Hi! Welcome to my corner of the Internet.
I'm a Miami-based graphic designer with a BFA in Graphic Design from Barry University and 8 years of work experience. I'm also someone who's simply passionate about life in general, and I'm constantly fascinated by everything the universe has to offer, including all areas of knowledge.
I enjoy the field of graphic design for two main reasons: it acts as a wonderful median between creativity and functionality–both of which I value–and it allows me to work in a variety of areas. Every piece of work provides new challenges, unique interactions with others and the opportunity to acquire more knowledge.
At any given moment, I'm probably excited about something and listening to music. And in my spare time, I'm likely talking about fictional characters, writing a story, or reading about space, dinosaurs and other amazing parts of the universe.
SKILL SET
Proficient in...
Google Platforms
Microsoft Platforms
Adobe Acrobat
MailChimp
Expert in...
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Photo Editing
Experienced in creating ads and marketing materials; preparing files for press; tracking image rights usage; layout design and typesetting; digital graphics for social media and websites; and infographics. Familiar with template creation in MailChimp, and professional photography. Detail-oriented, proficient in copyediting, and adept at communication and collaboration in a high-speed environment. Excellent time management skills, calm under pressure, and experienced in working independently to meet deadlines.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Zimmerman Advertising
Fort Lauderdale, FL
2-4/20 - Pre-Press Technician
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Proofread and created high-resolution files for client-approved ads according to publication/vendor specifications
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Converted colors and ink density, adhered to dimensions/sizes, and electronically sent all elements in a timely manner
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Corresponded with Creative Traffic and Account Services teams on a daily basis
Gulfstream Media Group
Fort Lauderdale, FL
11/15-12/19 - Graphic Artist
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Created, edited, and reformatted print and digital advertisements for 7 various magazine publications
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Retouched images and purchased stock photos
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Collaborated with clients on ad proofs
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Worked closely with the production manager to compile final files for press
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Created all internal marketing materials for sales teams and social media, and redesigned media kits
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Created digital images for internal social media, websites and newsletters, as well as for clients' programmatic ad campaigns
G3 Engineering Design
7/14 - 11/15 - Graphic Designer
& Executive Assistant
Davie, FL
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Edited digital files
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Created branding/signage
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Designed ads
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Updated website info
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Assisted with file organization and various office tasks, including copyediting
Sunshine Tournaments
7 - 9/14 - Graphic Designer
Miami Shores, FL
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Created/edited logos
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Designed graphics for website
Barry University
8/12 - 5/13 - Graphic Designer
for The Barry Buccaneer
Miami Shores, FL
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Designed graphics for stories and featured center spreads
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Organized general layout of content while leading efforts to improve the entire newspaper’s design overall
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Constantly communicated and cooperated with the editorial team
1/11-5/12 - Assistant Marketing Coordinator
Miami Shores, FL
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Designed campus posters for events
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Created online graphics for Student Web and The Department of Student Involvement & Engagement
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
Florida Magazine Association (FMA) Charlie Awards
2018: General Excellence – Best Advertorial:
Story or Section (Consumer - 20k+)
for Jupiter Magazine - Bronze Award (Third Place)
2017: General Excellence – Best Advertisement:
For A Client (Open Circulation)
for Stuart Magazine - Silver Award (Second Place)
2016: General Excellence – Best Ad: Self-Promo
for Jupiter Magazine - Silver Award (Second Place)
Florida College Press Association Award
2013: Feature Design, Non-Weekly
for The Barry Buccaneer - Second Place
Barry University - Andy Gato Gallery
9 - 11/19 One+One - Collaborative Faculty + Alumni Exhibition
3 - 4/19 Alumni Exhibition
4 - 9/14 2014 Senior Exhibition
3 - 4/14 Kappa Pi Exhibition
2 - 4/13 The 5th Graphic Design Exhibition
3 - 4/13 Kappa Pi Exhibition
2 - 4/11 The 4th Graphic Design Exhibition
EDUCATION
'14
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Barry University, Miami, FL.
Summa Cum Laude - 4.0 GPA
Academic Honor Societies
Kappa Pi
Phi Eta Sigma
Alpha Chi
Delta Epsilon Iota
Kappa Gamma Pi
Delta Epsilon Sigma
Scholarships
Barry University Scholarship, Art/Graphic Design Scholarship, Florida Academic Scholars, & Goizueta Minority Empowerment