Illustrator | Senior Graphic Designer | Art Director
VERY WILLING TO RELOCATE: I have lived in many cities and am not tied down where I am currently.
Work Authorization: Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Graphic Designer
pH-D Feminine Health | Vireo Systems – Nashville, TN
March 2023 – Present
March 2023 – Present
Brand Leadership & Strategy: Senior graphic designer and Art Direction in many aspect of operations to Vireo Systems & pH-D feminine Health, developing cohesive visuals and market strategies that resonate across major retail (Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Target) and e-commerce (Amazon, Shopify).
Retail & E-Commerce Excellence: Designed high-converting packaging, point-of-sale displays, A+ content, and trade show materials, directly impacting sales and brand positioning.
Campaign Development: Execute multi-channel marketing campaigns blending strategic storytelling with bold visuals, driving engagement and customer loyalty.
Creative Process Optimization: Developed and implemented streamlined creative workflows, improving efficiency and ensuring brand consistency across all touchpoints.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing, product development, and leadership teams to align creative strategies with business objectives, contributing to significant revenue growth.
Contracted Illustrator & Designer
Chicago, IL
June 2012 – March 2023
June 2012 – March 2023
Designed and illustrated marketing collateral for brands such as Bosch, and Allstate, Sesame Street, and Hyundai.
Provided ongoing illustration and storyboarding needs for education materials and infographics to one of the most prestigious family wealth management firms in the US - Briar Hall, LLC
Created animation-ready assets for Sesame Street via Big Teeth Productions and animated elements for Martin Productions and The Preacher’s Kid subsequently pitched to large production firms like nickelodeon and Netflix.
Provided live event illustrations for corporate activations Walgreens, Spotify, Stella Artois, blending fine art skills with commercial marketing event needs.
Developed branding and logo identity for small businesses, ensuring cohesive and market-ready visuals.
Art Director & Art Educator
Clearwater Academy International – Clearwater, FL
September 2006 – May 2009
September 2006 – May 2009
Established and directed a comprehensive K-12 art curriculum, producing students who advanced to prestigious art colleges and professional careers.
Designed and led creative workshops, fostering technical skills and artistic development in students of all ages.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
ELVTR – Art Direction Certification (Taught by Creative Director & Senior Copywriter at Leo Burnett)
Completed coursework in brand storytelling, creative leadership, campaign development, and strategic design direction.
University of South Florida – Tampa, FL
Fine Arts Program (2003 – 2006)
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
Design & Creative Strategy
Art Direction | Branding | Visual Storytelling | Creative Campaigns
Packaging Design | Retail & E-Commerce Marketing | Trade Show and Large print design
Technical Skills
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom)
Figma
Illustration & Animation
Digital & Traditional Illustration | Concept Art | Animated gifs, Figma animation, etc
Collaboration & Leadership:
Cross-Functional Teamwork | Workflow Optimization | Client & Stakeholder Management