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about me.

I'm a multidisciplinary designer and brand strategist who enjoys translating complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals. I’ve built brand systems and marketing assets for non-profits, think tanks, and global institutes, always aiming to strengthen identity and trust across channels.

I’m passionate about collaborating with researchers and artists, mentoring teams, and crafting work that feels human, accessible, and impactful. When I’m not designing, you can probably find me painting, watching a good film, or cooking something tasty from my garden.

experience

Senior Brand Designer

O’Neill Institute,
Georgetown Law

October 2023 – Current
Washington, DC

Senior Designer

National Geographic Society

December 2020 – October 2023
Washington, DC

Graphic Designer (contract)

The Pivot Group

June 2020 – November  2020
Washington, DC

Design + Program Lead

Cynthia-Reeves Gallery

April 2017 – June 2018
North Adams, MA

Design Lead

Cynthia-Reeves Gallery

May 2016 – March 2017
Walpole, NH

education

Bachelors

Keene State College

2014 – 2016
Sustainable Product Design
& Innovation

3.6 GPA, Cum Laude

Study Abroad

SIT Study Abroad

Summer 2015
Focus: Urban Design


Cape Town, South Africa

Savannah College of Art + Design

2011 - 2014

Industrial Design
Honors: Dean's List and
Dennis Bowman Scholarship

other experience

Mentor for AIGA DC Chapter Shine Program
(4 months, 2022)

Environmental Peace Corps Volunteer, Zambia
(2019 - 2020)

Print and Media Designer for TEDxKeene
(2016 - 2017)

Teaching Assistant to the Dean at Keene State 
(4 months, 2015)

Communications Intern at Keene Housing
(4 months, 2015)

Gallery Assistant

Cynthia-Reeves Gallery

May 2014 – May 2016
Brattleboro, VT

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