What I've been up to

I've done a lot over the years. Start-ups, freelance, agencies, and corporate megaliths. What I'm really looking for is to do something positive with solid people πŸ€™πŸΌ

πŸ“ San Francisco, CA

Disciplines

AI-Informed Image Generation ✦ User Experience & Interface ✦ Human-Centered Design ✦ Atomic Design ✦ Digital Product Strategy ✦ Responsive Web Apps and Sites ✦ Wireframing & User Flows ✦ Motion & Interaction Design ✦ Information Architecture ✦ Brand Strategy & Identity ✦ Concept Development ✦ Copy Writing & Strategy

career

Jan β€˜12

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Now

Freelance

Various Agencies & Independent Clients

πŸ“ Everywhere

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Brand strategy, company identity, and visual style guide development

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Responsive web design, user experience, user interface, motion and prototyping

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Publication design, copywriting strategy

Nov '19

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Jan '24

Sr. Design Consultant

Concentrix Catalyst (formerly PK)

πŸ“ Remote (HQ:Β Seattle, WA)

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Partnered with Apple to develop an in-house health and wellness brand identity and visual direction for an Apple Watch app

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Worked directing with Microsoft on various bluesky pitches for internal buy-in to future-cast work-streams and products

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Led the design of internal conference environments fostering global cohesion post-acquisition

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Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative product strategies and user experiences

Apr β€˜23

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Sep β€˜23

Head of Design / Co-founder

Icarus

πŸ“ San Francisco, CA

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Directed brand development and company evolution, aligning design with business objectives

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Managed pitch deck processes and served as Project Manager across disciplines

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Spearheaded website development using Webflow, ensuring seamless user experiences

Nov '18

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Nov β€˜19

Digital Product Designer

Samaritan

πŸ“ Seattle, WA

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Developed UX strategies and design systems to scale Samaritan's product across multiple markets

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Collaborated with founder and internal teams to iterate on product features and enhance user experiences

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Worked closely with engineers to ensure the feasibility and scalability of design solutions

Nov β€˜17

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Sep β€˜18

Lead Digital Designer

Harlo Interactive

πŸ“ Portland, OR

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Led design for content management websites and web apps, focusing on user-centered experiences

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Provided creative direction, wireframing, and interaction prototyping for responsive development

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Collaborated closely with in-house engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital products

Mar β€˜16

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Mar β€˜17

Interaction & Production Designer

Nike (Nike+ Training Club)

πŸ“ Beaverton, OR

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Designed UI/UX for Nike+ Training Club app, contributing to the successful NTC 5.0 relaunch

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Managed global digital product development, from concept to user testing and feature iteration

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Worked closely with engineers and product experts to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality

Software

Past

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Present

Figma ✦ Adobe: Illustrator, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign ✦ Principle ✦ Miro ✦ HTML & CSS ✦ Webflow ✦ Midjourney ✦ GetImg AI ✦ ChatGPT

EDUCATION & RECOGNITIONS

Aug '12

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May '15

Graphic Design, BFA

Collaborative Design, Minor

Kendall College of Art and Design

Ferris State University

πŸ“ Grand Rapids, MI

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Dean’s List (2012 - 2015)Β 

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Scholarship of Merit (2014)

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United Nations RCE Conference Mayoral Recognition (2015)

Aug '05

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May '09

Graphic Design, Gen Ed (Transfer)

Michigan State University / Lansing Community College

πŸ“ East Lansing, MI

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Spartan Marching Band (Drumline)