About Me

Native to Grand Rapids Michigan, I am a Graphic Designer that developed an interest in art at a young age, but never imagined I would be where I am today. I gained traction as an artist when I was an exchange student in Taiwan, learning computer graphic skills, ceramics, drawing and painting. Also a Marine Corps Veteran, I was involved with aviation mechanics, specifically working on jet engines for the EA-6B Prowler. Although these seem like very different parts of my life, every experience has made me into an artist, a problem solver, and a tenacious hard worker.

6

Awards for design and art

16

Years experiEnce with Adobe

1825

coffees—and counting

Happy Clients

Education and Experience

2007

United States Marine Corps

Developed life skills including attention to detail, working under pressure, management of junior Marines, meeting deadline expectations early. I grew personally, instilling maturity and positive work ethics in my everyday life.

2014

Grand Valley State University

BFA, STUDIO ART, GRAPHIC DESIGN

2018

SalesPad Internship

Learning to work within a professional creative atmosphere on an in-house marketing team for a thriving software company. Continuing to learn more in regards to design, print production, and digital platforms.

YAC Social

Working as a Graphic Designer and Customer Service Representative to create visual aspects of marketing materials, websites, and other media.

2019

Freelance Graphic Designer

Working closely with clients to design custom websites for various markets. Other design work includes branding, digital design and print deliverables.