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About
About
My strengths reside in a magical place between design and illustration. I’m a creative problem solver. My curiosity toward the creative has driven me to develop a wide range of skills. I am just as comfortable with a computer as I am with a pencil and paper! Let’s get to work.
I create effective, clever and eye catching graphics. For me the creative process is as rewarding as the final result, I enjoy being proactive and goal-oriented. Communication only informs and strengthens the work I produce. I ask questions, listen and translate needs into solutions. I have a good sense of humor and know that collaborating as a team is as important as getting projects completed independently.
Other interests that I enjoy expanding outside of work include photography and video editing. When these skills find their way into what I’m doing at work, it’s an added bonus. -
Education
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Bachelor of Fine ArtsRhode Island School of Design2007
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Experience
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Graphic Designer, Custom CommunicationsVirgin PulseApr 2019 - May 2022 (3 years 1 month)Supported 350+ clients with member-facing design work over a span of three years. Partnered with copywriters, cross-functional teams, and the Client Success team to boost wellness program enrollment and engagement. Digital formats included banner ads, landing pages, and digital displays. Printed materials included postcards, mailers, and feature guides. Provided feedback to facilitate improvements and refine internal processes surrounding Creative Services.
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Graphic Designer & SignmakerWhole Foods MarketBellingham, MANov 2009 - Jul 2018 (8 years 8 months)Prioritize and manage workflow of projects in a fast paced environment. Conceptualize and design a wide range of marketing materials according to the brand’s standards, and in
support of all store department requests. Print work includes point-of-purchase signage, posters, brochures, and external advertisements. Graphics for web include banner ads and
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Assistant Graphic Designer & IllustratorWhole Foods MarketBellingham, MAApr 2008 - Nov 2009 (1 year 7 months)Maintained clear communication, timely production of artwork and completion of projects. Collaborated with store departments and created effective design solutions.
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Freelance Apparel Graphic DesignerAudubon Society of Rhode IslandSmithfield, RIJul 2009 - Aug 2009 (1 month)Designed t-shirt for International Coastal Cleanup’s “Hold the Line” campaign, promoting the recycling of used fishing line that often entangles wildlife.
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Freelance IllustratorBrown UniversityProvidence, RIDec 2008 - Jan 2009 (1 month)Artwork published includes two color cover illustrations and halfpage black and white drawing for The Brown Contemporary Magazine.
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Freelance Logo DesignerFood Should Taste GoodJan 2008 - Feb 2008 (1 month)Created original logo designs for consideration of their consumer base.
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Designer & VendorRISD Student Art and Design SaleApr 2007 - Apr 2007Produced original card designs and illustrations for print. Packaged and priced sets of cards for sale. Maintained a receipt book of sales and interacted with customers.
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@saramartin, member since 2018