Experience
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation, U. of I.
SEPT. 2022 – SEPT. 2025
Graphic Communications Designer
→ Associate Director of Visual Communications
Led creative strategy and execution for digital and print communications that elevated the university’s research enterprise, serving as the design lead. Collaborated with leadership to shape campaigns from concept to launch, guiding budgets, creative direction, and vendor partnerships. Evolved OVCRI’s visual identity and built adaptable assets used across research units. Mentored student designers and proposed new staffing approaches to strengthen creative output. Represented the office in university-wide initiatives and cross-campus collaborations.
Siebel Center for Design, U. of I.
JAN. 2021 – SEPT. 2022
Graphic Design Coordinator
→ Lead Graphic Designer
Partnered with the Associate Director of Marketing to build SCD’s visual identity from the ground up, coinciding with the grand opening of its new campus building. Led the design and rollout of creative assets for events, programs, and courses across diverse audiences. Supervised a small communications team of student designers, a photographer, and a writer, while directing website design, environmental graphics, and building signage projects to bring the brand to life.
Office of Strategic Marketing & Branding, U. of I.
JAN. 2019 – JAN. 2021
Strategic Design Specialist
Collaborated with the Brand Marketing Director to develop and implement university brand standards. Designed assets for major institutional campaigns including Illini Fest, Homecoming, and COVID-19 initiatives. Supported campus adoption of brand and web standards through UI/UX research and system design.
Creative Services, U. of I.
JUNE 2017 – JAN. 2019
Strategic Design Specialist
Created print and digital communications aligned with client marketing goals. Collaborated with web developers and marketing teams to translate creative briefs into effective design solutions and functional web interfaces.
The Premier Print Group
AUG. 2016 – JUNE 2016
Graphic Designer
Designed marketing and print materials for a variety of clients, ensuring quality and consistency across production.
Neutral Design Studio
SUMMER 2016
Graphic Design Intern
Supported branding and layout projects for studio clients on a contract basis.
Research Park, U. of I.
JULY 2014 – AUG. 2016
Graphic Design Intern
Developed digital and print materials for startups and research-based companies, enhancing brand presence and communication tools.
Education
Class of 2017
BFA in Graphic Design – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, College of Fine & Applied Arts
Class of 2014
AA in Graphic Design – Parkland College, Art & Design
Tools & Software
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Miro
- Sketch
- Figma (taking courses)
- WordPress
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
- Basecamp
- Clickup
- Airtable
