Education

  • Master of Science - Human Computer Interaction (University of Maryland)

    In this program, I will learn how to design, evaluate, and implement user-friendly digital interfaces while understanding the psychological and social aspects of user behavior.

  • The courses in this certificate included building wireframes and low-fidelity prototypes, conducting UX research and usability studies, creating high-fidelity designs and prototypes, and responsive web design.

  • M.Ed Higher Education Administration - North Carolina State University

    I learned how to effectively navigate the complexities of higher education policies, leadership, and organizational dynamics to enhance student success and institutional effectiveness.

  • BFA concentrating in Graphic Design - Towson University (Honors College)
    In this program, I learned to effectively blend creativity with technical skills to produce visually compelling designs that communicate meaningful messages.

    Typography, Identity Design, Design for Social Good, Package Design, Photography, Web Design

Skills

Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, Figma, Sketch, UX Design, UX Research, Squarespace, Digital Design, Print Design, Written and Verbal Communication, Brand Identity, Content Creation, Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Problem Solving, Mailchimp, Wordpress.

Work Experience

Graphic Design Consultant
2017-Present

Presentations - Create presentations through powerpoint, canva, and google slides.

Logo & Branding - design logos and branding standards for small businesses & professional organizations.

Style Guides - produce style guides for small businesses and professional organizations.

Print & Digital Marketing - design content for email marketing, reports, pamphlets, and other projects.

Web Design/Template Building - Build website templates for small businesses.

Graduate Student Services Coordinator
North Carolina State University-College of Design
2021-July 2024

Served as liaison between the NC State University Graduate School and the Graduate Programs of the College of Design.

Resource & Content Management - Edited College of Design Website to reflect updated information and display college and university resources.

Presentation Design - Created powerpoint presentations for new student orientations and resource events.

Data Management - Managed admissions, enrollment, and graduation processes and procedures for two doctoral-level programs and five masters-level programs.

Communication - Served as primary contact through written and verbal communication for prospective graduate students for each graduate program in the College of Design.

Teamwork - Worked on a team with College Scheduling Officer, Undergraduate Student Services Specialist, and Academic Advisors in the delivery of services to 800+ students and faculty, and the public. 

Brainstorming - Served on a Graduate Student Task Force Committee to analyze and find solutions to issues effecting the graduate student community.

Operations - Initiated the hiring process and provide onboarding information to new Research Assistants and Teaching Assistants.

Graduate Admissions Assistant
North Carolina State University-Poole College of Management
2019-2021

Marketing - Created print and digital content for marketing and organized logistics for prospective student events in fall semesters and admitted student events in spring semesters.

Content Development - Coordinated content redevelopment and a structural redesign of distributing information to prospective and admitted students in the midst of new constraints due to the pandemic. 

Collaboration - Partnered with the Global, Career, Advising, and Diversity and Inclusion teams within the Office of Undergraduate Programs to create informative presentations for prospective students and admitted students at recurring information sessions.

Data Management - Compiled data and designed reports for prospective and admitted student enrollment information.

Information Architecture - Aided in reorganization of Poole Website after conversion to Wordpress Gutenberg. 

Training - Trained student ambassadors on best practices for informing and interacting with prospective students.\

Diversity and Inclusion - Brainstormed with the Admissions and Diversity & Inclusion teams to investigate ways to increase underrepresented student admittance and enrollment in Poole College of Management.

Graphic Designer/Design Assistant
Human Rights Campaign
2018-2019 (Employee)
2019-Present (Consultant)

Operations - Processed invoices, communicated printing specifications, and conducted other project management duties with vendors, including photographers and printers.

Print & Digital Design - produced digital and print materials for the HRC Political Action Committee (PAC) and the HRC Foundation for political campaigns and social justice initiatives.

Project Management - Created style guides, promotional and event material for various programs including the HIV/AIDS Awareness program and the HBCU Empowerment program.

Monitored the brand expression of HRC utilized by central teams and satellite committees across the United States.

Collaboration - Worked on a team with other marketing and communications professionals including videographers, copywriters, copy editors, and digital marketers.

Collaborated cross-departmentally on projects for the advancement of HRC’s values; often multiple projects at once.

Brainstorming- Participated in focus groups and employee resource groups to analyze cultural and societal issues in the LGBTQ community and communities of color. 

Arts Outreach & Engagement Intern
North Carolina State University-Arts NC State
2020-2021

Marketing - Constructed and executed digital marketing campaigns for over 20 virtual and in-person events to engage students in NC State art events and activities. Campaigns included social media marketing and other digital design needs.

Data Management - Analyzed survey data in order to implement innovative arts programs and practices for undergraduate and graduate students, including creating an anti-racist resource for arts programs.

Academic & Student Affairs Assessment Intern
North Carolina State University-Division of Academic & Student Affairs
2020

Marketing - Created social media marketing to advertise surveys to new students and edited presentations for university-wide trainings.

Data Management - coded data received through first-term student survey

Survey Evaluation - Assisted with the administration and analysis of division-wide surveys and supported the assessment of DASA units through review of outcomes and measures.

Graphic Design Intern
Towson University- Office of Marketing and Comms
2015-2017

Print & Digital Design- Completed design projects for open houses, company retreats, and annual report information.

Teaching Assistant
Fall 2024

As a Teaching Assistant for a misinformation class at the University of Maryland, College Park, my duties include facilitating discussions, assisting with course material preparation, and providing support to students in their research projects. I collaborate with the professor to organize lectures and ensure that students understand key concepts related to misinformation in various media. Additionally, I grade assignments, provide feedback, and hold office hours to address student inquiries and concerns. My role is vital in helping foster an engaging learning environment where students can critically analyze the complexities of misinformation.

Graphic Design Intern
Menkiti Group- Keller Williams Properties
Summer 2016

Print & Digital Design - Participated in the process of receiving, creating, and completing design projects requested by campus partners. This included internal and external marketing material for the University.