I have worked for a wide variety of clients, some as an in-house designer and some as an independent freelancer. Some projects required a strong adherence to brand guidelines or client requirements, while other projects I had more creative freedom.
The following are the project types I have worked on most often:
- Print publication layout — books, magazines, bookazines, newsletters, calendars, daily planners
- Digital web design — banners, social media, publications, emails
- Advertising and marketing design — ads, posters, fliers, pamphlets, postcards
- Logo and brand identity
- Information and Infographic design
- Data visualization — charts, graphs, maps
- Iconography and symbol design
- Illustration (traditional and digital) — scientific, medical, biological, editorial, figurative, typographic
And these are some of the technical skills and abilities I have developed over the course of my career:
- Art direction and mentoring
- Photo studio art direction
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication
- Creativity and innovation
- Critical evaluation and critique
- Giving and receiving feedback
- Active listening and empathy
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility and resilience
- In-depth research and fact-finding
- Organization and time management
- Adherence to deadlines
- Open-mindedness and receptiveness to change
- Problem solving
- Remote work
- Project management
- Concept presentation skills
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Design principles
- Photo retouching and enhancement
- Color theory
- Typographic expertise
- Stay current on trends and new technologies
- Mac hardware/software
- Adobe Creative Suite
- WordPress
I am always learning and growing, and am eager to try new things. If you think I could add something of value to your project or mission, please drop me a message!