RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance
Jan. 2013 - Present
Graphic Designer
  • Enhance visual elements of digital properties with an eye for consistency.
  • Assist in development of the overall customer experiences using layout techniques, style guides, color schemes, user interface graphics and icons.
  • Design flyers, posters, brochures, business cards, websites, magazines and logos for clients.
  • Design and build highly impactful design solutions.

Lee Daniels Entertainment
Oct. 2013 - July 2019
Contracted Graphic Designer | Social Media Manager / Assistant
  • Lead creative strategy and brand development initiatives.
  • Design and maintain LeeDanielsEntertainment.com
  • Collaborate with content strategist, product managers and developers in executing the bold yet elegant design solutions.
  • Present finalized ideas & concepts to clients and colleagues.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Nov. 2003 - Jan. 2013
Creative Media Services Manager
  • Directed activities, programs and work completed at satellite office locations.
  • Ensured that the creative function operated in an effective and profitable manner.
  • Mentored and inspired team members to deliver award-winning (and award-worthy) work that inspired and generated measurable business returns for the organization.
  • Managed and prioritized assignments to ensure timely delivery to internal and external clients.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
March 1997 - Nov. 2003
Ad Creative Graphic Designer
  • Presented strategic ideas and vision to executive level and cross functional teams.
  • Designed high-end, revenue generating sold, campaign and speculative newspaper and online advertising.
  • Developed smart, strategic, and creative solutions that are aspirational and brand-consistent across multiple channels.
  • Created designs, concepts and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts.

SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
  • Visual Thinking & Design
  • Process Improvement
  • Digital Art
  • Production Optimization
  • Project Planning & Execution
  • Content Development
  • Concept Development
  • Idea Generation
  • Client Relations
  • Social Media
  • Product Development
  • Troubleshooting
  • Logo Design
  • Cross-functional Management

TECHNICAL SKILLS
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe InDesign CC
  • Adobe Illustrator CC
  • Adobe Photoshop CC
  • Adobe Muse CC
  • DTI AdSpeed

EDUCATION
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Major: Graphic Design