Hello World!
I’m a visual designer based in Durham, North Carolina, where I’ve been crafting publications and digital creative for over a decade. My journey began in Northeast Ohio at the Cleveland Institute of Art, where I studied illustration and biomedical art – a foundation that taught me to balance creativity with precision. Since relocating to Durham, I’ve built my career with AroundCampus Group and related sister companies, CollegiateParent and College Marketing Group, specializing in multi-market publications and developing efficient creative workflows.
Career Journey
2009–2013
The Cleveland Institute of Art
BFA Illustration
Foundation in creative and technical skills – illustration, biomedical art, creative writing, large format printing, and graphic design.
2015–2018
AroundCampus Group
Project Design Manager
Managed design and production of ad-sponsored college planners, fulfilled via a robust nationwide intern program.
2018–2019
Verge Campus
Art Director
Lead design for Verge Campus Magazine and website publications.
2019–2026
CollegiateParent & College Marketing Group
Senior Graphic Design Specialist
Lead creative development across multiple brands, producing ad-sponsored university publications and digital marketing campaign creative.
Philosophy & Approach
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Intentional Design Systems
I believe in building robust design systems that scale efficiently while maintaining flexibility for customization. By developing automated workflows and templates, I reduce repetitive tasks and minimize errors, allowing more time for creative problem-solving and innovation.
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Inclusive Best Practices
I’m committed to incorporating accessibility best practices in my work. While compliance becomes more challenging to implement later in a project’s lifecycle, it’s consistently achievable when prioritized from the beginning. I advocate for and implement improvements that make content more accessible to diverse audiences.
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Print-Digital Integration
I specialize in creating publications that work seamlessly across print and digital formats. This means understanding the unique requirements of each medium – from managing print specifications and signature efficiencies to engineering flexible digital layouts.
Software Suites
Technical Toolkit
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Design & Production
- Adobe Creative Cloud (InD, Ps, Ai)
- Advanced InDesign automation and GREP
- Digital PDF optimization and accessibility
- Print production and prepress preparation
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Digital & Web
- MJML email framework
- WordPress administration
- Web content management
- Display ad creation for multiple contexts
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Business & Collaboration
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Canva (for client handoff)
- Project management tools
- Documentation systems
Current Work
I currently specialize in producing customized publications that serve both print and digital distribution channels. My work includes developing parent & family guides, student planners, and lifestyle magazines – often managing multiple editions simultaneously while coordinating across stakeholders and meeting tight production deadlines.
