EDUCATION
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
August 2009 – May 2012
Cumulative G.P.A 3.95 – Magna Cum Laude
BA Studio Art/Graphic Design
Digital Graphics Minor
Rise Yoga Academy
Barefoot Yoga Studio
Little Rock, Arkansas
2017
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau Graphics and Web Designer
October 2012 – Present
- Conceptualized, developed, updated and produced a wide variety of print and digital promotional materials including brochures, rack cards, maps, advertisements, handouts, signage, invitations, passes, tickets, buttons, posters, postcards, t-shirts and other brand merchandising material
- Collaborated with all departments and committees to compile, design and distribute quarterly employee newsletter
- Designed, published and distributed monthly digital destination newsletter
- Updated LRCVB managed websites and developed landing pages and micro-sites as needed
- Conducted in-house production and coordination with outside vendors for project completion
- Stored, maintained and organized computer archives of project files, photography and video libraries
- Worked with team members to route and proof projects and materials
- Ensured that work adheres to LRCVB brand standards and marketing strategies
- Collaborated with Marketing & Communications team and all other internal departments on projects, campaigns, public relations initiatives and events
- Provided assistance with the user-end maintenance of desktop publishing equipment including printers, cutters, laminators and other production tools; assisted with ordering and maintaining stock of production supplies
- Met with external clients and coordinate requested projects
University of Little Rock at Arkansas Art Department Undergraduate Assistantship
August 2011 – May 2012
- Created diverse range of print and digital designs for the Art Department as needed
- Provided photographic documentation of University exhibits
- Supervised the Art Department Graphic Design Lab
- Assisted students using the Adobe Creative Suite
Visible Music College Graphic Design Internship
Memphis, Tennessee
January 2012 – May 2012
- Developed print and online material including logos, posters, invitations, postcards, brochures and digital advertisements
- Coordinated remote weekly team meetings and brainstorming sessions
- Supported the Director of Marketing and Public Relations Department
- Assisted students with their projects developing promotional material
AWARDS AND HONORS
Main Street Creative Corridor SIGNDESIGN Competition Winner
2015
Chosen by StudioMAIN for The Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Ballet Arkansas and Arkansas Symphony Orchestra sign designs located in the 500 block of the Main Street Creative Corridor
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPETITION
Marketing & Communications Department Core Brand Values Honor
2015
Selected by department supervisor for exemplifying LRCVB core brand values
“Be The Pleasant Surprise, Make a Positive Difference Every Day, Always Engage, Put People First, Be Extraordinary, and Take Ownership.”
COMMITTEES
Sculpture at the River Market Committee
Vogel Schwartz Sculpture Garden
2012 – Present
- Worked closely with committee members to design a wide variety of promotional material for special events and the Vogel Schwartz Sculpture Garden
- Provided photography services for special events, sculpture installations, press conferences and group tours
- Volunteered for organized field trips to the Vogel Schwartz Sculpture Garden
Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau Sustainability Committee
2016 – Present
- Evaluated LRCVB policies and procedures to establish more sustainable practices
- Implemented individual recycling bins at each employee desks
- Collected batteries and empty ink cartridges to transport to local school recycling
Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau Health and Wellness Committee
2019 – Present
- Discussed, reviewed and presented healthy options to improve work environment for LRCVB Employees
- Led daily 15-minute walks for employees
- Implemented and taught 30-minute weekly chair yoga for LRCVB employees
Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau Annual Holiday Party Committee
August 2014 – May 2019
- Created yearly themed artwork including posters, banners, eblasts, slideshows, presentations and decorations
- Provided photography services and maintained photo galleries for annual slideshow presentations
VOLUNTEER COMMITMENTS
Little Rock Bop Club Rock City Swing Event Committee
2016 – Present
- Planned and organized event decoration details
- Created and installed decorations for event
- Led two accessible yoga workshops during Rock City Swing
Cub Scout Pack 805 Den Leader
2015 – 2019
- Planned, organized and lead weekly pack meetings, lessons, ceremonies, local volunteer opportunities, fundraisers and activities for 30+ Scouts and their families
- Implemented Remind messaging app to improve weekly communication with Scout families about activities and updates
- Taught and recorded Cub Scout achievements to ensure each Scout met requirements for advancement
- Organized and supervised parent volunteers
- Planned and coordinated Scout outings with parents and differing venues
- Delegated weekly responsibilities for parent volunteers and Scouts
- Organized and budgeted for campouts
- Collected, handled and processed dues and fees
- Conducted annual school-wide assembly presentations for annual School Night for Scouting to generate interest and increase memberships for Scouts
Saint Edwards Catholic School It Takes A Village Committee Decorations Chair
2016 – 2017, 2018 – 2019
- Purchased and collected materials for decorations within budget
- Built a multitude of decorations from recycled material including wine bottle centerpieces, printer tube lamp posts, cardboard lanterns and an one-hundred-foot-long paper dragon
- Coordinated and directed installation of decorations to showcase the school facilities
- Planned event details and organized volunteers for events
- Gathered and solicited donations and items for auction
Redfield Athletic Association Pee Wee Basketball Coach
2015
- Coached athletes ages 6-7 years old in the rules and general techniques of basketball
- Kept players and parents informed of practices and game schedules
- Conducted weekly practice activities and exercises
- Encouraged positive attitudes, teamwork, self-discipline and sportsmanship
Redfield Athletic Association T-Ball Coach
2014, 2015
- Conducted practices, helping players learn valuable skills and prepare for games
- Encouraged positive attitudes, teamwork, self-discipline and sportsmanship
- Supervised community ballpark park clean up and organized team volunteers