about me

For as long as I can remember, I have always been very interested in the arts. I began training as a dancer at a very young age with a lifelong career in mind. I dedicated my entire childhood to this ever-growing passion of mine. When a latent birth defect was finally discovered, I was told I would never dance again. I was more devastated and clueless as to what my new future would now consist of. I took my first graphic design class in my junior year of high school and instantly fell in love with this newfound art form. I continued to take numerous art courses throughout my high school career and knew that graphic design was my new calling. Starting in Fall 2018, I studied at the University of South Carolina, pursuing a bachelor's degree in graphic design. I maintained a 3.7 GPA and was recognized on the Dean's List. ​ My first job in the graphic design industry was in my freshman year of college when I was employed by the university's creative services office. There, I designed both print and web ads for campus events and student organizations. I also interacted with clients and designed graphics for numerous businesses in and around Columbia, South Carolina. In May 2019, I worked as a full-time intern at Splash Omnimedia in Lexington, South Carolina. I gained a lot of knowledge about the marketing world after having the opportunity to work with a team of professional designers, client managers, video producers, brand strategists, and a sales team. Shortly before my internship ended, I was offered a full-time position at Splash Omnimedia. I continued to grow and further my expertise by designing logos and building brands to fit the client's vision. Along with branding, I designed a large range of print collateral, including direct mailers, brochures, stationery, business cards, and more. I also designed websites and quality checked their responsiveness. I completed many large format projects ranging from trade show displays to billboards. Additionally, I worked on numerous paid and organic social ads, as well as digital displays. Beyond design, I effectively communicate with many local, regional, and national clients. Following this position, I worked as a graphic designer with Motivated Marketing, tackling a whole new set of challenges that differed from my previous day-to-day tasks. I primarily focused on work for the automotive industry. I designed print materials, social media ads, and digital displays for a variety of clients such as Dodge, Jeep, Ford, Chevrolet, Toyota, and more. I also designed logos, created brand identities, and occasionally designed websites. I collaborated with account executives and the creative team in order to deliver creative that targeted each clients’ specific needs. I currently work as a UX/UI designer for Lounge Lizard Worldwide, a website design & digital agency based out of New York City. Here, I primarily work on website design for clients in various industries such as retail, healthcare, architecture, and more. I focus on designing eye-catching creative that not only fits the clients' specific needs, but considers best UX/UI practices for website responsiveness. I interact and meet with clients regularly to present creative & wireframe any materials needed. As a creative, I am naturally imaginative, passionate, and driven. Through my use of problem-solving skills and collaboration, I am willing and ready to take on any project that is thrown in my direction. In my multiple years of marketing experience, my knowledge and passion for this industry has only grown. I am eager to further my career and take on new challenges.