EXPERIENCE
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EDUCATION
University of Missouri — Columbia, Missouri
Bachelor of Journalism in Strategic Communication | Minor in Art
Certificate in Multicultural Studies
Received: May 2022
EXPERIENCE
Art Director | TPN, an Omnicom Commerce Agency
May 2022 — Present, Chicago, Illinois
— Collaborate with Copywriters to translate client needs into visually captivating and impactful designs based on campaign strategy and marketing objectives
— Deliver high-quality electronic files for presentations, print prepress, email marketing, and digital applications under tight deadlines, ensuring precision and adherence to brand standards
— Stay ahead of industry trends, integrating emerging design techniques and shopper-focused insights
Art Director | MOJO Ad
August 2021 — May 2022, Columbia, Missouri
— Directed a creative team of four and led creation of all visual assets for a full-service advertising agency under the guidance of professionals and University of Missouri strategic communication students
— Collaborated with high-profile clients to develop a fully-integrated campaign that resonated with our youth and young adult target audience
— Took ownership of projects from ideation to execution by managing rolling updates while responding to management direction and creative feedback
Graphic Design Intern | Knorr Marketing Communications
May 2021 — August 2021, Columbia, Missouri
— Developed print collateral and digital products, including save the date invitations, sponsor packets, and annual newsletter reports for clients’ deliverables and events
— Prepped creative documents for print production
— Assisted creative team with administrative tasks including trips to the printer, binding execution, delivery of client projects, and signage location scouting
Marketing and Digital Communications Intern | Knorr Marketing Communications
May 2021 — August 2021, Columbia, Missouri
— Developed and executed marketing strategies by managing social media platforms, writing engaging copy, photographing projects on-site, and interpreting analytics to drive client success
— Planned and curated client social media content across multiple channels to implement campaign strategies ideated in brainstorming sessions with full-time staff
— Increased brand awareness and ensured client communications had consistent messages across platforms
Creative Director | Buzz Magazine, Journalism 4994: Magazine Publishing
January 2021 — May 2021, Columbia, Missouri
— Led a team of designers to create a 60-page full-feature magazine prototype
— Designed the logo, cover, table of contents, and feature pages, while overseeing content placement and final proofs before print
Art Director | Vox Magazine
January 2021 — May 2021, Columbia, Missouri
— Led visual direction for monthly issues, from concept through final production
— Collaborated closely with editors and writers to conceptualize and execute design solutions that enhanced storytelling and reader engagement
— Streamlined collaboration to meet deadlines and budget constraints
— Sourced, organized, and directed photography, ensuring imagery aligned with editorial content and visual tone
— Strengthened expertise in typography, layout design, and Adobe Creative Suite to deliver polished, impactful designs under tight deadlines
— Delivered high-quality work in a fast-paced editorial environment, effectively juggling multiple priorities and adapting to evolving needs
Online Media Director | Kappa Alpha Theta
January 2021 — December 2021, Columbia, Missouri
— Worked closely with the Vice President of External Affairs to manage Theta’s brand on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and website/blog
— Gathered content that represented the chapter authentically
— Designed graphics, flyers, and updated the website/blog layout design
— Delegated tasks to the 10+ members involved in the social media committee
— Supported the development and promotion of the chapter’s diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy
President | Mizzou Magazine Club
August 2020 — May 2022, Columbia, Missouri
— Led club meetings while organizing events and managing prospective member outreach
— Led 20+ members on the annual New York trip after communicating with 15+ publications including Vanity Fair, Cosmopolitan, The New Yorker, and HGTV Magazine to set up visit times
— Established a climate that fostered membership engagement and enthusiasm
Supervisor & Career Specialist | University of Missouri Career Center
September 2018 — May 2022, Columbia, Missouri
— Mentored and supervised three to five Career Specialists by delegating tasks, responding to inquiries, and upholding Career Center policies to streamline operations
— Assisted students with creation and improvement of resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles while providing information and guidance on job search resources
— Managed scheduling for 25+ employees utilizing Qualtric Survey responses
— Updated and maintained the Career Center website with new student major lists, ensuring functionality and accessibility for staff and students
— Redesigned 70+ career development handouts and ensured compliance with accessibility standards using Adobe Acrobat
HONORS & AWARDS
Telly Award, Campaign-Products & Services Silver Winner for Cricket x HBO Max Campaign — 2025
American Advertising Silver Medal Award for MOJO Ad Team Logo Design — 2022
KC Ad Club Foundation Scholarship Recipient — 2021, 2022
Ruth Ellen Gee Scholarship Recipient — 2020
University of Missouri Dean's List — 2018 through 2022
Daughters of American Revolution Good Citizens Award Recipient — 2018
Northern Illinois Scholastic Press Association Blue Ribbon Award for Excellence in Feature Page Writing — 2017, 2018
RELEVANT COURSES
Art 1030 — 2D Materials and Methods
Journalism 2000 — Cross-Cultural Journalism
Art 2005 — Basic Design and Visual Communication
Journalism 2150 — Multimedia Journalism
Art 2410 — Graphic Design 1
Art 2430 — Calligraphy and Hand Lettering
Art 2730 — Screen Printing
Marketing 3000 — Principles of Marketing
Journalism 3000 — History of American Journalism
Journalism 4000 — Communications Law
Journalism 4200 — Principles of Strategic Communication
Journalism 4204 — Intro to Strategic Writing and Design
Journalism 4218 — Mojo Ad Staff
Marketing 4220 — Consumer Behavior
Journalism 4220 — Creative Portfolio
Journalism 4228 — Strategic Design and Visuals 2
Marketing 4250 — Retail Marketing
Journalism 4252 — Branded Strategic Storytelling
Journalism 4952 — Strategic Communication Research 1
Journalism 4970W — Strategic Campaigns - Writing Intensive
Journalism 4994 — Advanced Magazine Publishing