Philosophy
Design is more than making something look "good", it's about helping people make meaningful connections with a brand. Trends fade and objectives change over time. But it’s my passion to listen, find the heart of the story, and visually voice it with authenticity and purpose.
Resume
Below are my professional accomplishments and activity highlights. Please download my resume for an in-depth description of my work experiences and responsibilities.
Professional Experience
Creative Strategist
Mlive Media Group
May 2015 - Present
Creative Director
Blue Wheel Media
Nov 2014 - May 2015
Co-Owner & Operator
Binary Star Studio
Jan 2013 - Nov 2014
Graphic Design Intern
Eastern Michigan University
Art Department
Aug 2011 - Aug 2013
Graphic Design Intern
Q Ltd
June 2011 - Aug 2011
Education
Eastern Michigan University
BFA: Graphic Design
Minor in Psychology
2009 - 2013
Washtenaw
Community College
2007 - 2009
Involvements & Achievements
AIGA Detroit
Member
2012 – 2013, 2015 – present
AIGA: Annual Student Portfolio Review
Panel Speaker
2014 & 2016
Bronze Stevie Award
Motor City Open Website:
Non-profit Organizations Category | 2017
The Upper Room
Social Media Volunteer
2015 - 2017
The Sample Room Blog
Work Featured | 2014
Detroit Artist’s Market
Work Featured | 2014
Good Wood Exhibition
Work Featured | 2013
Hands On Exhibition
Work Featured | 2012
Missionaries of Charity
Food Pantry Volunteer
2011 – 2012
Skills & Areas of Expertise
Adobe Creative Suite
Photography
Product Styling
Print Production
Wordpress
HTML & CSS
Microsoft Suite
Screen Printing
Creative Marketing Strategy
Branding & Identity Design
Social Media Marketing
Content Creation
Creative Direction
Website Design & UX
Client Communication & Relationships
References
Khalida Cook
President/Partner,
Digital Diagnosis
(239) 691-0272
Michelle Baker
Creative Strategist,
Mlive Media Group
(517) 414-0647
Michael White
Marketing Performance Analytics Lead,
General Motors
(248) 760-4200
Deonna Labert
Owner/President,
Raven & Writing Desk LLC
(810) 908-3995
William Luke
Chevrolet Global Analytics Lead, General Motors
(734) 589-4902
