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With skills rooted in craft and executed with the latest tools, I deliver messages in dynamic campaigns. I am a working leader experienced at developing and elevating brands across all channels. A teammate dedicated to fostering belongingness so that true diversity of thought can help create innovative solutions.
I am a passionate designer who wants creative efficiency, follows and expands on best practices, and explores functional uses of AI technologies. I am a strategic communicator and educator using engaging and clear visuals to help people.
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Work Experience
Art Director at Tech Diplomacy Academy
October 1, 2023 - November 20, 2025Direct and manage brand and visual design for the entire curriculum of this new initiative of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue University. Created and expanded a new program brand; conceptualized and developed design briefs for each course. Directed an international team to produce motion graphics, infographics, and interactive visuals to clarify topics such as AI, quantum computing, energy, and cybersecurity. Collaborated with leading professors and experts to brand and publish twenty courses in under six months.
Director, Visual Design at Esme Learning, Incorporated
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023Direct and manage brand and visual design for all curriculum with elite partners such as Oxford University, MIT, and Cambridge University. Oversaw branding and visuals for marketing and social media teams. Built, managed, and mentored a diverse international team of designers. Explored AI, AR/VR, and immersive gaming technologies. Designed visuals to clarify and educate on topics such as AI, blockchain, cybersecurity, and fintech. Contributed to high NPS and learner engagement.
Senior Designer at Psynchronous Communications, Inc
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2020Designed across digital and print collateral to elevate multiple brands. Helped strategize and brand social media and direct mail campaigns, improving click-through rates. Developed landing pages and digital banners as well as print collateral.
Senior Designer, Branding Consultant, and Presentation Specialist at Autodesk, Inc.
October 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018Created intricate C-level presentations improving townhall and conference experiences. Designed complex infographics, digital banners and web assets. Video direction and editing.
Senior Designer at Analysis Group, Inc.
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017Created complex data-intensive infographics and presentations for online and print. Designed, laid out, and edited white papers, newsletters, presentations, and collateral templates for communications and branding. Worked with Nobel Prize winners, PhDs, and more; collaborated with web and CMS teams to improve digital content, landing pages, and microsites.
Education
B.A. in Math/Computer Science with Honors in Western Civilization and History at Providence College
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025Pursued B.S. in Physics and Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025Qualifications
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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Government
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