Senior Graphic Designer, Corporate Communications | Remote
April 2024 - Present

• Support firmwide branding initiatives by refining templates, tools, and visual assets across print and digital platforms to ensure consistency and clarity of communication.

• Design and produce presentations, reports, infographics, and branded materials that translate complex information into engaging visual formats for diverse audiences.

• Collaborate with research teams and cross-functional stakeholders to develop data-driven graphics and communication materials that support organizational initiatives.

• Partner with project teams to create cohesive presentation templates and standards for large-scale, high-value projects, ensuring usability and brand alignment.

• Develop branded forms, documents, and communication tools for internal departments including Human Resources, Legal, and studio teams.

• Apply inclusive design and accessibility considerations, including typography hierarchy, color contrast, and readability best practices.

• Contribute to brand integration efforts following organizational changes and evolving communication needs.

Senior Associate, Lead Designer, Corporate Communications | Washington DC
September 2008 - April 2024

• Involved in the development and maintenance of global brand identity standards for an international architecture and design firm, ensuring consistency across print, digital, and social media assets.

• Managed multiple concurrent design projects in a fast-paced environment, coordinating priorities, timelines, and stakeholder feedback to meet tight deadlines.

• Designed and produced a wide range of communication materials including reports, white papers, publications, presentations, event graphics, promotional campaigns, and branded collateral.

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including architects, planners, marketing professionals, and leadership to create compelling visual communications supporting organizational initiatives.

• Supported three major corporate brand integrations, developing new templates, systems, and guidelines to align communications across global offices.

• Created branded materials for corporate events, office launches, and internal campaigns, including signage, promotional items, and digital communications.

• Developed and maintained stationery and document systems across multiple corporate entities in partnership with Legal and Human Resources teams.

• Mentored junior designers and provided art direction to ensure quality and adherence to brand standards.

• Applied accessibility and usability best practices to improve clarity, readability, and audience engagement across communication materials.

Designer, The Environments Studio | Baltimore | Washington DC
2006-2008

• Designed identity, signage, and wayfinding systems for large-scale commercial and mixed-use developments, collaborating closely with architects and multidisciplinary teams.

• Conducted research and developed initial design concepts for branding, environmental graphics, and public-facing visual communication systems.

• Created presentation materials, concept boards, and visual studies to communicate design intent to clients and stakeholders.

• Produced documentation and coordinated with specialty contractors and fabricators to support implementation of signage and environmental graphics.

• Utilized 3D design tools to develop study models and prototypes for large-scale concepts.

• Contributed to material and furniture selections to support cohesive environmental design solutions.

Master of Art: Exhibition Design
Associate in Applied Science: Display and Exhibit Design

Bachelor of Science: Interior Design
Minor: Fashion Merchandising