Design Experience
Graphic Designer | HomeTown Ticketing | September 2021 – December 2022
I worked under the Creative Director to create branded assets such as business cards, social graphics, instructional documents, blog posts, and presentation templates. Additionally, I cataloged, organized, and managed all branded assets into a Marketing Resource Directory for internal use.
Graphic Designer | John Carroll University | January 2019 – September 2021
I worked for the Integrated Marketing and Communications Department to create print and digital designs to further the mission of the university. I have worked with many departments and audiences, including University Advancement, Undergraduate Enrollment, and the nationally-ranked Boler College of Business.
Photographer and Photo Editor | Ripcho Studio | Summer 2018 – December 2018
Ripcho Studio provides the highest quality photography to schools across Ohio and Pennsylvania. I traveled to schools and assemble a mobile, professional photography studio to capture the moments that define their educational experience. I worked with preschool through high school students, students with diverse needs, and faculty and staff.
Additionally, I worked in the studio to curate and perfect images, ensuring students and schools receive the best product possible.
Marketing and Communications Fellow/Artist in Residence | Angels' Place, Inc. | Fall 2017 – Spring 2018
Angels’ Place is a non-profit child care and early childhood education center that serves low-income, single, student parents. As a Marketing and Communications Fellow, I managed social media, digital, and print pieces that further the mission of the organization. As an Artist in Residence, I created and implemented weekly lesson plans for children ages five and younger that strengthen fine motor skills, emotional regulation, literacy, math, and science through creative projects and sensory exploration.
This fellowship is a part of my service with Change A Heart Franciscan Volunteer Program, a program that connects young adults to nonprofits in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
New Media Intern | Notre Dame Office of Recruitment and Communications | Summer 2016 – Summer 2017
I designed print and digital promotional materials for Enrollment and Admissions purposes. In addition to design, I was a part of the student team that creates social media content for the department to connect with prospective students through Tumblr, Snapchat and Instagram accounts.
President | AIGA - Notre Dame Chapter | Fall 2016 – Spring 2017
(previously: Communications Director)
American Institute of Graphic Arts, or AIGA, is the national, professional association for graphic designers. The Notre Dame Chapter is involved in promoting design on campus and creating a community for student designers.
Design Intern | Notre Dame Office of Athletics | Fall 2016 – Spring 2017
I designed social media graphics to promote athletics programs at Notre Dame, including hockey, soccer, baseball, softball, and basketball.
Design Editor | The Dome Yearbook | Summer 2016 – Spring 2017
(previously: Designer and Photographer)
The Design Director works with the overall appearance of the book, including color schemes, typeface choices, and layout designs. I worked closely with the Editor-in-Chief to create a design that fits the theme of the book and will also work with Section Editors to specify design preferences for individual sections.
Media Assistant | Snite Museum of Art | Fall 2015 – Spring 2016
I worked under the Digital Archivist & Multimedia Producer to create quality digital projects, as well as photographing community events at the museum for use in media materials.
Graphic Designer | SwoopIn | Fall 2014 – Fall 2015
I created a logo, color scheme, and other graphic elements for a new app designed to connect Notre Dame students to social opportunities in real time.
Marketing Intern | Home Team Marketing | Summer 2014
I worked with business data on eSpatial and SugarCRM.
I also created mockups of advertising materials and worked with social media accounts.
Designer | iShirt | 2012 – 2015
I designed an annual shirt to be worn by the St. Ignatius High School fans at athletic events. All profits for iShirt benefit Kick-It, a grassroots non-profit that researches juvenile cancer. Over the four-year run, almost 3,000 iShirts were sold with over $6,500 donated to the cause.
Assistant Art Teacher - Summer Enrichment Program | St. Ignatius High School | Summers 2012 & 2013
I worked closely with faculty to create and implement fun and educational art projects with junior high camp participants.
Additional Work Experience
Resident Assistant | Notre Dame Office of Housing | Summer 2017
Resident Assistants assume responsibilities which underscore the important role of residential life in the educational experience of students at the University of Notre Dame. A Resident Assistant has extensive contact with Notre Dame students and serves as a liaison and resource person. Resident Assistants thus promote the integration of all aspects of campus life and assist in establishing a residence hall environment which supports the University’s educational objectives. As role-models and University representatives, Resident Assistants should always conduct themselves in an honest, conscientious, and professional manner.
Explorers Counselor | Arrupe Summer Program | Summer 2015
I taught and mentored at-risk seventh and eighth-graders through activities like sports, art projects, reading, writing, and learning the violin. I also supervised campers during lunch, recess, and field trips and attended daily staff meetings.
Office Assistant | University of Notre Dame Office of Campus Ministry | September 2013 – Spring 2015
I was responsible for answering the phone, preparing Mass cards, running errands, and welcoming guests to the department. Additionally, I designed banners for the Anchor Leadership Program and posters for pilgrimages and retreats.
Education
University of Notre Dame | 2017
BFA, Visual Communications Design
Selected Clients
Cleveland Foundation, Monmouth College, Snite Museum of Art, Notre Dame Office of Admissions, HomeTown Ticketing, Yield Magazine, St. Ignatius High School, Drifter's Project, Navigate Counseling and Consultation Services
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, AfterEffects)
ReadyMag
Social Media
Copywriting and Editing
Google Sites
Squarespace
Digital Photography
Design Thinking
Collaboration
Fundraising
Teaching and Mentoring
Crochet, Knitting, Embroidery
Awards & Honors
The Emil Jacques Gold Medal of Fine Arts | 2017
The Emil Jacques Gold Medal of Fine Arts is oldest and most prestigious of departmental distinctions. The medal is awarded by the faculty to the most outstanding undergraduate BFA student at the University of Notre Dame. Criteria includes academic excellence, studio achievement, leadership, and citizenship in the department.
Dean's List | Spring 2017
The minimum term grade point averages for dean's honors in each college and school represent the top 30% of students in that college or school.
Indiana Collegiate Press Association (ICPA) | 2016, 2017
The Indiana Collegiate Press Association consists of more than 40 member publications. I received the following awards for The Dome Yearbook:
Best Execution of Theme, First Place (2017)
Yearbook of the Year, Second Place (2017)
Best News Photography, Second Place (2016)
William & Connie Grief
Award | 2016
This award is presented to BFA candidates after they pass their final faculty presentation. It includes a stipend to be used to fund thesis research and materials.
Volunteering
Graphic Designer and Content Creator | Voting Maven | Fall 2022 –
Voting Maven is a non-partisan industry group committed to helping the marketing and advertising industry create change through civic action and participation by activating and increasing voter turnout of our workforce. I plan, write, and design social media posts to engage young voters and encourage voter registration and turnout.
Franciscan Volunteer | Change a Heart | Fall 2017 – Spring 2018
Change A Heart Franciscan Volunteer Program is a service experience that empowers young adults to live simply in community while serving a vulnerable population.
The mission of Change a Heart is to inspire and mentor young adults in the Franciscan spirit so they develop skills to intentionally live out lifelong values of modeling justice, peacemaking, hospitality, and caring for the earth and all creation by providing direct essential services among those who are marginalized in western Pennsylvania. Volunteers live out the four values of service, community, simplicity, and spirituality through working full-time at a non-profit and living together in a shared house.
Designer | The Bald and the Beautiful | Notre Dame Chapter | Fall 2015 – Spring 2017
I was responsible for designing t-shirts, posters, and other promotional materials that promote head shaving, hair donations, hair extensions, and monetary donations, as well as working closely with the social media team. The money raised by our event goes to St. Baldrick's pediatric cancer research and hair donations go to Pantene Beautiful Lengths.