Experienced graphic designer and educator offering freelance and contract design services. With 30+ years in branding, packaging, and storytelling, I specialize in collaborative, deadline-driven design solutions for businesses, non-profits, and educational organizations. Available for remote or in-person creative projects.
Education
The Art Institute of Ca – Orange County
Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design - Graduated 2004
Professional Experience
Graphic Designer | Dutch Medical Food | Freelance Mar 2020 - Present
Collaborated remotely with a Netherlands-based team to develop the full visual identity for Dutch Medical Food. Designed the company logo and over 70 supplement and additive package designs in both Dutch and English. Worked under tight timelines, adjusting deliverables to align with early-morning U.S. deadlines. Contributed to both print and digital packaging formats to prepare products for European retail launch.
Graphic Design Teacher | North Orange County ROP Jul 2015 - Present
Teach high school graphic design at El Dorado High School through a curriculum grounded in real-world design principles and industry-standard tools. Authored and implemented the Advanced and Honors Graphic Design curriculum, including Design Rescue Studio — a student-run, pro-bono design agency. Students complete branding, packaging, merchandise, and marketing projects for real clients. Emphasis is placed on technical skill development, professional conduct, and portfolio-ready outcomes through immersive project work.
CEO and Art Director | The HandAble Company Oct 2010 – Nov 2021
Co-invented the HandAble phone holder and led all visual brand development. Designed the product logo, packaging, and supporting marketing collateral. Built and maintained the e-commerce website, including a custom shopping cart interface. Directed the creation of social media content, online campaigns, and promotional videos. Oversaw all brand communications to ensure visual consistency across platforms.
Graphic Designer | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ca Properties Nov 2014 – Feb 2015
Served as in-house designer for the Newport Beach office, supporting over 200 real estate agents. Produced a high volume of marketing assets including flyers, brochures, postcards, and email campaigns. Simultaneously managed up to five projects under tight deadlines while ensuring brand compliance and print accuracy. Worked one-on-one with agents to tailor materials for luxury property listings.
Graphic Designer | Veros Real Estate Solutions Aug 2010 – Dec 2012
Designed and maintained multiple company websites and microsites, including Veros.com and VerosCredit.com. Developed logos and visual identities for new products and services. Created print and digital campaign assets, including brochures, trade show signage, email templates, and social media graphics. Ensured alignment across all branded communications and event collateral.
Senior Graphic Designer | Experian Credit Bureau Jul 2005 – Jun 2010
Led creative development for FreeCreditReport.com and affiliated digital properties. Produced hundreds of banner ads, landing pages, and promotional graphics for high-profile partners such as AOL, American Express, Discover Card, and CNN. Designed Flash animations, wrote scripts, and storyboarded presentations. Created marketing collateral, sell sheets, and microsites supporting national campaigns.
Production Artist (Temp) | Ignite Health Jan 2005 – Jun 2005
Produced Flash-based assets and print-ready materials for pharmaceutical campaigns. Supported Art Directors by building brochures, trade show graphics, and interactive presentations. Maintained consistency and precision across a variety of formats and strict client specifications.
Fun Fact - One of my first jobs
Busboy/Host | Disneyland Hotel | The Walt Disney Company Feb 1988 - Oct 1991
Worked at the Monorail Café and the Chef’s Kitchen Character Breakfast (now Goofy’s Kitchen) at the Disneyland Hotel. Started as a busboy, clearing tables and helping servers during busy breakfast and lunch rushes. Promoted to host, where I greeted guests, managed the seating chart, and helped keep things moving smoothly. At the Character Breakfast, I also assisted with small tasks behind the scenes, like helping restock drinks and snacks for the performers in costume. It was my first real job, fast-paced, high-volume, and the place where I learned what great guest service really looks like.
