HARD WORK
Before I was designing and art directing, I was a photography assistant, barista, bartender, retail associate, seasonal corn pollinator, a camp counselor, and mediocre babysitter. I've been working hard since I was of legal age, and before that, I was definitely holding a flashlight for my dad while he was fixing something. I know hard work, and all that has led up to this moment informs the integrity and passion that fuels me today.
2008-2011
Center for American Progress
Washington, D.C.
Designer, Print Production Associate. Created policy reports, event signage, infographics, and more for progressive think tank.
2012-2019
Freelance Designer
Kansas City, MO
Freelance. Worked with small business and non-profits on projects ranging from report and book layout to apparel designs and custom illustrations. Select clients: Sierra Club, MIT, University of Illinois, University of Kansas, Folly Theater
2019-Present
MissionWired
Washington, D.C. (remote)
Art Director. After six years of engagement through freelance, I accepted a full-time position as Art Director at MissionWired. I currently lead a team of seven designers, managing digital fundraising design for clients like Biden-Harris for President, Human Rights Watch, Save the Children, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, REI Cooperative Action Network, and Warnock for Georgia.
2011-2012
Sosland Publishing
Kansas City, MO
Publication Designer. Designed monthly business-to-business food industry magazines Bake and Instore.
Education
2004-2008
University of Illinois
Urbana, IL
BFA, Graphic Design