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I am a designer and creative strategist with a passion for unifying big picture concepts with finely crafted details using clear communication and high quality aesthetics. From architecture to graphic design, music to photography, technology to fitness, my interests are as diverse as my personality.
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D2 Groups, King of Prussia, PA, US, Design Coordinator
• leads design of commercial architecture, interior, and signage projects over $1M
• presents winning proposals to land large project contracts over competing firms
• integrates VR/AR technologies to improve client engagement in design process
• collaborates closely with design director to set in-house architectural standards
Freelance, Creative Strategist
• reinforced brand identity and created visual media for CASA, a national nonprofit
• generated prints, wireframes, and web assets for a range of clients and projects
• conducted site analysis and produced conceptual models for 750 SF hair salon
• offered consultation services involving strategy, aesthetics, and copywriting
Minshara, Harrisburg, PA, US, Musician & Producer
• performed and interviewed on live TV, iHeartMedia radio, and Vans Warped Tour
• wrote, produced, and released two 5-track EPs, 10-track LP, and music videos
• curated and managed all social media content and physical merchandise
AP Williams, Harrisburg, PA, US, Architectural Designer
• utilized AutoCAD and Revit to document both steel and wood frame construction
• led design of a 30,000+ SF office building, 15,000+ SF fitness centers, and more
• implemented graphic standards, produced renderings, animations, and models
DIGSAU, Philadelphia, PA, US, Junior Designer
• established first successful prototype for “Parklet" pilot program in Philadelphia
• contributed to designs of dormitory, dining hall, office, and hospitality projects
• completed drawings, infographics, study models, and programming diagrams
TU Snowboard Club, Philadelphia, PA, US, Graphic Designer
• assumed leadership responsibilities for a 200+ member organization
• developed website, blog, promotional material, and apparel design
TU Wood Shop, Philadelphia, PA, US, Shop Supervisor
• demonstrated and promoted proper shop use and tool safety standards
• explored various model building and woodworking techniques
HABS/HAER, Amboy, CA, US, Draftsman
• composed technical drawings of historic structures for US Library of Congress
• displayed aptitude for time-management and self-management
Temple University Rome, Rome, Italy, BArch, Architecture
Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Rising Finalist, Other
Won 2 out of 3 round performance based competition in Philadelphia, PA.
Musikarmageddon Winner, 1st Place
Won 4-round performance based competition in Wilmington, DE.
Warped Tour "Battle of the Bands" Finalist, Other
Selected to perform on Ernie Ball Stage at 2014 Warped Tour in Camden, NJ.
2010 AIA Henry Adams Medal, Award
Temple Architecture top-ranked student graduating with the highest GPA in 10 previous studio courses.
2010 Bachelor of Architecture Award, Award
Temple Architecture top-ranked student graduating with with honors and highest scholastic average in the Bachelor of Architecture Program.
Da Vinci Thesis Prize Nominee, Nomination
Diener Brick Thesis Award Nominee, Nomination
ARCC Graduation Award Nominee, Nomination
2008 Vitetta “Best and Brightest” Nominee, Nomination
Rosen, Harry Scholastic Tyler Award, Scholarship
2010 John Stewardson Competition Finalist, Nomination
Gleason, Jewell & Rutherford Award, Scholarship
1st Place Portfolio Design Winner, 1st Place
Temple University Full Tuition Scholarship, Scholarship
