Meet me
AS A DESIGNER
I strive to be thorough, always aware, and unceasingly creative. My design process is research and user driven, starting long before hitting the computer. I believe that the journey to a unique and successful solution begins with a pencil and paper in hand. Every design problem I tackle makes me that much more prepared for the next.
AS A PERSON
If you catch me off-duty, I might be lakeside (weather permitting in the Mitten State) or playing trucks and trains with my little brothers whom I love to death. Maybe I'm bias, but I think I'm pretty thoughtful and hard-working, with a positive outlook on life. These traits carry over into my design life too, I promise.
Email me, if you'd like Or, you can give me a ring
See what I can do
Skills
• Adobe Creative Suite
• UX/UI
• Web Design
• Prototyping
• Brand Identity
• Digital Photography
• Typography
• Information Hierarchy
• Design Principles
• Design Process
• Client Communication
• Basecamp
• Timefox
Also familiar with:
• HTML, CSS, jQuery
• WordPress
• Omnigraffle
• Package Design
• Hand Drawn Type
Employment
Design Project Center
August 2013••May 2014
Big Rapids, MI
As a Graphic Design Intern, I col-
laborated on a team of three to plan, design, and implement the digital experience for the West Michigan Graphic Design Archives. This opportunity exposed me to client meetings and presentations, user research, and content man-
agement systems.
Technical collaboration with:
• Scott Krieger, Peopledesign
• Grant Carmichael
• Mighty in the Midwest.
TechSmith Corporation
May 2013••August 2013
Okemos, MI
As a User Experience Design Intern, I gained experience working on a team, participating in meetings, and communicating with develop-
ers. I spent my days scribbling on whiteboards, building wireframes, and cranking out rapid prototypes.
The Rock Cafe
January 2011••May 2014
Big Rapids, MI
My days as a dishwasher, server,
and custodian taught me the
meaning of hard work.
ETC ARTS Studio
May 2011••August 2011
Battle Creek, MI
As an Art Studio Intern, I organized
a weekly summer arts and crafts
program for underprivileged youth.
With my team, I traveled to various
parks in the area to share my love
of paint, glue, and all things messy.
Education
Ferris State University
August 2010••May 2014
Big Rapids, MI
Bachelor of Science,
Graphic Design
• Cum Laude
• 3.66 GPA
• Dean’s List 2010-13
• Dean’s Scholarship 2010-14
Supplementary studies:
• Psychology
• Anthropology
Marshall Academy
September 2006••June 2010
Marshall, MI
• Valedictorian
• 4.0 GPA
& Involvement
AIGA West Michigan Member
October 2010••present
Active and eager to volunteer!
Ferris State University AIGA Student Group
January 2013••January 2014
Vice President
September 2013••May 2014
Peer Mentor
September 2012••December 2012
Event Chair
Exposure
Visits
• AIGA Headquarters
• Conduit Studios
• Cranbrook Academy of Arts
• Custom Printers
• Grand Rapids Art Museum
• Graphic Specialties
• Grip Design
• Haworth
• Herman Miller
• Kendall Dow Center FlexLab
• Louise Fili Ltd.
• Metropolitan Museum
• Museum of Modern Art
• Peopledesign
Talks
• Charles S. Anderson
• Ray Brown
• Rob Carter & Sandy Wheeler
• Nick Dean
• Design Army
• Mike Gorman
• Katia Küthe of Kate Spade
• Charlie McGrath
• Doug Powell
• Patrick Robinson
• Tom Sieu
• Martin Venezky
• Terrance Weinzierl
SEEK Design Conference
November 2011 & 2013
Debbie Millman, Sean Adams,
Bob Faust, Danny Yount, The Post Family, Aaron Draplin, Stefan Sag-
meister, Victor Saad, Quite Strong, Firebelly, Thirst, & Knoed Creative
Hands On
• SiTE:LAB Letterpress
• 2012 & 2014 AIGA West Michigan
aStudent Portfolio Review
• Paul Sizer: How to Draw Like a aDesigner