Visual Information Specialist with 15 years of on-hands service with the federal government.

Experienced in preparation, design and the organization of high-level briefings that rationalize, defend, and support intended message. Advises senior leadership on the development and production of multi-media projects and campaign planning. Assesses the purpose and target audience of proposed publications and presentations to deliver media that best conveys the thought for that audience. Develops campaign plans on various topics to disseminate information and make an impact on the intended audience. Prepares sketches and preliminary layouts to convey proposed visual solution. Conducts electronic, online, and/or manual research to select relevant data and art from varied sources, being careful not to use copyrighted art without written permission. Communicates and advises subject matter experts, photographers, editors and others who contribute to the development of presentations and publications on the preparation of art for printed material. Determines format and color treatment, considering the vehicle of presentation, time available, and methods of production. Uses computer software and traditional methods to produce original art for print as well as electronic distribution. Utilizes Adobe CC Master Suite to design, lay out, and prepare a wide variety of general and technical art work (such as line drawings, photographs, and posters, brochures, briefing slides, tables and charts) within short and simultaneous deadlines. Produces and edits video and provides oversight and recommendation for multimedia projects. Completes special projects as an administrator for public site managed via American Forces Public Information Management System (AFPIMS). Manages the digital signage program and content using Signage Studio software.

Education:

Master's degree - 5 / 2016

GPA: 3.73 of a maximum 4.0

Major: Master of Business Administration 

Minor: Marketing 

Honors: Magna Cum Laude

Bachelor's degree - 3 / 2011

GPA: 3.8 of a maximum 4.0

Major: Visual Communications 

Honors: Summa Cum Laude

Bachelor's degree - 12 / 2007

GPA: 3.7 of a maximum 4.0

Major: Animation 

Honors: Magna Cum Laude