My Experience
2019 - Present
Senior Graphic Designer
Metropolitan Utilities District
Omaha, NE
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Developed and rolled out M.U.D.’s new brand and brand strategy, guiding the creative direction for visuals and messaging. Produced a comprehensive set of brand guidelines to ensure consistent and effective brand representation across all marketing and communication.
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Served as the brand gatekeeper and ambassador, making sure everything we put out, both internally and externally, stayed true to our brand’s excellence and consistency.
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Led and motivated a small team of designers, encouraging best practices, creative thinking, and effective design processes.
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Routinely presented design concepts to senior leadership, gaining approval and support for key projects.
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Launched engaging brand campaigns that set M.U.D. apart, aligning perfectly with our goals for brand awareness and business growth.
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Established and managed a streamlined brand review process, improving quality control and consistency in marketing materials.
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Handled relationships with external vendors, agencies, and freelancers
and kept a close eye on the brand budget.
2018 - 2019
Graphic Designer
HDR, Inc.
Omaha, NE
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Crafted compelling and visually striking design materials for project proposals, presentations, and marketing collateral, consistently contributing to the firm’s success in securing high-value contracts and projects.
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Developed branding for large-scale corporate conferences, reinforcing
the company’s identity and professionalism. -
Collaborated with clients and vendors worldwide, delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
2014 - 2018
Graphic Designer
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Omaha, NE
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Created a wide range of design materials, including advertisements, apparel, newsletters, billboards, bus benches, vehicle graphics, and presentations.
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Maintained meticulous project documentation, ensuring transparency and organized project management.
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Regularly met with vendors to discuss project parameters and budget, fostering positive and efficient working relationships.
My Skill Set
Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Blender
Print Design
UI Design
Brand Design & Management
Art Direction
Sketching & Illustration
Project Management
Writing & Editing
My Education
2016 - 2018
University of Nebraska
at Omaha
Master of Arts
Omaha, NE
Communication
2010 - 2014
University of Nebraska
at Omaha
Bachelor of Science
Omaha, NE
Communication; Graphic Design, Advertising & Public Relations