EXPERIENCE

Graphic Design Intern

Legrand // West Hartford, CT // 2013-Present
Develop unique designs within brand standards Design various materials including brochures, case study information sheets & trade show displays Reformat packaging to comply with company standards Assist company in the transition of rebranding Meet aggressive deadlines

EDUCATION
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Studio Art Concentration: Communication Design Minor: Digital Arts, May 2014

ACHIEVEMENTS
Awarded for thesis project called Typographic Sensory displayed at the 2014 BFA Exhibition For an academically outstanding junior year student majoring in graphic arts with a record of demonstrated academic achievement

Graphic Designer

Teachers Choice Award, 2014 Robert Manley Award, 2013

Design Center // Storrs, CT // 2013-Present

Create print, web and designs for clients Collaborate with design team on projects through brainstorming & critiques Clients include Contemporary Art Galleries, Paul Muldoon, Counterproof Press, 2014 MFA Exhibition & UConn Magazine

Student Graphic Designer

UConn Student Programs Ofce // Storrs, CT // 2011Present

Promote campus events through the design of weekly posters Designed logo for the Native American Culture Society Create T-shirt graphics for various events and concerts Manage multiple projects at a time

Portfolio pieces displayed in the Contemporary Art Galleries for Scholarship Show

Contemporary Art Galleries Scholarship Exhibition, 2011-2013

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, AfterEffects, Premiere Pro & Dreamweaver Basic HTML & CSS Digital & lm photography Printmaking & bookmaking experience

Columbia, CT // 2009Present

Freelance Graphic Designer

Independently direct & design projects Created identity for an independent jewelry brand Produced graphics and apparel designs for the Columbia Autumn Classic Road Race & Columbia Windham Columbus Day Soccer Tournament

QUALIFICATIONS
Strong time management skills Able to work independently & as a team member Creative problem solving skills Able to work in fast paced environments Innovative thinker Passionate Fast Learner Motivated

Banquet Server & Bartender

University of Connecticut Catering // Storrs, CT // 20102012

Served & interacted with customers to give a satisfying dining experience Setup & maintained bar at banquets Coordinated with co-workers to ensure all tasks were completed Created an accommodating environment /RECOMMENDATIONS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST/

FUN FACTS My favorite typeface is Knockout Been an AIGA member since 2011 Collected over 100 T-shirts Cannot throw away magazines I can wink with either eye I am a dog lover Obsessed with iced tea Pinterest addict My favorite color is Pantone 5125 My favorite designer is Paula Scher The glass is half full Detail-oriented