Creativity applied with precision.
I am a precision-focused artist with expertise in graphic design, printing, and web technologies.
Skilled in both creative and technical problem-solving with a strong aptitude for innovation and
a passion for developing impactful designs.
Experience
Prepress Specialist
Calyx Containers | 2022-2024
- Preflighted customer files for proofing and generated file plans for production.
- Collaborated with the marketing team to design labels and flexible packaging.
- Retrofitted existing art to new die lines, ensuring content accuracy and brand consistency.
- Prepared production files for various finishing techniques, including flexographic plates, laser die cutting, spot varnish, tactile varnish, and foil applications.
- Defined die tool specifications and created impositions for die plates.
- Developed and maintained accurate customer-facing die line templates.
- Participated in R&D projects, working with product development and production teams to define new offerings such as substrates, finishes, embellishments, and packaging.
- Documented automation workflows, standard operating procedures, and production specifications.
- Managed variable data printing file setup and execution.
- Contributed to team alignment and project updates through bi-weekly departmental meetings.
Finishing & Quality Control
Vision Graphics | 2021-2022
- Inspected printed materials for accuracy in size, finish, color, and quantity.
- Assembled and packaged final products for delivery.
Production Artist
Cricut | 2021
- Processed vector art to create clean cut and draw paths for SVG output.
- Created tracking and kerning data for fonts.
Production Artist
Design-Ink | 2015-2020
- Collaborated with Art Directors to create concept designs for in-house apparel brands, C360 & LoneRock Clothing’s seasonal lines.
- Partnered directly with customers and sales team to deliver custom designs for contract accounts.
- Handled the processing, organization and management of production files.
- Conducted press checks for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Oversaw accuracy in color separations, print orders, sizing & namedrops.
Press Operator
Design-Ink | 2015
- Set up and operated an auto-press for screen print production.
- Reviewed design specifications and order details for accuracy.
- Inspected prints for quality assurance and maintained equipment.
Artist & Designer
Freelance Design | 2015-Present
Creating custom artwork for select clients. Projects include:
- Over 50 album designs, including front cover art, labels, and sleeve layouts.
- 200+ advertising and sales graphics for social media and email campaigns.
- Conversion of existing art to various media formats.
- Restoration and recreation of classic album art for reissues.
- Merchandise designs, including apparel and promotional items.
- Logo design, brand development, event posters, and promotional flyers.
Education
Web Development Certificate
Salt Lake Tech (SLCC) | 2025
Associate of Applied Science in Visual Art & Graphic Design
Salt Lake Community College | 2015
Awards
Judge's Award of Merit; SLCC Student Art Showcase
Salt Lake Community College | 2015
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Creative Problem Solving
- Organization
- Time Management
- Teamwork, Collaboration
- Communication
- Attention To Detail
- Quality Assurance
- Research and Data Analysis
Technical Skills
- Database & File Management
- Content Management
- Color Management
- RIP Systems
- Variable Data Printing
- Press and machine operation
Art & Design Skills
- Apparel Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Photography
- Photo Editing
- Logo Design
- Brand Development
- Marketing
- Advertising
- Illustration
- Typography
- Layout
- Color Theory
- Web Development
- UI/UX
- E-Commerce
- Java Script
Software
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Asana
- Hybrid Cloudflow Automation Software
- Hybrid Packz PDF Editor
- Fontlab
- HP PrintOS
- HP Smartstream Designer
- Esko Color Pilot
- LabelTraxx
- Office(Microsoft, Google)
- Visual Studio Code