Resume
Work
Experience
2018 - Present
Senior Graphic Designer at Workiva
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Lead event and signage design for Amplify, Workiva’s largest global conference, driving consistent year-over-year growth.
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Direct company-wide presentation design strategy, enabling 2,500+ employees to deliver brand-consistent presentations.
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Execute major GTM campaigns, aligning creative output with core business and marketing objectives.
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Collaborate cross-functionally with in-house design and marketing teams to ensure cohesive, scalable brand systems.
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Manage partnerships with third-party agencies including Sparks, Superside, and additional vendors to extend creative capabilities.
2016 - Present
Independent Designer
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Work with clients big and small, locally and internationally, to bring their brand visions to life.
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Create logos, illustrations, and full branding systems that feel cohesive, memorable, and true to each client.
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Design social media and print materials that help businesses connect with their audiences.
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Offer brand guidance and visual strategy, making it easier for clients to maintain a consistent look and feel.
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Build lasting relationships with clients, often leading to repeat projects and expanded collaborations.
2017
Design Intern at Liberty Hardware
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Pitched a rebranding strategy for corporate and in-house identities.
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Designed online and in-store ads for Lowe’s and Home Depot.
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Supported campaigns and cross-functional projects, ensuring brand consistency.
Education
2014 - 2018
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
GPA 3.98
Skills
& Expertise
Design & Creative Skills
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Visual identity & brand strategy
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Design system management
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Illustration & concept development
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Storyboarding & visual storytelling
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Brand activations & product storytelling
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Pitch decks & presentations
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Event design & experiential concepts
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Creative brainstorming & design reviews
Software & Technical Skills
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Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom
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Design & Prototyping: Figma
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Productivity & Collaboration: Microsoft Office, Google Suite
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AI & Research Tools: ChatGPT, Gemini, NotebookLM
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Project & Process Management: Agile training
Collaboration & Leadership Skills
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Cross-functional collaboration & active listening
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External partner collaboration (agencies, vendors)
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Project organization
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Workshop facilitation & team inspiration/motivation
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Data-driven decision making