Professional Summary

Dedicated Project Specialist with extensive experience in project management, photography, and user experience consulting. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, managing complex projects, and delivering high-quality results. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Microsoft Dynamics, and other project management tools. Known for strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. Seeking to leverage expertise in a dynamic environment to drive innovation and exceed client expectations.

Education

BFA in Graphic Design
Centenary College
Jul 2012 - May 2016

Concentrations in Social Media Marketing, Film, and Photography

The Adaptive Imagination 

Project Specialist
Jun 2022 - Present

As a Project Specialist at The Adaptive Imagination, I lead the coordination and execution of diverse projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. My expertise includes project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication. I excel in fostering collaboration among team members and facilitating effective problem-solving to overcome challenges. Leveraging my skills in project management, photography, and user experience consulting, I contribute to the successful delivery of projects in hybrid work environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project planning and coordination

  • Resource allocation and management

  • Risk identification and mitigation

  • Stakeholder communication and relationship management

  • Team collaboration and problem-solving



The Photocoop

Photography Studio Manager
Mar 2019 - Present

As the Photography Studio Manager at The Photocoop, I lead a dynamic team while managing the day-to-day operations of a bustling photography studio in Little Falls, NJ. In addition to overseeing client shoots, editing processes, and studio logistics, I also teach photography and mentor a team of managers and interns. My role involves juggling multiple projects, coordinating with photographers, clients, and vendors, and ensuring seamless project execution and exceptional client satisfaction. I am also responsible for resource allocation, scheduling, budget management, and profitability optimization to drive studio efficiency and success. By leveraging my strong project management skills, I play a pivotal role in driving the success of various photography projects and contributing to the overall growth and success of the studio.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project coordination and management

  • Client communication and satisfaction

  • Team leadership and mentorship

  • Resource allocation and scheduling

  • Budget management and profitability optimization

  • Studio logistics and operations oversight


Upfront.health

User Experience Consultant
Mar 2022 - Nov 2022

At Upfront.health, I led and consulted a team of interns in rebranding and redesigning the company's look and feel. I provided direction, oversaw design processes, and conducted feedback sessions to ensure alignment with company goals. Additionally, I facilitated user testing calls, gathering valuable insights to refine our designs. Through effective leadership and collaboration, we successfully revitalized the company's brand image and enhanced user engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and consult a team of interns in rebranding and redesigning the company's look and feel.

  • Provide direction, oversight, and feedback sessions to ensure alignment with company goals.

  • Facilitate user testing calls to gather valuable insights for design refinement.

  • Successfully revitalize the company's brand image and enhance user engagement through collaboration.



Plott (Part-time)

UI/UX Lead
Jan 2022 - Nov 2022

As the UI/UX Lead at Plott, I spearheaded the creation of the design system and implemented new UI for the website and app, including a component conversion from Sketch to Figma. Additionally, I conducted user testing to gather feedback for iterative improvements and collaborated with the offshore development team in China to refine animations and ensure product alignment. I also streamlined processes and prototyped user flows in Figma, providing stakeholders with interactive prototypes for click-through demonstrations. Furthermore, I led quality assurance efforts for the live product in the Apple App Store.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Spearheaded the creation of the design system and implemented new UI for the website and app, including a component conversion from Sketch to Figma.

  • Conducted user testing to gather feedback for iterative improvements.

  • Collaborated with the offshore development team in China to refine animations and ensure product alignment.

  • Streamlined processes and prototyped user flows in Figma, providing stakeholders with interactive prototypes for click-through demonstrations.

  • Led quality assurance efforts for the live product in the Apple App Store.


SRMCO (Contract)

UI/UX Designer & Photographer
Mar 2020 - Feb 2021

At SRMCO, I served as a UI/UX Designer and Photographer, tasked with consulting and designing on three UI/UX projects for Motive.co. I utilized Adobe XD and Figma to create both low and high-fidelity wireframes, presenting them to stakeholders. Additionally, I directed and photographed the content on all three sites. My role involved collaborating closely with stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver designs that met their needs. Through my expertise in graphic design, photography, and user experience, I contributed to the successful execution of projects and the enhancement of the company's digital presence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Consulted and designed on three UI/UX projects for Motive.co, utilizing Adobe XD and Figma to create wireframes.

  • Directed and photographed the content for all three websites, ensuring visual consistency and quality.

  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver designs that met their needs.

  • Leveraged expertise in graphic design, photography, and user experience to contribute to the enhancement of the company's digital presence.



GENLED Brands 

Graphic Designer and Product Photographer
Jun 2019 - Mar 2020

At GENLED Brands and its subsidiary company Agilight, I served as a Graphic Designer and Product Photographer. My responsibilities included leading the overhaul of rebranding all reading materials, updating over 2000 documents to adhere to new brand guidelines. Additionally, I created and refined visual assets for branding initiatives across print and digital platforms. I collaborated with marketing teams to design and typeset reading materials, ensuring clarity and visual appeal. I also assisted in the redesign of the companies' websites, including user interface enhancements and layout improvements. Furthermore, I photographed products for marketing materials and e-commerce platforms, ensuring high-quality imagery to showcase products effectively. Throughout my role, I ensured brand consistency across all design elements and materials for both the United States and Germany markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Led the overhaul of rebranding all reading materials, updating over 2000 documents to adhere to new brand guidelines.

  • Created and refined visual assets for branding initiatives across print and digital platforms.

  • Collaborated with marketing teams to design and typeset reading materials, ensuring clarity and visual appeal.

  • Assisted in the redesign of the companies' websites, including user interface enhancements and layout improvements.

  • Photographed products for marketing materials and e-commerce platforms, ensuring high-quality imagery to showcase products effectively.

  • Ensured brand consistency across all design elements and materials for both the United States and Germany markets.


Arctic PPC

Creative Director & Designer
Aug 2017 - Jul 2019

As Creative Director and Sole Designer at Arctic PPC, I spearheaded the creative direction for all marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Setting business goals and crafting brand guidelines to align with company objectives.

  • Personally creating all social media content, marketing materials, and print assets.

  • Utilizing data-driven insights and market research to ensure effective creative strategies.

  • Managing all design tasks independently, delivering high-quality visual solutions.

Through my role, I played a key part in establishing and maintaining the company's brand identity, contributing to business growth.



Skills:

  • Graphic Design

  • Photography

  • Digital Photography

  • Product Photography

  • Photo Retouching

  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

  • Adobe XD

  • Figma

  • User Experience (UX) Design

  • Wireframing

  • User Interface (UI) Design

  • Branding

  • Art Direction

  • Social Media Marketing

  • Marketing Materials Design

  • Time Management

  • Leadership

  • Teamwork

  • Customer Service