I teach visual communications, or what we refer to as graphic design, to college and vocational high school students. Students are introduced to graphic design as a form of visual communication through the use of type, image, form and color while using Adobe Creative Cloud products. In addition, students learn how to create interactive media, web pages, animations, and how to shoot/edit video and photography. I also freelance, designing logos, interactive media and printed marketing materials. I have many years of full-time experience as an art director and senior graphic designer working in the Internet and financial services industries. My education includes an Advanced Graduate Certificate in UX Design at the Rochester Institute of Technology, a Master in Education, BFA in Graphic Design, Certificate in Multimedia and a professional teaching license. In my free time, I practice being an artist, calligrapher and designer.
Summary: Ability to teach and work in design (interactive and print) and visual art.
Graphic design professional with extensive industry experience and knowledge of educating students.
Complete classroom management plan as well as philosophy of education. Accomplished units, lesson plans, rubrics and activities. Proficient in the foundations of education and how it contributes to students. Familiarity with concepts and the process of multicultural education.
Proficient use of creative and computer skills in multimedia to effectively communicate the goal of a project through the use of graphic design. Ability to execute projects from concept to final digital or print version. Detail-oriented and possessing extensive knowledge of production techniques – from efficient page composition including layout and typography through release of digital files. Strong project management skills including meeting budgets, print-buying, and managing multiple projects under tight deadlines. Understanding of printing process and technology including interactive media, pre-press and offset printing, including press checks. Experienced in maintaining databases, image libraries, and marketing production calendars.