Education
BFA in Communication Design
SUNY Buffalo State College - Buffalo, NY
Software Skills
Figma
InDesign
Illustrator
Photoshop
After Effects
Powerpoint
Sketch
Canva
Gemini and Chat GPT
Experience
Welldoc Inc., Remote - Communication Designer
JAN 2022 - PRESENT
Translate strategic concepts into engaging design solutions that consistently reinforce brand identity across print and digital platforms, driving audience engagement and brand recognition.
Lead creative direction for event activations, including 3D rendered booth visuals, large-format signage, and promotional materials.
Plan, produce, and execute marketing assets across campaigns, case studies, white papers, social media, email, direct mail, posters, and sales collateral, ensuring alignment with business objectives and messaging.
Incorporate AI-powered tools across Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and Canva to automate production tasks, enhance visual content creation, accelerate concept exploration, and improve overall design workflow efficiency.
Develop and deliver persuasive design presentations, clearly communicating the story, rationale, and strategy behind creative solutions to internal teams and stakeholders.
Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams and agencies to enhance design solutions, optimize efficiency, and uphold standards of speed, accuracy, and excellence.
Mentor design interns, providing constructive feedback and creative guidance that elevates both individual growth and overall project quality.
Adapt seamlessly between high-level design thinking and hands-on execution, prioritizing high-impact work while maintaining quality under tight deadlines.
Freelance - Remote, Graphic Designer
AUG 2021 - PRESENT
Develop custom visual identities and marketing assets for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Provide end-to-end design services including logos, brand guidelines, business cards, and event collateral. Partner closely with clients to deliver creative solutions that elevate their brand presence and support business growth.
Citi Group, Getzville, NY - Presentation Specialist
FEB 2021 - JUL 2021
Produced a variety of marketing materials (e.g. pitch books, deal books, custom covers, templates, infographics, etc.) using MS Office and Adobe applications at an advanced level
Assisted with the production of creative PPT pitch books and offered conceptual and visual solutions to enhance client materials
Traced and produced logos, maps and illustrations
Ensured all materials produced were correctly branded as per Client
standards and advised clients on the use of the Client brandLiaised directly with workflow staff and clients to determine deadlines, job instructions and design requirements
Was responsible for quality control of own work, as well as assisted
colleagues
AKS Design, Lakewood, NY - Graphic Designer
FEB 2021 - JUL 2021
Part time independent contractor, graphic designer at a sign manufacturing company while attending college. Graphic design work that included creating logos, yard signs, T shirt’s graphics, window graphics, business cards, flyers, etc.
Other Experience
Thrifty Difty, Lakewood, NY - Self Ran Thrift Shop
SUMMERS 2018 - 2022
Manage and curate operations through Instagram, ensuring a seamless and engaging customer experience
Created logo and social media posts
Oversee the end-to-end process of showcasing products, from sourcing unique clothing items through thrifting to potentially re-designing them, and finally auctioning them to the highest bidders
Develop and implement strategies to increase visibility, engagement, and sales on Instagram, leveraging the platform’s features and algorithms effectively
Cultivate and maintain excellent relationships with local Instagram community and customer base, fostering brand loyalty and advocacy