I'm a graphic designer with decades of experience crafting visual identities, print materials, digital content, and branding solutions. My journey began long before digital tools—rooted in traditional art practices like drawing, painting, and composition. This foundation continues to shape my work today, giving my designs a distinct, hand-crafted sensibility even in the most modern formats.

Over the years, I’ve blended my fine art background with evolving design technologies, allowing me to create work that is both visually compelling and deeply intentional. Whether I'm sketching concepts by hand or refining pixels on screen, my approach is guided by a strong understanding of form, color, and storytelling.

I believe great design doesn't just look good—it communicates clearly, resonates emotionally, and leaves a lasting impression. That philosophy drives every project I take on.

Experience:
Five years as Designer and three years as Senior Graphic Designer at the Las Vegas Weekly magazine.

Fifteen years freelancing. Notable clients: Brightline West, City of Las Vegas, Life is Beautiful, the Beverly Theatre, Majestic Repertory Theatre, Lee Canyon.

Accolades:
Nevada Press Foundation
2023 Outstanding Graphic Designer
2019 Best Graphic Designer

Association of Alternative Newsweeklies
2025 Editorial Layout/First Place
2024, 2019 Editorial Layout/Third Place
2018 Cover Design/First Place

Best of the West Journalism Contest
2020 Best Page Design/Second Place

Software:
Adobe: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Bridge
Microsoft: Excel, Powerpoint, Word
Procreate

Skills:
Graphic design, typography design, photo manipulation, vectors, illustration, visual communication

Education:
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Bachelor of Fine Arts