Education:
Rochester Institute of Technology; Rochester, New York
Master of Fine Arts Degree in graphic design
Thesis application: A Graphic Design Primer: Resources for Educators (available
as an ebook from lulu.com)
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree, with high honors in graphic design
Associate of Science Degree, with honors in industrial design
Hochschule Anhalt; Dessau, Germany
Independent study in photography
Employment:
Pete Wilson Design Works; Boise, Idaho
Senior Designer
Design print publications for a variety of clients. Illustrate newsletters and posters. Create print samples for HP.
Graphic Designer
Collaborate with marketing team to launch multi-faceted ad campaigns that include newspaper, outdoor, direct mail, television and internet components. Design print materials that promote the services and programs of a four-hospital, multi-clinic health system. Design pieces that educate the public on a variety of health-related topics. Art direct photography and illustration for publications. Create logos and collateral materials for new services, regional partners and grant programs that benefit communities across Idaho.
Boise State University, College of Arts and Sciences; Boise, Idaho
Adjunct Professor
Teach Art 117 Introduction to Typography and Graphic Design and Art 118
Digital Tools for Graphic Design and Illustration. Teach students basic
concepts and tools of graphic design and typography using pre-existing
typefaces and established principles of design.
The Idaho Statesman; Boise, Idaho
Ad Services Artist
Built advertisements for clients and prospective newspaper advertisers
and wrote attention-grabbing headlines. Collaborated with team members
to design cohesive advertising products in print and online.
San Diego State University, Student Resource Center; San Diego, California
Graphic Artist
Produced brochures, posters, newsletters, booklets and web pages for the
Division of Student Affairs to promote the University, services for students
and educational programs. Photographed architecture, people and events
for publications. Designed window displays and interior signage. Created
logos and illustrations for programs and organizations. Prepared files
for offset, digital and screen printing.
Recent Awards:
Aster Award, Excellence in Medical Marketing, 2004, 2005
Rockies, Boise Advertising Federation, 2003
St. Luke's Employee Recognition Award, 2002