VISUAL DESIGNER & UX SPECIALIST
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced visual designer and print production specialist with a strong foundation in brand storytelling, systems thinking, and user-centered design. Skilled at translating complex information into clear, engaging visual solutions across print and digital platforms. Proven collaborator with cross-functional teams, supporting organizations from Fortune 500 companies to mission-driven nonprofits.
Experienced visual designer and print production specialist with a strong foundation in brand storytelling, systems thinking, and user-centered design. Skilled at translating complex information into clear, engaging visual solutions across print and digital platforms. Proven collaborator with cross-functional teams, supporting organizations from Fortune 500 companies to mission-driven nonprofits.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Design Manager
The Peregrine Fund — Boise, ID | 2024 to Present
Lead design strategy and execution for print and digital communications supporting conservation, fundraising, and education initiatives.
• Manage brand integrity across all visual touchpoints
• Partner with marketing, development, and leadership to craft mission-driven campaigns
• Produce reports, brochures, digital assets, and multi-channel outreach materials
• Align storytelling, design, and strategy to increase audience engagement and donor impact
The Peregrine Fund — Boise, ID | 2024 to Present
Lead design strategy and execution for print and digital communications supporting conservation, fundraising, and education initiatives.
• Manage brand integrity across all visual touchpoints
• Partner with marketing, development, and leadership to craft mission-driven campaigns
• Produce reports, brochures, digital assets, and multi-channel outreach materials
• Align storytelling, design, and strategy to increase audience engagement and donor impact
Graphic Designer (Contract)
RR Donnelley (supporting Albertsons) — Boise, ID | 2024
Execute high-volume retail marketing collateral for weekly campaigns.
• Design circulars, direct mail, and in-store promotions
• Ensure accuracy, brand consistency, and rapid turnaround
• Deliver production-ready files within tight deadlines
RR Donnelley (supporting Albertsons) — Boise, ID | 2024
Execute high-volume retail marketing collateral for weekly campaigns.
• Design circulars, direct mail, and in-store promotions
• Ensure accuracy, brand consistency, and rapid turnaround
• Deliver production-ready files within tight deadlines
Visual & UX Designer
R1 RCM — Boise, ID | 2021-2024
Bridged marketing and product teams to create user-focused visual and experience design solutions.
• Translated complex healthcare billing concepts into intuitive interfaces and visuals
• Designed presentations, ebooks, infographics, research prototypes, and product flows
• Supported UX research and wireframing to improve clarity and usability
• Strengthened brand consistency across product and marketing touchpoints
R1 RCM — Boise, ID | 2021-2024
Bridged marketing and product teams to create user-focused visual and experience design solutions.
• Translated complex healthcare billing concepts into intuitive interfaces and visuals
• Designed presentations, ebooks, infographics, research prototypes, and product flows
• Supported UX research and wireframing to improve clarity and usability
• Strengthened brand consistency across product and marketing touchpoints
Freelance Graphic Designer & Print Production Specialist
Self-Employed — Boise, ID & Seattle, WA | 2014-2017, 2019-2021
Delivered strategic design and production services for corporate and nonprofit clients. Led projects from concept through production. Simplified complex information into clear, compelling communications.
Self-Employed — Boise, ID & Seattle, WA | 2014-2017, 2019-2021
Delivered strategic design and production services for corporate and nonprofit clients. Led projects from concept through production. Simplified complex information into clear, compelling communications.
Selected clients:
• Micron Technology
• Kaiser Permanente
• Holland America Line
• Costco
• Micron Technology
• Kaiser Permanente
• Holland America Line
• Costco
Graphic Designer
USI Insurance Services — Seattle, WA | 2017–2019
Designed comprehensive benefits communication materials for corporate clients.
• Created print and digital guides that improved clarity and user comprehension
• Partnered with account teams to translate technical benefit details into accessible formats
USI Insurance Services — Seattle, WA | 2017–2019
Designed comprehensive benefits communication materials for corporate clients.
• Created print and digital guides that improved clarity and user comprehension
• Partnered with account teams to translate technical benefit details into accessible formats
Graphic Designer
Seattle Theatre Group — Seattle, WA | 2012–2014
Developed promotional materials for performances at the Paramount Theatre Seattle, Moore Theatre Seattle, and Neptune Theatre Seattle.
• Produced print and digital advertising, posters, signage, and campaign assets
• Supported fast-paced entertainment marketing calendar
Seattle Theatre Group — Seattle, WA | 2012–2014
Developed promotional materials for performances at the Paramount Theatre Seattle, Moore Theatre Seattle, and Neptune Theatre Seattle.
• Produced print and digital advertising, posters, signage, and campaign assets
• Supported fast-paced entertainment marketing calendar
Electronic Production Specialist
HL2 — Seattle, WA | 2008-2009
Managed prepress and production for large-scale marketing campaigns.
• Preflighted files, color-proofed, and prepared print-ready assets
• Collaborated with creative teams to maintain visual integrity Clients included H&R Block, Microsoft, and Seattle’s Best Coffee
HL2 — Seattle, WA | 2008-2009
Managed prepress and production for large-scale marketing campaigns.
• Preflighted files, color-proofed, and prepared print-ready assets
• Collaborated with creative teams to maintain visual integrity Clients included H&R Block, Microsoft, and Seattle’s Best Coffee
Print Production Specialist
Nordstrom — Seattle, WA | 2003-2008
Supported high-profile national retail campaigns and publications.
• Produced annual reports, collateral, and magazine/newspaper advertising
• Managed multiple concurrent deadlines with strict quality standards
• Prepared and reviewed files and proofs for press
• Contributed to campaigns appearing in Vogue, Vanity Fair, and InStyle
Nordstrom — Seattle, WA | 2003-2008
Supported high-profile national retail campaigns and publications.
• Produced annual reports, collateral, and magazine/newspaper advertising
• Managed multiple concurrent deadlines with strict quality standards
• Prepared and reviewed files and proofs for press
• Contributed to campaigns appearing in Vogue, Vanity Fair, and InStyle
SKILLS
Design & UX Design: Print production • Layout Systems • Brand Identity • Typography • Information Design • Wireframing • Prototyping • Digital Asset Creation
Software:
Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
Figma,
Microsoft Office,
Mac & Windows
Strengths: Cross-Functional Collaboration • Organization • Production Accuracy • Time Management • Rapid Learning
EDUCATION
User Experience Design Certification:
School of Visual Concepts — Seattle
A.A.S., Commercial Photography:
Seattle Central Community College
B.F.A., Graphic Design:
Michigan State University