As a multimedia designer and ethnographer I am able to empathize with my clients goals and needs. Having a background in Anthropology and Ethnography allows me to conduct research, and synthesize all of that information to develop a nuanced understanding of your design needs. From that I am able to come with a range of creative ideas, that actually solve your problem. My goal as your multimedia designer is always to understand your needs, explore creative ideas, and then materialize those ideas into stunning content that will wow you.
Through my experience designing for various social media platforms, I have learned to adapt my work to reach different niche audiences. I understand the nuances and complexities that the diversity of audiences across social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok require. I’m well versed in creating a visual narrative that, while sticking to a cohesive messaging brief, changes to reach target viewers. This means not just understanding different aspect ratios for each platform but knowing that the tone on one platform (Instagram for example) is casual while content on another platform (like Facebook) needs to be more formal, in order to reach our ideal audience. I can recognize and harness the power of working between a variety of platforms to reach and empower the viewers that will respond to the work that we do.
Education
School of Motion
Animation Bootcamp, 2022
Seattle Central Creative Academy
Graphic Design, 2014 – 2016
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts,
Sociocultural Anthropology, 2011 – 2013
Photocenter NW
Digital Photography, 2012
Seattle Central Community College
Associates of Arts, 2009 – 2011
Skills
Adaptive, flexible, and broad design skill set
Sharp ideation, and visual storytelling
Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
Experienced in social media campaign content
Enthusiastic and strong communication
Manage multiple projects simultaneously
Priority triage and excellent time management
Research and synthesizing complex information
Digital photography, videography, lighting and audio
Software
Fluent in both PC and MAC platforms.
Advanced in Adobe Creative Suite, working extensively in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign Premier Pro, AfterEffects, and Bridge. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Slack, Monday.com.
Awards
Pride Foundation
Scholar, 2015
University of Washington
Dean’s list, 2012 – 2013
Seattle Central Community College
Dean’s list, 2010 – 2011
Experience
The Communications Hub at Fuse Washington, Seattle, WA
Senior Multimedia Designer, June 2020 – Present
Diversify Fuse’s communications tactics, with a specific focus on social media content, motion graphics, and video production. Develop, initiate, and oversee delivery of concepts, projects, and guidelines to maintain cohesive visuals. Collaborate with internal teams and external coalitions to produce digital and print designs, video, and branding suites. Project manage numerous multi-faceted social media and video ad campaigns across multiple platforms. Manage budget and equipment for video program. Manage, end-to-end, all video production and post-production including lighting and audio. Design and present graphic design trainings. Mentor and support graphic design and video production learning. Currently serving on Fuse’s Racial Equity Team.
Alliance for Gun Responsibility, Seattle, WA
Contract Graphic Designer, February 2018
Designed high-quality, attention grabbing print and digital advertising within a time critical production cycle for political advocacy campaign. Adhered to the brand’s design details and style guidelines. Color corrected, retouched and digitally enhanced images. Packaged preflight files for print vendor.
NWP Consulting, Seattle, WA
Freelance Graphic Designer, July 2016 – September 2017
Worked on over twenty political campaigns, most notably ST3 Mass Transit Now. Developed logos and visual brands for Teresa Mosqueda; Lorena Gonzáles; and King County Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy. Spearheaded implementation of motion graphics into ST3's digital advertising. Managed numerous multi-faceted design projects for social media, digital display ads, print and direct mail simultaneously. Worked closely with the campaign teams and leaders. Responsible for art direction, project management, concept development, and production of print and multimedia digital advertising.
The Stranger Newspaper, Seattle, WA
Production Designer, September 2015 – January 2016
Designed layout for a high volume of client print and web ads within a time sensitive weekly production cycle. Adhered to the brand’s design details, style guidelines, naming conventions, and file-organization and archival. Preformed color correction, retouching and manipulation of images, proofing, and press checks.
AmeriCorps MLK Vista, Jewish Family Service, Seattle, WA
Project Developer, September 2013 – August 2014
Designed and produced monthly event graphics, photography, and print collateral for volunteer recruitment and retention. Participated in trainings and workshops, topics including: Cultural Fluency, Undoing Institutionalized Racism, Transformative Justice, and Conflict Resolution.