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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 

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