Education

Master’s Degree Candidate,
Visual Communication Design
2018 - 2019 and Present
Rochester Institute of Technology

Associates Degree,
Visual Communication Design
2017 - 2018
Monroe Community College

Bachelor's Degree,
Studio Art, Art History
2012 - 2015
University of North Carolina Wilmington

Associates Degree,
Art, Studio Art
2010 - 2012
Cape Fear Community College

Work History

Art Director
Accelerate Media
2025 - Present

Partner with marketing strategists to shape campaign concepts and creative direction across digital, social, and video channels. Translate business goals and audience insights into cohesive design systems and storytelling that drive engagement and strengthen brand identity. Lead creative projects from concept through delivery, providing direction and feedback to designers and collaborating with developers and content teams to ensure design integrity and consistency across all platforms.

Freelance Senior Art Director/Designer
Many local and national companies
2023 - Present

Collaborated with agencies and brands to direct and execute creative campaigns across digital, experiential, and print platforms. Partnered with teams at Partners + Napier, Truth Collective, and other local and national businesses to deliver high-impact work for clients including Cisco, Bumble, IHOP, and Docusign. Provided creative leadership and clear visual direction across diverse projects, ensuring brand consistency and strong storytelling from concept to completion.

Graphic Designer/Art Director
Digital Hyve - Butler/Till,
Rochester NY
2020 - 2023

Collaborated with copywriters and strategists to develop integrated campaign concepts that aligned creative storytelling with client objectives. Played a key role in the agency’s growth from startup to major regional player, contributing to large-scale branding and marketing initiatives for local and national clients. Led creative teams from concept through completion, providing direction, feedback, and mentorship to ensure high-quality, strategically aligned outcomes. Partnered with the creative director to shape campaign direction and elevate the agency’s overall creative output.