Professional Profile

Summary

Creative and innovative Graphic Designer and Art Director with over eight years of marketing and design experience. Proven track record of crafting captivating visual narratives, combining storytelling, graphic design, and digital expertise to bring brands to life in groundbreaking ways. Adept at leading creative teams, conceptualizing solutions, and executing projects that drive business objectives. Strong background in graphic and digital design, fine arts, illustration, and both visual and verbal communication. Passionate about harnessing art and design to improve the lives of others and making the world a better place.

Experience

Art Director | Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc.

Jan 2022 to present

  • Orchestrated the creation of visually stunning and customer engaging marketing campaigns for a family-owned, mental health and testing brand.

  • Successfully collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement creative solutions that aligned with business goals, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget.

  • Developed and presented innovative concepts through visually appealing mood boards and presentation materials, garnering stakeholder buy-in for creative direction. 

  • Led the design and execution of a comprehensive brand guide to establish brand consistency and increase recognition.

  • Currently ensuring brand consistent visual representation across all marketing channels during this ongoing implementation of the refreshed brand.

  • Actively mentor and foster development of creative team members.

  • Produced six corporate print catalogs (168+ and 192+ pages). Currently evolving catalog to an engaging, content-based consumer touchpoint.

  • Designed presentation templates and promotional materials for 75+ webinars and thought leadership initiatives.

  • Increased departmental organization and efficacy by structuring internal server, file naming, and uploading process.

  • Continuing education:

    • Attended 2023 HOW Design Live

    • Attained two certifications from the American Marketing Association (AMA) and Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) in 2023:

      • Professional Certified Marketer (PCM®)

      • Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP)

Senior Graphic Designer | Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc.

Jan 2019 to Dec 2021

  • Managed all product campaigns and executed a range of design projects, from digital and social graphics to print collateral, consistently exceeding stakeholder expectations and receiving accolades for design excellence.

  • Collaborated with copywriters to integrate compelling copy with striking visuals, creating cohesive and persuasive brand communications. 

  • Developed and designed a brand extension in response to pandemic.

  • Increased departmental efficacy:

    • Introduced and established the use of Creative Briefs within the department.

    • Developed Standard Operating Procedure for email marketing development and execution

    • Improved the internal prepress process, significantly reducing the frequency of proof edits, saving on costs in both materials and labor.

  • Continuing education:

    • Attained two certifications from Cornell University in 2021:

      • Brand Management

      • Women in Leadership

    • Attended 2019 HOW Design Live

    • Attained two certifications from the American Graphics Institute:

      • Adobe Photoshop (2018)

      • Adobe Illustrator (2017)

Graphic Designer | Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc.

Feb 2015 to Dec 2018

  • Collaborated closely with copywriters to seamlessly integrate persuasive copy with eye-catching visuals, ensuring effective communication of brand messaging and promotions.

  • Created visually compelling marketing collateral, including brochures, flyers, and posters, which played a crucial role in enhancing brand visibility and driving traffic to website and leads to the Sales team.

  • Experimented with design concepts and techniques, introducing fresh and modern design elements that resonated with the brand’s target audience, including structural graphics.

  • Adapted quickly to evolving design trends and technologies, staying up-to-date with the latest tools and software to maintain a competitive edge in the industry. 

  • Consistently met tight deadlines while managing multiple projects, and completing my bachelor’s degree simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills.

Data Collection RA | Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc.

Dec 2013 to Feb 2015

  • Provided analytical and research support to the Manager of Data Collection in test standardization and normalization.

  • Coordinated data collection and analysis activities, monitored data for quality, pace of collection, and types of cases collected.

  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to obtain and clarify data requirements, resolving discrepancies and ensuring seamless data flow.

  • Utilized advanced functions and formulas in SPSS to organize and analyze data, facilitating decision-making processes.

  • Aided in identifying potential data sites and maintained relationships with established data collectors.

Research Assistant | Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc.

Sept 2012 to Dec 2013

  • Entered, verified, and maintained accurate data records into company database with a focus on speed, accuracy, and completeness.

  • Conducted regular quality checks to identify and correct errors, ensuring data integrity and reliability.

  • Prepared and maintained data files, spreadsheets, and reports.

  • Contributed to the development and implementation of data entry protocols, resulting in improved efficiency and reduction in errors.

  • Assisted in data migration projects, transferring data from legacy systems to updated platforms while maintaining data accuracy.