Expression
Art Director, Designer, Sculptor, Perfumer.
Experience
Leo Burnett , Sr. Art Director
Chicago, IL, 2018 – Present
Brand: John Middleton Company, Black & Mild
I’ve had the opportunity to use my design skills to create impactful brand communications that push boundaries while staying true to the brand’s essence. From leading various projects to art-directing photoshoots and videos, I’ve been hands-on in bringing ideas to life. I also love creating storyboards that weave together modern aesthetics with the brand’s values, making sure each piece really resonates with our audience.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Boston, MA, 2016 – 2018
Clients: World Bank Group, Cazale Community and Cultural Center, Greater Now
I led and directed various projects ranging from brand and publication design to web design, infusing each project with my soulful artistic touch and strong visual tone. By collaborating closely with clients, I created compelling visual stories that resonated deeply and translated their vision into captivating designs that left a lasting impression on their stakeholders.
Graphic Design Intern
Boston, MA, 2013
Fidelity Investment Communication Agency
I supported the internal team at Fidelity in their effort of creating internal communications through email and advertising campaigns ensuring that each pieces of communication adhered closely to the brand’s guideline.
Skills
Creative
Art Direction
Branding & Identity
Publication Design
Packaging Design
Website Design
Typography
Concept Development
Motion Graphics
Technical
Microsoft 365
Adobe Creative Suite:
Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop, After Effect, Premiere.
UX/UI:
Figma, Sketch, XD.
HTML & CSS
ChatGPT, Midjourney, Dall-E
Education
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI, 2017
Bachelors of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Bunker Hill Community College
Boston, MA, 2014
Associates of Science in Graphic Design
Achievements
Vanguard Fellow, 4As, 2024
Perfumery Intensive, Institute for Art and Olfaction, 2024
AIGA Eye on Design Print Feature, Issue 2 Psych, 2018
AIGA Chicago Emerging Designer Award, 2018
GD USA Student to Watch List, 2017
EXHIBITION
Burrow, Povos Gallery, 2023
Here, There, And In Between, Makan Gallery, 2022
Back to Life Show & Artwork Auction, Heaven Gallery, 2022
Creating Wellness Show, Melladramatic Studio, 2022
AIGA Chicago Sight Six Show, Chicago Architecture Biennial, 2017
–ISMS Exploring the Intersectionalities of Identities Show, 2017
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