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Strategic communications and design professional with 20+ years of experience advancing institutional visibility within higher education and complex organizations. I translate academic, technical, and research-driven content into clear, compelling visual solutions that strengthen audience engagement across print, digital, and experiential platforms.
I’m a collaborative partner to leadership and cross-functional teams, grounded in design, storytelling, and integrated campaign development. Available for freelance and contract projects supporting communication goals, brand clarity, and impactful delivery under tight timelines.
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Work Experience
Graphic Designer at Allegheny General Hospital
December 31, 2005 - August 1, 2025Executed all private hospital and affiliate marketing plans from conception to completion. Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, signage, and posters. Oversaw graphic design for multi-million-dollar billboard marketing campaigns within budget. Collaborated with staff writers and physicians to distill technical information into visuals and infographics for patients. Sourced and managed outside vendors and agencies and collaborated with the internal print shop. Assisted in designing internal and external newsletters and directed photoshoots with in-house photographers.
Graphic Designer at Allegheny General Hospital
December 31, 2005 - August 1, 2025Executed all hospital and affiliate marketing plans from conception to completion. Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, signage, and posters. Oversaw graphic design for multimillion-dollar billboard marketing campaigns within budget. Collaborated with staff writers and physicians to create visuals and infographics for patients. Managed outside vendors and internal print shop relationships. Assisted with newsletters design, and directed photoshoots with in-house photographers.
Graphic Designer at Allegheny General Hospital
December 31, 2005 - July 16, 2025Executed marketing plans for the hospital and affiliates, designing brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, signage, and posters. Oversaw graphic design for multi-million-dollar billboard campaigns within budget. Collaborated with writers and physicians to create patient-friendly visuals and infographics. Managed outside vendors and internal print shop collaborations. Assisted in newsletter design and directed photoshoots with in-house photographers.
Graphic Designer at Allegheny General Hospital
January 1, 2005 - August 1, 2025Executed all private hospital and affiliate marketing plans from conception to completion. Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, signage, and posters. Managed graphic design for multi-million-dollar billboard marketing campaigns within budget. Collaborated with marketing team to create patient-friendly visuals and infographics. Sourced and managed outside vendors and agencies, assisted in internal and external newsletters, and directed photoshoots with in-house photographers.
Art Director at University of Pittsburgh
January 1, 2005 - PresentCollaborated with internal stakeholders on communications campaigns that advance the university’s strategic vision. Designed comprehensive promotional packages including postcards, social media graphics, flyers, brochures, and event programs. Oversaw design elements of newsletters and magazines, reviewed marketing materials for brand consistency, and managed long-term projects such as Commencement and athletic media guides. Served in leadership roles on the Staff Council coordinating events and promoting mentorship and storytelling.
Art Director at University of Pittsburgh
January 1, 2005 - PresentCollaborate with internal stakeholders on communications campaigns that advance the university’s strategic vision. Design comprehensive packages of promotional or information materials including postcards, social media graphics and posts, flyers, brochures, and event programs. Oversee art and other design elements of newsletters and magazines. Review all marketing materials to ensure consistency in style and brand voice. Manage art development for long-term projects such as Commencement and athletic media guides. Serve in leadership roles on Staff Council and promote mentorship and university advocacy through storytelling.
Art Director at University of Pittsburgh
January 1, 2005 - PresentCollaborate with internal stakeholders on communications campaigns that advance the university’s strategic vision. Design comprehensive promotional or information materials including postcards, social media graphics, flyers, brochures, and event programs. Oversee art and design elements of newsletters and magazines, review marketing materials for style and brand consistency, manage long-term projects like Commencement and athletic media guides, serve as Vice President of PR on Staff Council, coordinate town halls and lunch-and-learn programs, promote mentorship as Staff Relations Chair and Parran Hall Committee Representative, and serve as a Pitt Advocate Leader promoting the university through storytelling.
Art Director at University of Pittsburgh
January 1, 2005 - PresentCollaborate with internal stakeholders on communications campaigns advancing the university’s strategic vision. Design comprehensive promotional and informational materials such as postcards, social media graphics, flyers, brochures, and event programs. Oversee design elements of newsletters and magazines, review marketing materials for consistency, and manage long-term projects including Commencement and athletic media guides. Serve in leadership roles on Staff Council and promote mentorship through the university.
Graphic Designer at Bayer Corporation
December 31, 2001 - August 1, 2025Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, letterhead, business cards, and other promotional items for a corporate-owned print shop in a temporary contract role. Created graphics for internal communications focused on employee education about benefits and policies. Collaborated with internal clients gathering requirements, presenting concept designs, and coordinating across departments under strict schedules.
Graphic Designer at ProMinent Fluid Controls, Inc.
December 31, 2001 - August 1, 2025Managed all artistic and creative endeavors for corporate office, regional managers, distributors, and OEMs for a water treatment, handling, and measuring equipment manufacturer. Spearheaded creation of U.S.-based marketing team. Tripled return on new product launch marketing campaign. Designed customer-facing product and educational materials including mailers, brochures, flyers, trade show signs, and graphics from conception to printing. Developed internal communications materials including manuals, presentations and training videos. Created web graphics for catalog and training CDs and maintained existing website graphics. Coordinated promotional items routing and company events.
Graphic Designer at Bayer Corporation
December 31, 2001 - August 1, 2025Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, letterhead, business cards, and other promotional items for a corporate-owned print shop during a temporary contract role. Created graphics for internal communications aimed at employee education of benefits and policies. Met with internal clients to gather requirements, presented concept designs, and solicited feedback. Collaborated across multiple departments according to strict schedules.
Graphic Designer at ProMinent Fluid Controls, Inc.
December 31, 2001 - August 1, 2025Managed artistic and creative endeavors for corporate office, regional managers, distributors, and OEMs for water treatment and equipment manufacturer. Spearheaded creation of a U.S.-based marketing team. Tripled return on a new product launch marketing campaign. Designed customer-facing product and educational materials including mailers, brochures, flyers, trade show signs, and graphics. Developed internal communications such as operating manuals and training videos. Created web graphics and maintained website graphics. Managed printers and promotional item distribution. Coordinated company events.
Graphic Designer at Bayer Corporation
December 31, 2001 - August 1, 2025Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, letterhead, business cards, and other promotional items for a corporate-owned print shop in a temporary contract role. Created graphics for internal communications focused on employee education of benefits and policies. Met with internal clients to gather requirements, present concept designs, and gather feedback. Collaborated across multiple departments according to strict schedules.
Graphic Designer at ProMinent Fluid Controls, Inc.
December 31, 2001 - July 16, 2025Managed all artistic and creative work for corporate office, regional managers, distributors, and OEMs in the water treatment equipment industry. Established a U.S.-based marketing team and significantly increased product launch returns. Designed customer-facing marketing materials, internal communications, operating manuals, training videos, and web graphics. Coordinated with printers and managed promotional item distribution and company events.
Graphic Designer at Bayer Corporation
December 31, 2001 - July 16, 2025Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, letterhead, business cards, and promotional items for a corporate print shop during a temporary contract. Created graphics for internal employee communications about benefits and policies. Met with clients to gather requirements, present concepts, and incorporated feedback. Collaborated with multiple departments under strict deadlines.
Graphic Designer at Allegheny General Hospital
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005Developed patient-facing and internal communications within a large healthcare system, translating complex medical and operational information into clear, accessible visual formats. Supported major campaigns including large-format and billboard initiatives while coordinating vendors, photography, and production under tight timelines.
Graphic Designer at ProMinent Fluid Controls, Inc.
January 1, 2001 - August 1, 2025Managed all artistic and creative endeavors for corporate office, regional managers, distributors, and OEMs for a water treatment equipment manufacturer. Spearheaded creation of U.S.-based marketing team and tripled return on new product launch marketing campaign. Designed customer-facing product and educational materials, developed internal communications including manuals and training videos, created and maintained website graphics, collaborated with printers, and coordinated promotional items and events.
Graphic Designer at ProMinent Fluid Controls, Inc.
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001Led design efforts for product marketing and technical communications in collaboration with engineering and sales teams to support national campaigns and product launches. Contributed to targeted direct-mail initiatives that generated measurable sales results, demonstrating the impact of clear, focused messaging in industrial markets.
Graphic Designer at Training Technologies Inc.
December 31, 1997 - August 1, 2025Oversaw creation of interactive training computer programs and videos for a variety of clients in a start-up environment. Evaluated company manuals and scripts to design user-friendly animations. Developed animated interactive sections for Amtrak’s training module and created illustrations for demo interactive programs. Designed and animated video elements and learned 2D and 3D animation software on the job.
Graphic Designer at Training Technologies Inc.
December 31, 1997 - August 1, 2025Oversaw creation of interactive training computer programs and videos for various companies in a start-up environment. Evaluated manuals and training scripts to design user-friendly animations. Developed animated interactive sections for Amtrak’s internal training module. Created illustrations for demo interactive programs and designed and animated stopwatch for General Electric videos. Learned to use Painter and 2D/3D animation software on the job.
Graphic Designer at Training Technologies Inc.
December 31, 1997 - August 1, 2025Oversaw creation of interactive training computer programs and videos for companies from small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations in a startup environment. Evaluated manuals and training scripts to design user-friendly animations. Developed animated interactive sections for Amtrak’s internal training module. Created illustrations for demo interactive programs and animated graphics such as a stop watch for General Electric videos. Learned and utilized 2D and 3D animation software without prior formal training.
Graphic Designer at Training Technologies Inc.
December 31, 1997 - July 16, 2025Oversaw creation of interactive training computer programs and videos for a diverse corporate client base. Evaluated training materials to design user-friendly animations and developed animated interactive modules for Amtrak's training. Created illustrations for interactive demos and designed animations for clients including General Electric. Learned and applied 2D and 3D animation software on the job.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994Associate of Art at Art Institute of Pittsburgh
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1990Bachelor of Fine Arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994Associate of Art at Art Institute of Pittsburgh
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1990Bachelor of Fine Arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001Associate of Art at Art Institute of Pittsburgh
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001Bachelor of Fine Arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025Associate of Art at Art Institute of Pittsburgh
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts (Associate of Art, Graphic Design) at Indiana University Art Institute
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995Organizational Leadership and Ethics (AMA Momentum Upskilling Program) at American Marketing Association (Pittsburgh, PA chapter)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Diversity and Inclusion (Faculty and Staff Development Program) at University of Pittsburgh
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Certificate (Faculty and Staff Development Program) at University of Pittsburgh
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Associate of Art, Graphic Design at Pennsylvania of Pittsburgh (University of Pittsburgh) / Indiana University Art Institute of Pennsylvania of Pittsburgh
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994Bachelor of Fine Arts at Indiana University Art Institute of Pennsylvania of Pittsburgh
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995Bachelor of Fine Arts (Graphic Design) at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (formerly Indiana University of Pennsylvania Art Institute)
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995Organizational Leadership and Ethics (Certificate) at University of Pittsburgh, Faculty and Staff Development Program
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Diversity and Inclusion (Certificate) at University of Pittsburgh, Faculty and Staff Development Program
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Organizational Leadership and Ethics (Certificate) at AMA Momentum Upskilling Program (Pittsburgh chapter of the American Marketing Association)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Bachelor of Fine Arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania Art Institute
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995Associate of Art at Indiana University of Pennsylvania Art Institute
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of Pittsburgh
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995Associate of Art at Indiana University Art Institute of Pennsylvania (or Indiana University Art Institute of Pittsburgh)
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994AMA Momentum Upskilling Program - Certificate (Organizational Leadership and Ethics) at American Marketing Association (Pittsburgh, PA chapter)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Faculty and Staff Development Program Certificate (Diversity and Inclusion) at University of Pittsburgh
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Bachelor of Fine Arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995Associate of Art at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994Bachelor of Fine Arts (Graphic Design) at Indiana University Art Institute of Pennsylvania
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995Certificate (Organizational Leadership and Ethics) at University of Pittsburgh, Faculty and Staff Development Program
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Certificate (Diversity and Inclusion) at University of Pittsburgh, Faculty and Staff Development Program
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Qualifications
AMA Momentum Upskilling Program
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025AMA Momentum Upskilling Program
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021AMA Momentum Upskilling Program
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021AMA Momentum Upskilling Program
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025AMA Momentum Upskilling Program
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025AMA Momentum Upskilling Program — Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026University of Pittsburgh — Faculty and Staff Development Program (Diversity and Inclusion)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026University of Pittsburgh — Faculty and Staff Development Program
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026AMA Momentum Upskilling Program - Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 1, 2020 - July 27, 2026University of Pittsburgh - Faculty and Staff Development Program - Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion
January 1, 2020 - July 27, 2026University of Pittsburgh - Faculty and Staff Development Program - Certificate
January 1, 2020 - July 27, 2026AMA Momentum Upskilling Program — Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026University of Pittsburgh — Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026University of Pittsburgh — Faculty and Staff Development Program Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics (AMA Momentum Upskilling Program)
January 1, 2019 - July 27, 2026Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion (University of Pittsburgh Faculty and Staff Development Program)
January 1, 2019 - July 27, 2026Certificate (University of Pittsburgh Faculty and Staff Development Program)
January 1, 2019 - July 27, 2026AMA Momentum Upskilling Program - Certificate (Organizational Leadership and Ethics)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026University of Pittsburgh Faculty and Staff Development Program Certificate (Diversity and Inclusion)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026University of Pittsburgh Faculty and Staff Development Program Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics (AMA Momentum Upskilling Program)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion (University of Pittsburgh, Faculty and Staff Development Program)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Certificate (University of Pittsburgh, Faculty and Staff Development Program)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2026Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000AMA Momentum Upskilling Program (Certificate)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Industry Experience
Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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