Resume
PDF of my resume is available here.
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EXPERIENCE
Junior Studio Designer
Dudnyk – Horsham, PA
December 2019 - Present
• Prepare mechanical files to ensure correct bleeds, die lines, inks, resolution, and brand standards in collab with Production department
• Support art directors by taking product and portrait photos, sketching concepts, laying out initial designs, editing marginal annotations, updating PowerPoints, and creating 3D graphics
• Art direct company social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter) by planning feed posts, designing all graphics, and shooting/editing stylized photos for gradual brand refresh
• Perform miscellanous tasks as-needed, including taking all company headshots, shooting video for pro-bono work, animating graphics for social media and video titles, and photographing office events
Freelance Strategist & Graphic Designer
Transformative Education Associates – Philadelphia, PA
October 2017 - Present
• Currently designing content strategy to engage target audience and convert leads on Facebook, Instagram, and blog platforms
• Currently concepting and designing UI/UX of company app called Therame while working with front-end and back-end web developers
• Completely redesigned Squarespace website
• Rebranded entire company by designing new logo and collateral including business cards, email and PowerPoint templates, and more
Graphic Designer
National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC)
January 2018 – April 2018 | Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
• The challenge: Make Ocean Spray relevant to Millennials ages 25-35
• Our answer: Empower Millennials to “make waves” in their everyday lives and communities, fueled by the tart and bold flavor of cranberry
• My role: Stepped up as lead designer for 20-page plans book detailing campaign strategy, creative, and metrics. Contributed to team strategy and creative executions. Assisted in designing Keynote presentation
• The result: Won 2nd place in District 2 and an unforgettable experience working on a full “agency” team
Director of Graphic Design
Freely Magazine at Temple University
May 2018 - August 2019
• Led and mentored team of 5 design students in creating illustrations and print designs by teaching best practices and critiquing designs
• Trained team members to eventually take over and lead the team
Vice Director of Graphic Design
Freely Magazine at Temple University
November 2016 - May 2018
• Conceptualized and designed illustrations for articles, 3-5 per month
• Launched and maintained WordPress.org website
• Crafted magazine’s brand identity for web and print
Freelance Graphic Designer
The Mighty Engine – Philadelphia, PA
July 2018 - September 2018
• Supported Art Director during event launches on an as-needed basis
Graphic Designer
Klein College Career Center at Temple University
August 2016 - August 2018
• Reported to Director of Career Services and created all designs for the Career Center, including print pieces, social media, and web graphics
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Achievements
American Advertising Addy Award
Silver, Cross-platform category
Awarded by Philly Ad Club, 2019
Campaign: Rewrite the Story
Awarded by Philly Ad Club, 2019
Campaign: Rewrite the Story
Dapper Award: Da Vinci Award
Temple Department of Advertising and Public Relations Awards
National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC)
District 2 - Second Place Winners
View pdf of campaign plans book here.
View pdf of campaign plans book here.
Research Presentation Speaker
Temple Undergraduate Research Forum
Creative Works Symposium (TURF CreWS)
Temple Undergraduate Research Forum
Creative Works Symposium (TURF CreWS)
April 2016
Temple University Dean’s List
Fall 2015 - Spring 2018
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Education
B.A. in Advertising, Art Direction Concentration
Temple University – Philadelphia, PA
Klein College of Media and Communication
Graduated May 2018
Summa Cum Laude (GPA: 3.92)
Summa Cum Laude (GPA: 3.92)