Experience

 

FIRESPRING

Senior Graphic Designer | May 2018–Present | Lincoln, Nebraska
Collaborate and concept with writers, art directors and other team members
Create custom designs for print and digital placements based on creative briefs and client brand standards
Produce multi-media campaigns that utilize print, digital ads, email, social, billboards, transit, video & radio
Design landing pages and websites using Sketch
Create animated banner ads using Adobe Animate and Bannersnack
Prepare final files for print and package digital files for media vendors

 

NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Freelance Designer | September 2017–May 2018 | Lincoln, Nebraska
Designed print and digital materials in adherence to the department’s brand standards
Developed Good Life Ambassadors branding and social media graphics
Created various print collateral including annual reports, brochures, handouts and business cards
Worked directly with several department heads to fulfill any communication needs

 

RURAL FUTURES INSTITUTE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA

Creative Specialist | September 2015–September 2017 | Lincoln, Nebraska
Established overall brand requirements and specifications
Designed all print & digital materials: flyers, brochures, books, signage, presentations
Conceptualized and executed look and feel for events, campaigns and social media
Evolved WordPress website by incorporating interactive elements such as blog and sorting function
Project managed­—worked with printers, vendors, interns to meet deadlines

 

MUSTANG MEDIA INC.

Design Intern | May 2012–August 2013 | Sutton, Nebraska
Designed Home Ownership Association magazine layouts
Created advertisements featured in the publications
Worked with other forms of print media: business cards, invitations, flyers, logos, brochures
Managed a strict schedule for issue designs and production deadlines
Established professional working relationships with clients in order to maintain high design standards