I am a graphic designer and aesthetically driven creative based in Richmond, VA. I am seeking a position where I can create meaningful and engaging design to help clients find their voice. I am eager to utilize the skills I have developed throughout my education and experience in the service industry, in a professional setting. I thrive in collaborative environments, bringing thoughtful visual solutions and a user-centered approach to projects. My background in education and hands-on leadership roles informs my design process and fuels my passion for community-driven work.

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I am a graphic designer and aesthetically driven creative based in Richmond, VA. I am seeking a position where I can create meaningful and engaging design to help clients find their voice. I am eager to utilize the skills I have developed throughout my education and experience in the service industry, in a professional setting. I thrive in collaborative environments, bringing thoughtful visual solutions and a user-centered approach to projects. My background in education and hands-on leadership roles informs my design process and fuels my passion for community-driven work.

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I am a graphic designer and aesthetically driven creative based in Richmond, VA. I am seeking a position where I can create meaningful and engaging design to help clients find their voice. I am eager to utilize the skills I have developed throughout my education and experience in the service industry, in a professional setting.

I thrive in collaborative environments, bringing thoughtful visual solutions and a user-centered approach to projects. My background in education and hands-on leadership roles informs my design process and fuels my passion for community-driven work.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at VCUarts Poster Commissions
September 1, 2024 - Present
Produced posters and visual materials for VCUarts Poster Commissions; contributed to various design briefs as part of the Fall 2024 slate.
Graphic Designer at VCUarts Poster Commissions
September 1, 2024 - Present
Created posters and other design assets for commissions through the Graphic Design Department; contributed to multiple briefs and maintained client communication from concept to deliverable.
Creative Director & Designer at Butterface
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed weekly commissioned posters and media to be used as promotional assets for official events held by the Graphic Design Department. Created a series of posters, flyers, zines, and instagram posts for various Richmond institutions like the Institute for Contemporary Art and the Anderson Gallery. Collaborated with a team of faculty, designers, and administration to fulfill commissioned briefs while keeping in close contact with the client from conception to deliverable.
Creative Director & Designer at Butterface
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed weekly commissioned posters and media for official events; produced posters, flyers, zines, and Instagram content for local institutions; collaborated with faculty, designers, and administration from conception to deliverable.
Overbooked Exhibition Lead at Overbooked Exhibition
January 1, 2021 - Present
Developed a system of signage and visual language including a seating chart, wayfinding materials, and environmental graphics to guide attendees. Led the planning and execution of the exhibit showcasing 72 designers in collaboration with a team of 10 co-leaders. Balanced creative vision with budget and timeline constraints to deliver a polished final presentation. Organized and facilitated a series of butter-making workshops in partnership with designers and makers, emphasizing process, experimentation, and free exchange within the community. Conceived and directed a design project exploring food and manual labor as mediums for outreach and storytelling. Managed and curated the project’s social media presence, documenting workshops and sharing behind-the-scenes content to engage a wider audience. Developed a cohesive visual identity and design system across all project touchpoints, including workshop materials, signage, packaging, and digital assets.
Overbooked Exhibition Lead at Overbooked Exhibition
January 1, 2021 - Present
Led planning and execution of an exhibit showcasing 72 designers with a team of 10 co-leaders; developed signage and visual language, seating charts, wayfinding, and environmental graphics; balanced creative vision with budget and timeline constraints to deliver a polished final presentation; organized workshops and social media content to engage the community and document the process; created a cohesive visual identity and design system across all project touchpoints.

Education

BFA, Graphic Design (Minor in Marketing Insights) at Virginia Commonwealth University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Coursework at The College of William and Mary
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
BFA at Virginia Commonwealth University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Coursework at The College of William and Mary
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Other