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◆ proficient in Adobe Photoshop ◆ Adobe Illustrator ◆ Adobe InDesign ◆ Final Cut ◆ Microsoft Office Suite ◆ Google Drive
◆ knowledge of different types of vinyls ◆ different types of substrates; foamboard, gatorfoam, coroplast, MDO, aluminum
◆ experience using Onyx ◆ Mimaki plotter ◆ HP printer ◆ weeding and taping plotted vinyl
◆ accurate ◆ attention to detail ◆ communication and follow-through ◆ able to multi talk and work without supervision
◆ able to problem solve by thinking outside the box ◆ creative ◆ understanding of marketing and promotional concepts
◆ classes in Graphic Design ◆ Web Design ◆ Mass Communications ◆ Marketing ◆ Drawing ◆ HTML coding
◆ familiarity of museum study ◆ experience with printmaking ◆ aquatint printmaking ◆ etching printmaking

Operations Coordinator ◆ October 2019-April 2020 (COVID-19 lack of work) ◆ Norcross,, GA

CGP (Custom Graphics Printing)
◆ Created custom order tickets for new orders daily, adding custom art files to the orders using PressWise
◆ Located/managed/communicated with installers in various states for special orders
◆ Prepared accurate layout of artwork for window perf jobs and double checked installation measurements
◆ Ensured the specifications for recurring projects were the same as prior runs
◆ Followed rush orders through every step of the process; verifying each station’s progress
◆ Used ShipStation every day to check an order’s status of shipment; researched any missing items
◆ Aware of printer size and designing jobs to maximize the graphics printed on the material
◆ Ensured satisfaction by assisting customers who called seeking information on their orders
◆ Took initiative to assist where needed, including, coworkers accounts and the production area. Worked extra shifts to
see a job through

hic Designer/Production ◆ September 2018-October 2019 ◆ Cumming,, GA

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FASTSIGNS
◆ Communicated with customers about their vision for an order and any revisions needed
◆ Responsible for knowing what a customer wants from very little detail/information from them in the beginning
◆ Capable of becoming a leader on projects
◆ In charge of every design put in the system and ensuring all details, including location and materials, were taken into
consideration for a successful outcome
◆ Upgrading the progress of a job, in the system, every step of the way
◆ Responsible for keeping every file organized and putting in the right place on the computer so it is easily found
◆ Constant communication with Sales to fully understand the intricacies of the orders
◆ Ordered materials/substrates for each individual signs and ordered essential supplies based on inventory levels
◆ Responsible for creating and setting up files that were printed and plotted; making sure the plotter is at the right
setting for different vinyl
◆ Complete vinyl sign process from choosing the correct vinyl, printing, double checking, laminating, adhering, and hand
cutting to customer’s satisfaction
◆ Being aware of the size of the printer and designing certain jobs around that sizing so it can print
◆ Printer maintenance, including verification of the corresponding settings set for the printer and Onyx
◆ Responsible for vended orders, from design, to status, to updates in the systems
◆ Assisted and soloed in installation

hic Designer ◆ April 2018-August 2018 ◆ Buford,, GA

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Henry Graphics Inc.
◆ Responsible for creating 3D drawings, from concepts, for the company's customer base
◆ Took raw ideas and brought them to life with the use of various tools like CorelDraw
◆ Collaborated with production manager to ensure the accuracy of production submittals
◆ Worked closely with the senior designer for larger projects which included signage for larger companies
◆ Knowledge of materials to make various types of signs
◆ Learned regulation and rules that are required for legal signs
◆ Had the opportunity to work with the sales team in scope and creation of customer documents
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Cashier/Stock Replenishment ◆ February 2018-April 2018 ◆ Encino, CA

Bed Bath & Beyond
◆ Worked at the register and helped people with customer service questions they might have had
◆ Responsible for ensuring product and merchandising was available and stocked in that store
◆ Helped customers with their home decor by using my creative design experience
◆ Participated in company conversations about ideas to better the store’s productivity
Marketing Coordinator/ Brokerage Administrator ◆ March 2017-Sep. 2017 ◆ Los Angeles, CA
Marcus & Millichap, DTLA
◆ Processed new listing paperwork, change requests, and under contract paperwork
◆ Calculated all the data for monthly contests/designed posters promoting the contests
◆ Put together birthday events once a month/designed posters for birthdays
◆ Created flyers for work events
◆ Responsible for weekly presentation set up and catering
◆ Created numerous retail maps for properties
◆ Accountable for aiding agents with building new listings along with custom listings
◆ Kept confidential listing and contracts accurately filed in secure locations
◆ Accountable for all outgoing mail and incoming mail
◆ Replenished supplies throughout the office
◆ Facilitated in front desk duties including correct transferring of calls to appropriate agents
◆ Closed office at end of day
Gallery Attendant/ Box Office (student worker), Mc Glothlin Center For the Arts ◆ Jan. 2015-2016 ◆ Emory, VA
Emory & Henry College
◆ Installed and de-installed multiple exhibits at the Gallery to interpret and translate the Artist’s needs into an
effective visual design
◆ Assisted with the care of pieces in the Gallery’s permanent collection
◆ Handled multiple priorities including office tasks such as research, data entry, and ticket sales
Logo/ Brochure Designer (volunteer) ◆ Spring 2015 ◆ Emory, VA
Emory & Henry College
◆ Designed a new logo fulfilling the commercial needs for the MCOM Department including a brochure for
MCOM Weekend, a panelists section for that event, newsletter, notecard, Facebook page, and letterhead
◆ Worked independently while maintaining cooperative working relationships in a fast pace creative
environment
Viscom Department ◆ Summer Internship 2014 ◆ Los Angeles, CA
California State University, Northridge
◆ Worked with the college’s Viscom department comprised of 20 full-time staff
◆ Collaborated on the design of posters, banners, cards, and other promotional material
◆ Assisted with outside clients to design personal business logos
◆ Knowledge of the latest trends and standards of graphic design and their role within the university and
commercial environment

Bachelor of Arts, Emory & Henry College, Emory, Virginia

Graduated: May 2016
Major: Graphic Design In-Major GPA: 3.38
Minor: Visual Communications
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Exchange 81, Liminal Alternative Artspace, Roanoke, Virginia, February 1 – 26, 2016
Realization, Byars Gallery, Byars Hall, Emory & Henry College, Emory, Virginia, (Senior Exhibition) March 26 – May 7, 2016
Intersect 2016, Arts Depot, Abingdon, Virginia, March 2 – 26, 2016
Ampersand Art, McGlothlin Center for the Arts, Emory & Henry College, Emory, Virginia, April 21 – May 3, 2016

CURATED EXHIBITION
Reflections: Exploring Humanity through Modernity, Rena Lynch Wren Permanent Collection Gallery, McGlothlin Center
for the Arts, Emory & Henry College, Emory, Virginia, April 22 – August 7, 2016

Operation Gratitude Volunteer ◆ 2015-2018

◆ Volunteer to help fill care packages for the U.S. Military

Student Athlete ◆ 2005-2014

◆ Participated in local park teams
◆ Played Varsity soccer all four years of high school
◆ Participated in a club soccer team
◆ Participated in Emory & Henry College Women’s Soccer

Enrollment Representative ◆ Spring 2009-2011 ◆ Van Nuys, CA Van Nuys High School/Performing Art Magnet
◆ Represented Van Nuys High to middle school-aged students to encourage enrollment
◆ Provided information on resources and services available at high school
Volunteer Assistant Coach/Referee ◆ Fall 2009-2011 ◆ Sherman Oaks, CA AYSO-Region 58
◆ Coached and served as a positive mentor for a “girls under 10” division soccer team
◆ Passed the test and am a certified Referee for “girls under 10” division
Panim ◆ Spring 2010 ◆ Washington, DC
◆ Traveled with a group through a program called Panim, a Jewish organization
◆ Focused on community service for homeless in the Washington, DC Metro area
◆ Worked with feeding homeless and families receiving assistance
Study Abroad while at Emory & Henry
◆ Rome, Pompeii, Florence, and Siena for art
◆ Cape Town and Johannesburg for soccer

Royce L.B. Morris Travel Award, Emory & Henry, 2013

◆ Hand written essay as to why I wanted to go to our Study Abroad Destination (Italy)

◆ National Art Fraternity, Kappa Pi