California State University, Long Beach
May 2022
BFA, Graphic Design
Minor, Business Marketing
Magna Cum Laude
SPJA
Graphic Designer/Freelancer
MAR 2022 - Present
Worked on various graphic design aspects for Anime Expo 2022, including merchandise, indoor and outdoor advertisements, and more
UNNAMED NYC
Graphic Design Intern
APR 2021 - NOV 2021
Worked directly with the CEO's of the company to create designs for brand guides, clothing pieces, packaging, social media, and more. Created a new logo and modified current brand guide to better fit the brand personality. Directed, modeled, and photographed multiple photoshoots for brand content. Communicated with manufacturers to sample, modify, and produce new products. Worked in the warehouse to fulfill orders and take inventory.
HOOK
Graphic Design Summer Mentorship
JUL 2020 - AUG 2020
Paired with a mentor and introduced to the advertising agency's culture and day-to-day tasks. Worked on a rebranding packaging project with the mentor and created a mockup presentation to share with the program.
PEONY & PLUM
Wedding Designer Assistant
JUN 2017 - AUG 2019
Assisted with floral and hand lettered signage preparation during the week leading up to the events, mainly weddings. On ceremony days, assisted with art direction for floral and signage arrangements, before and during the ceremony.
CULVER CITY HIGH SCHOOL - AVPA
Design Teacher
AUG 2016 - DEC 2016
Taught a semester of 2D Design to 25 high school freshmen at Culver City High School’s Academy of Visual and Performing Arts. Wrote lessons, planned projects, sourced materials for each session.