Experience

• Savannah College of Art and Design

  Professor

  Mentored and encouraged students enrolled in the eLearning curriculm through innovation in graphic design and process development of design concepts. Taught diverse issues in graphic design, such as concept development, typography, design technology and many other industry concepts

• Joe and Son's Olive Oils

  Proprietor

  Joe and Son’s Olive Oils (3204 W Bay To Bay Blvd, Tampa) is a family-owned and operated specialty food store – and so much more. Our retail and tasting room experts are passionate in their desire to share their knowledge about the unique characteristics of our ultra-premium extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars. All of our oils and vinegars are offered for complimentary tasting, and all bottles are poured on site. We carry more than 50 different varieties and other distinctive items and culinary delights for the master chef and novice alike!

• The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham

  Professor

  Facilitated the meaningful learning of the course competencies in the graphic design curriculum and proactively supported all facets of the learning environment. Provided education through learning-centered instruction, teaching graduates how to adapt to fill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encouraged a culture of learning with an emphasis on mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning and ethics, and personal and professional development.
  

• Design Press Publishing

  Art Director

  Responsible for determining and leading creative strategy on projects and initiatives. Conceptualized, designed and led development of high quality creative work, which consistently addressed business’ needs and objectives. Served as a leading member of the creative team. Responsible for assigning art and working with artists, illustrators, and photographers on budgets, deadlines and final approval of work. Developed company website, utilizing solid knowledge of the creative requirements of internet digital media and the requirements back-end programming places upon design.
  

• Working Class Studio, a division of SCAD

  Creative Director

  Oversight, design responsibilities, and direct product development in a multi-disciplinary design studio. Planned, tracked, executed, and communicated project process. Managed, supported, and participated on cross-functional teams at multiple levels within the organization. Creatively provided ideas and solutions in solving problems. Created and produced designs for marketable merchandise, sold to national and international audience through a multi-faceted approach. Developed and lead solid creative solutions for all aspects of the business, from staffing and scheduling to team coaching and advising. Worked hand-in-hand with all team members to insure a cohesive, unified product line that maintains appropriate aesthetic and quality levels.