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EXPERIENCE

FREELANCE // 2022 - PRESENT

SENIOR SEMINAR INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT // 2023
Appalachian State University, Professor: Anna Buckner

Provide support, oversight, and instruction alongside professor
Guide students through creative process in preparation for their Senior Capstone

SMITH GALLERY GRAPHIC DESIGNER // 2022 - 2023
Appalachian State University, Supervisor: Jennie Carlisle

Develop and installing exhibition branding identity for clients including:
Environmental elements such as posters, flyers, and vinyl
Digital presence such as social media posts

RELIEF PRINTMAKING INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT // 2022 - 2023
Appalachian State University, Professor: Scott Ludwig

Monitor and supervision of the studio

Assist in printing production including press bed setup,  ink and paper preparation, clean-up, and maintaining supplies

Conducted safety and technical demonstrations

EAST WIND YEARBOOK DESIGN EDITOR // 2018 - 2019
East Mecklenburg High School, Advisor: Melissa Shields

Conducted day-to-day project coordination, planning, and implementation
Designed concept and spread lalyouts
 NCSMA // Awarded 2018 “Best Theme”
  NCSMA // Awarded 2019 “Distinction” across Large Schools

HEAD OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS // 2017 - 2019
TEDxEastMecklenburgHighSchool, Organizer: Stephanie Suster

Organized social media and print advertising campaigns
Conceptualized and designed event identity

EDUCATION

APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Boone, NC // 2023
Bachelors of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

EAST MECKLENBURG HIGH SCHOOL
Charlotte, NC // 2019
International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

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SKILLS

SOFTWARE
Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, Microsoft Office

MAKING
Digital Illustration, Relief Printmaking, Risograph Print, Screenprint, Crochet, Bookbinding

SOFT
Interpersonal Skills, Adaptability, Communication, Presentation

FLUORESCENCE
CRANE Collective at North Carolina State University

NINE EIGHTEEN NINE STUDIO SPACE GRANT
Charlotte is Creative in collaboration with the VAPA Center

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LOTUS
NC Asian Artist Showcase hosted by Lunchbox

PATCHWORKS
CRANE Collective at North Carolina State University

ART + DESIGN EXPO 2023
Schaefer Center at Appalachian State University
Developed branding identity and installation
Honorable Mention for The Garlic & Onion Cookbook awarded by Plemmons Student Union Art Committee

PRINTFEST
UNCW’s Artfest 2023 at University of North Carolina Wilmington

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OSR RESEARCH GRANT
Appalachian State University

FONT FAMILY
Schaefer Center at Appalachian State University
Displayed con., The Garlic & Onion Cookbook, and On The Wey Out

THE BIG PRINT SHOP & SALE
King St. Art Collective of the Watauga Arts Council
Developed branding identity and installation
Displayed At Odds, displayed and sold identity crisis, Frog Guy

SYMBIOSIS
CRANE Collective at North Carolina State University

FROM THE SECOND FLOOR
Schaefer Center at Appalachian State University
Developed branding identity and installation
Displayed nuft.

ODE TO APPALACHIA
The Beacon in Boone, North Carolina
Displayed and sold Frog Guy prints and clay bread plate proofs