If you’ve seen me around the metro, you might recognize me as the woman in the yellow blazer or cardigan. While I don’t have a curious monkey by my side, I do love the color yellow, and I bring a curiosity-driven approach to design.

With ten years of experience, I specialize in branding, brand strategy, packaging design, social media design, and creative project management—helping businesses build cohesive, scalable identities that not only look great but perform across every touchpoint, from packaging and print to websites and digital campaigns. I’m passionate about creating brand systems that combine visual storytelling with thoughtful user experience, ensuring clarity, consistency, and lasting impact.

Whether developing a full brand identity, crafting engaging social content, or managing complex creative projects from concept to launch, I bring a collaborative, detail-focused approach to every partnership.

And yes, if you are curious, that Fitbit is always on. :)

a little About Me

Industry Skillset

Adobe Suite

Proficient and Excellent with InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Photoshop. Familiar with After Effects and Premiere Pro.

Google Suite

Proficient and Excellent with Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets.

Microsoft Suite

Experienced with PowerPoint and Word.
Familiar with Xcel.

Misc. Technical

Proficient and Excellent with Canva, Monday.com, UX PIN, and 3Ds Max. Familiarity with ADA Compliance for Web, Web Best Practices, WordPress and QuickBooks.

Technical - Project Focused

Proficient and experienced in Brand and Logo Identity, Visual Design, Packaging, Social Media Design, Print and Digital Design, and Web Design.

Interpersonal

Excellent at Project Management, Multi-tasking, Organizing, Communication, Process Development, and Collaboration.

INTJ

Resume - Industry experience

Aug 2021 - Present

Art Director

Farmboy Marketing and Web Development

  • Oversaw, directed, and project-managed creative deliverables for multiple projects, including Brand Identities, packaging, social media graphics, trade show applications, marketing collateral, and web design.

  • Supervised and provided regular leadership, guidance, and feedback to the creative team.

  • Conducted regular department meetings to communicate project updates, address concerns, and foster a collaborative work environment.

  • Coordinated and collaborated with clients, freelancers, and other department members to ensure a smooth project execution.

  • Developed project deliverables and designer schedules, ensuring timely completion of projects within scope and meet project deadlines.

  • Assigned tasks, set performance expectations, and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.

Jan 2021 - Aug 2021

Graphic Designer

Farmboy Marketing and Web Development

  • Assisted with the creation and development of brand identities and creative direction alongside the art director.

  • Created visually engaging and functional web designs, packaging, and social media graphics, signage, icons, and branding.

  • Translated client requirements, user needs, and technical requirements into designs that were visually engaging and problem-solving.

  • Monitored project hours within the project budget.

  • Prioritized multiple projects and daily tasks simultaneously.

June 2020 - Nov 2020

Jr. Graphic Designer - Contract

Agency (Formerly Wildfire Mail)

  • Generated, designed, and edited various direct mail pieces.

  • Translated client requirements and compliance regulations into designs.

  • Conceptualized and edited identity marks.

  • Collaborated and assisted senior design team when needed on special projects.

May 2019 - April 2020

Graphic Design Intern

Dotdash Meredith (Formerly Meredith Corporation)

  • Designed and edited various printed layouts, including booklets and presentations for Better Homes & Garden, EatingWell, and Allrecipes brands.

  • Generated social media assets for Instagram and Pinterest.

  • Assisted in sourcing images for multiple development projects.

  • Conceptualized and edited identity marks.

  • Coordinated and assisted with handling booklets and printed materials for print production.

Jan 2017 - Nov 2017

Graphic Design Intern

F+W Media Inc.

  • Designed and edited various magazine layouts and advertisements for quilting magazine publications under the direction of the art director.

  • Conceptualized and edited online PDF layouts and miscellaneous applications, such as DVD jacket covers for quilting DVDs.

  • Assisted with setting up materials and quilts for photography shoots.

Aug 2016 - Jan 2017

Graphic Designer

Images 360 (Formerly Signs Now)

  • Assisted the art team in creating custom designs for clients, including signage, posters, flyers, lanyards, and flags.

  • Assisted the production team with the preparation of vinyl pieces, including weeding and cutting.

Resume - Education

Aug 2018 - April 2020

Bachelor of Arts
Graphic Design

Grand View University

  • Interactive Media Minor

Aug 2017 - May 2018

Animation and Rich Media Diploma

Des Moines Area Community College

Aug 2015 - May 2017

Associate of Applied Science
Graphic Design

Des Moines Area Community College

  • Visual Communications Diploma

  • Certificates in Digital Illustration, Interactive Media, and InDesign.

Achievements & Affiliations

  • Member 2021 - Present

  • Board Member, assisted with graphic design on award show items. August 2020 - August 2021.

  • Student crew member, assisted with graphic design on award show items. September 2019 - August 2020.

  • Winner of Student Best of Category for Identity Mark in 2020.

  • Winner of Student Best of Category for Book Design in 2017.