• Award-winning experience in page layout for print media and typesetting for ad design
• Advanced level experience in graphic design for web/multimedia
• Experienced in Flash animation for web and multimedia presentations
• Experienced in photo rendering and photo leveling for print/web applications
• Experienced in collection/curation of digital media for branding purposes
• Proficient in graphics creation/manipulation for new design

• Experienced in web design and maintenance using Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Illustrator, as well as coding HTML and CSS
• Proficient in basic UX design concepts
• Proficient in Search Engine Optimization
• Experienced in working with various online Content Management Systems, including Adobe CQ, WordPress, Joomla and Weebly
• Experienced in creating and editing photos and graphics for websites with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

• Familiar with social media strategies, trend and best practices that produce results
• Experienced in all major social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, Pinterest)
• Experienced in collecting/generating social media content for distribution
• Proficient in social media scheduling and tracking solutions (Hootsuite, Tweetdeck)
• SEO and SEM for online/digital content

• Project management for various local organizations
• Managed project staff and volunteers, varying from 10-200 people per project
• Managed non-profit organization for one year, served in executive role on the board for over 4 years

North Carolina Press Association • July 2007

3rd Place

North Carolina Press Association • July 2007

2nd Place

North Carolina Press Association • July 2007

Gold Star Award

Cohesion Staffing & Consultants • June 2013

Consultant/Contractor of the Quarter – Q2, 2013

November 2019 – present

• Design customer-centered online application process in an Agile environment
• Work with business and development partners to create roadmaps for design projects

June 2013-Present

• Design and implement web and multi-media marketing solution for local art gallery, Gallery 27
• UX/UI and production design for local business clients, specializing in print, web, multimedia and digital
• Design and implement digital marketing solution for local business clients
• Assist in managing and maintaining gift shop inventory and gallery shows

March 2013 – March 2019

• Creation of a wide range of digital assets for all Lowe’s online platforms including Lowe’s mobile apps
• Designed, developed, published and maintained www.lowesforpros.com articles and product pages
• Worked extensively with HTML and CSS using Adobe Creative Cloud software to produce online content for Lowes.com
• Worked closely with developers to create sitewide HTML standards for use by web authors and designers in support of Lowe’s visual branding
• Created process and procedure documentation for all Lowe’s Digital platforms

September 2012 – March 2013

• Assisted in achieving corporate goal of 500,000 items online by 12-31-2012
• Collect, review and process large product data sets used to setup new products
• Comprehend and troubleshoot errors in regards to product setup
• Troubleshoot and resolved challenges as they arrive
• Create new item numbers as needed
• Perform data quality audits of received data
• Contractor position through local staffing agency

March 2012 – September 2012

• Write and update product descriptions to fit local regulations and vendor requirements
• Deal with vendors to obtain correct item specifications
• Contractor position through local staffing agency

May 2007 – January 2012

• Created print advertising pieces for local and national campaigns
• Created point-of-sale materials and in-store displays
• Supervised print production for various advertising/marketing materials
• Prepared cost analysis for independent print jobs
• Created marketing campaigns for local franchisees across the U.S. and Canada
• Created and maintained online database of advertising creative materials
• Custom designed print, email and social media advertising artwork for local franchisees
• Advised local franchisees on media buying decisions

November 2000 – February 2007

• Managed local sales territory
• Organized and scheduled advertising campaigns for local businesses and advertising agencies
• Developed layouts and proofs for customer approval
• Assisted with marketing planning for upcoming sales campaigns