Resume

• 2002

  MFA

  Major Emphasis: Design methods

  processes and theory

  history of modernism

  \ninformation design and cross-disciplinary interaction.\n\nMinor: Time-based design.\n\nThesis: Completed a year-long research project regarding Design Literacy for Children.\nThe project discovered ways of using professional design methods and information\ndesign components to teach children at the eighth-grade level communication skills\nacross all subject matters

  including math

  science

  and language arts.

  Graphic Design

  Rochester Institute of Technology

• 2001

  United Network for Organ Sharing

  Virgina State University

  Chowan University

  Virginia State University

  University of Minnesota Duluth

  Drew upon interpersonal and design skills to work with public relations and medical professionals to provide in-house design services for this contractor serving the U.S. Department of Health. UNOS maintains the national data-base for organ donations and transplants. Used project management skills by collaborating with copywriters to produce a monthly newsletter. Tasks included organizing files

  and leading the publication’s design and production.

  In-house Graphic Designer

  Richmond

  Virginia Area

  United Network for Organ Sharing

• 2000

  BRTRC Technology Group

  Thinkhaus

  A Socially Conscious Graphic Design Company

  Fairfax

  Virginia

  Worked for the federal contractor to produce projects for the U.S. Army and U.S. Department of Defense. Served as a member of a team of designers and project managers to produce trade show exhibits promoting the latest technology used in the Armed Forces. Employed knowledge of scanning and photo retouching

  and four-color printing procedures. Worked with vendors to acquire work estimates

  and coordinated the output of full-color trade show exhibit graphics.

  In-house Graphic Designer

  BRTRC Technology Group

  Founded a socially conscious graphic design company serving local

  regional and national clients to prepare them to meet communication

  marketing

  and branding challenges for a more sustainable and transparent business environment. Operates as design director

  leading the design process from concept development to final production. Projects include a variety of applications for brand development

  such as identity design

  publication

  web

  collateral and environmental design. Works completed at Thinkhaus have been awarded internationally.

  Founder and Design Director

  Duluth

  Minnesota Area

  Thinkhaus

  A Socially Conscious Graphic Design Company

  Taught graphic design courses covering various subjects including image making

  2D design

  computer and software technology

  Flash media

  and HTML/CSS. Tasks include managing and directing students

  course planning

  and providing lesson plans to meet course goals and objectives. Uses a deep understanding of visual communication and design concepts

  leadership skills

  strong communication skills

  and art directing skills in these positions.

  Adjunct Professor of Graphic Design

  Richmond

  Virginia Area

  Virginia Commonwealth University

  Rochester New York

  Richmond Virginia and Port St. Lucie Florida

  Supported nonprofit organizations and small businesses with effective

  compelling graphic design solutions. Used interpersonal

  technical and design skills to produce print material

  brand identity and websites for a variety of clients. Communicated concepts with clients to ensure smooth operations and design satisfaction at every step. Worked under demanding requirements while engaging in positive

  team-based collaboration.

  Graphic Designer

  Sole Priorship Business

  petersburg va

  Taught a 3/3 load in both semesters with courses in two-dimensional design

  digital photography

  graphic design and web design courses.

  Adjunct Professor of Graphic Design

  Virgina State University

  Sign Languages

  Lens-flare - A Photography Exhibition

  Photograph; Untitled

  Las Laguna Gallery

  Laguna Beach California

  MarCom Awards

  International Competition\n\nThe Awareness Campaign's Instagram Illustrations\nCategory: Instagram Site\nAward: Gold

  Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals

  2016 American Graphic Design Awards

  The Awareness Campaign's Disability101 Panels

  Graphic Design USA

  2016 American Graphic Design Awards

  Posters for the Duluth Pepperkakar Gingerbread City

  Graphic Design USA

  MarCom Awards

  International Competition\n\nThe Awareness Campaign's Disability101 Panels\nCategory: Pro Bono\nAward: Platinum

  Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals

• 1998

  VCU Design Center

  Murfreesboro

  NC

  Was solely responsible for teaching the graphic design curriculum in the Visual Art Department

  including freshman design foundation

  photography

  design history

  graphic design and typography courses. Duties included serving as a registration advisor and overseeing the Mac Lab operations by monitoring equipment

  developing guidelines and policies

  and managing the student workers. Worked with the administration to design a variety of promotional materials for the university.\n\nChowan University Committee Service: Institutional Review Board

  2012–2013

  Visiting Professor of Graphic Design

  Chowan University

  Petersburg Va

  Taught a 2/2 load in both semesters with courses in two-dimensional design

  graphic design and computer graphic design.

  Adjunct Professor of Graphic Design

  Virginia State University

  Worked with nonprofit organizations to meet their print communication needs. Attained knowledge of the design process

  from concept to final print production.

  Graphic Designer

  Richmond

  Virginia Area

  VCU Design Center

  Duluth

  Minnesota

  Duties entail teaching

  service to the university and conducting creative activities.\n\nTeaching\nTeaching responsibilities involve courses that teach theory and practice of interactive and web-based design.\n\nService\nService to the University has enabled me to serve the Department of Art & Design

  School of Fine Arts (SFA)

  and other university committees in a variety of ways.\n\nCreative Activities\nCreative activities are divided into three areas of study and practice.\n\nSocially Conscious Graphic Design\nMy professional creative practice focuses on socially conscious graphic design.\n\nPhotography\nI produce fine art photography.\n\nLecture/Public Speaking\nI have gave presentations nationally at several conferences discussing critical thinking

  teaching web-based and interactive design

  and socially conscious design.

  Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

  University of Minnesota Duluth

• 1995

  BFA

  Major Emphasis: History of graphic design

  design process

  and typography.\n\nMinor: Photography.

  Graphic Design

  Virginia Commonwealth University

• Logo Design

  Brand Development

  Typography

  Visual Communication

  Corporate Identity

  Photography

  User Interface Design

  Design Education

  Web Design

  Illustrator

  Adobe Creative Suite

  HTML

  Branding & Identity

  Illustration

  Graphics

  Layout

  Marketing Strategy

  Graphic Design

  InDesign

  Brochures

  The Awareness Campaign

  Regardless of having a disability or not

  everyone’s had a moment in their life when they’ve been judged

  underestimated or looked down upon.\nThe sting is immediate but the wound can last for years. The three As in our name capture this feeling and share the exasperating impact Whaaat?! moments create for people with disabilities. But

  the As also do more than express an emotion. They capture our campaign’s three key missions:\nAwareness\nWe are focused on raising awareness in the general community about how to respect people with disabilities and avoid creating a Whaaat?! moment. By shining a light on both overt and subtle discrimination through personal stories rather than preachy advice

  we hope to show everyone’s role in eliminating Whaaat?! moments from our culture.\n\nAction\nTogether

  we will unite people with disabilities in sharing their own Whaaat?! moments through a unified social media platform. Joining the voices and passions of people with disabilities

  their family and friends

  and the general community

  we will create a new view of how to respect our differences — and celebrate our similiarities.\n\nAdvance\nThrough increased awareness and action

  our movement will create real change for the disabled community and the United States as a whole. If people with disabilities are able to live their lives and be seen for the people they are — rather than their disabilities — they fulfill their true potential for themselves

  for their loved ones and for society. Everyone wins.

  John

  Sole Priorship Business

  Virginia Commonwealth University