Core Skills
- Social Media Design (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn)
- Canva Pro & Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Brand Identity & Visual Storytelling
- Infographics, Carousels, Digital Ads & Reels Covers
- Copywriting Collaboration & Content Strategy
- Motion Graphics & Short-Form Video Editing
- Time & Workflow Management (Fast Turnaround)
- UI/UX Design & Front-End Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Professional Experience
Caregiver – Home
Sept 2025 – Nov 2025
- Provided full-time home care for mother on hospice until her passing.
- **Listed under "Professional Experience" due to the patience, compassion & understanding that comes with the territory.
Customer Service Phone Agent – Costco MSC
May 2025 – Sept 2025
- Assisted members with orders, issue resolution, and troubleshooting.
- Strengthened communication and empathy-driven problem-solving.
Graphic Artist / Web Designer – Candid Color Systems
2012 – 2025
- Created thousands of digital and print designs including logos, sports posters, and marketing assets.
- Improved user retention by 30% through UX-focused redesigns.
- Produced fast-turnaround visuals for schools, universities, and corporate clients.
- Recipient of Employee of the Year (2018).
Owner & Designer – No Chill Designs
2021 – 2024
- Designed humorous, motivational apparel graphics for Threadless shop.
- Established cohesive brand identity optimized for social media visibility.
Owner & Blogger – Motivation Exploration
2022 – 2024
- Published 50+ SEO-optimized articles with custom illustrations.
- Improved engagement through branded content and promotion.
Florist Holiday Assistant – Black's Flower Shop
2010 – 2024
- Designed custom floral arrangements with emphasis on presentation.
- Gained strong interpersonal and customer support skills.
Selected Projects
- Red Bull Digital Strategy Project: Designed social media visuals and mapped user journeys for influencer marketing + subscription concepts.
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- EasyBoost Assistive Cushion (Capstone): Built complete branding and visual identity for healthcare accessibility initiative.
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Education
B.S. in Marketing – Southern New Hampshire University
Graduated 2025
- Summa Cum Laude | GPA 3.9
- Delta Mu Delta, Alpha Sigma Lambda, National Society of Leadership & Success
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Graphic Communication Certificate – Francis Tuttle Tech Center
2011
- Completed 2-year program in one year.
- Placed 5th in SkillsUSA Photography Competition.
Recognition & Awards
- Employee of the Year – Candid Color Systems (2018)
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Honor Societies: Delta Mu Delta, Alpha Sigma Lambda, National Society of Leadership & Success