EXPERIENCE
Design Director, University Girl Magazine
Syracuse, NY August 2024 – Present
– Lead a team of 10+ designers each semester, offering instruction on fundamental design tools such as Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
– Dictate the creative direction of the magazine, design all front-of-book content and make final decisions on all design elements
– Provide constructive feedback through a four-draft process and collaborate with designers to align individual creative vision with the magazine’s theme
– Manage production timelines, coordinate with editors, and create organizational tools (schedules, templates, presentations) to streamline workflow and improve team efficiency
Apparel Chair, SU Danceworks
Syracuse, NY April 2024 – April 2025
– Ideated, designed and distributed three unique merch drops with three articles of clothing each for an organization of over 100 people
– Collaborated with executive board members, managing differing opinions to find effective solutions through compromise and understanding
Brand Designer, Loom Fabric Box
Syracuse, NY March – May 2024
– Created the Loom brand start to finish, applying design thinking principles to build a cohesive identity including logo variations, brand guidelines, packaging systems with mockups, advertising and social campaigns, and merchandise
– Designed an interactive mobile app prototype in Figma, focusing on user flow, accessibility, brand identity
Adventure Guide, Adventures in Writing Camp
Burlingame, CA June – July 2024
– Guided groups of 20-30 elementary and middle school aged students in games, lessons and activities related to creative writing
– Resolved student conflicts, assisted teachers with classroom management, fostered an open environment
