digital training repository for deployed personnel and ensured ADA compliance across eLearning solutions.
Graphic & Web Design Specialist at NASA Office of the Chief Information Officer (Contractor)
January 1, 2016 - August 20, 2025Designed and launched an internal site redesign for OCIO delivering a modern, responsive experience. Created branded reports, infographics, and presentations for communications and Congressional hearings. Managed full production workflows maintaining NASA branding and security standards.
Web & Accessibility Design Specialist at National Technical Information Service (Contractor)
January 1, 2015 - August 20, 2025Led design and development of accessible digital products ensuring ADA and Section 508 compliance for federal audiences. Created marketing collateral, event materials, and digital newsletters distributed nationally. Designed, coded, launched, and maintained product showcase pages using HTML5 and jQuery. Developed and implemented accessibility protocols organization-wide and produced prototypes using Balsamiq within Agile Scrum teams.
Art Director at RCW Communication Design Inc.
January 1, 2011 - August 20, 2025Directed creative strategy and production for high-profile clients including Howard University Hospital, Smithsonian Institution, and National Cancer Institute. Led multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and budget. Developed visual identities and brand campaigns and oversaw photo shoots, press checks, and vendor coordination. Earned Davey Award, Communicator Award, and American Graphic Design Award.
Web Development Specialist / Production Manager at American Institute for Research
March 1, 2012 - August 20, 2025Managed web project timelines, wireframes, and production schedules while maintaining client relationships for education-focused digital resources.
Freelance Art Director & Visual Designer at RD Media Arts
January 1, 2006 - PresentDeveloped custom brand identities, collateral, and web design for diverse clients ranging from nonprofits to government agencies. Notable projects include branding for MIT Urban Studies & Planning students, National Cancer Institute reports, and USAID newsletter redesign. Coordinated with clients and partners to deliver distinctive solutions on tight deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at The Ohio State University
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Associate in Applied Science, Communications Design at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Associate in Applied Science, Interactive Multimedia Design at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts at The Ohio State University
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Associate in Applied Science, Communications Design at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Associate in Applied Science, Interactive Multimedia Design at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts at The Ohio State University
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Associate in Applied Science, Communications Design at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Associate in Applied Science, Interactive Multimedia Design at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts at The Ohio State University
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Associate in Applied Science, Communications Design at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Associate in Applied Science, Interactive Multimedia Design at Northern Virginia Community College
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025Qualifications
Acquia Certified Drupal Developer
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2025AWS Cloud Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025Designing for Accessibility (WCAG 2.2)
January 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025JIRA Essentials
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Understanding Confluence for Users, Managers, & Admins
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Agile Project Management Certification Prep + Agile Scrum + JIRA
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Acquia Certified Drupal Developer (In Progress)
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2025AWS Cloud Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025Designing for Accessibility (WCAG 2.2)
January 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025JIRA Essentials
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Understanding Confluence for Users, Managers, & Admins
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Agile Project Management Certification Prep + Agile Scrum + JIRA
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Acquia Certified Drupal Developer (In Progress - Expected Q2 2025)
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025AWS Cloud Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025Designing for Accessibility (WCAG 2.2)
January 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025JIRA Essentials
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Understanding Confluence for Users, Managers, & Admins
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Agile Project Management Certification Prep+Agile Scrum+JIRA
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Acquia Certified Drupal Developer
January 11, 2030 - June 30, 2025AWS Cloud Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025Designing for Accessibility (WCAG 2.2)
January 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025JIRA Essentials
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Understanding Confluence for Users, Managers, & Admins
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Agile Project Management Certification Prep+Agile Scrum+JIRA
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025Industry Experience
Government, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet
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