About
SUMMARY
Iām a multidisciplinary designer with experience in print, digital, branding, UX/UI, illustration, and animation. I specialize in translating complex scientific research, data, and technical content into clear, engaging visual communications for a variety of audiences. I collaborate closely with cross-functional teams of scientists, engineers, researchers, and communicators to develop strategic, visually engaging solutions that align with both user needs and organizational goals.
EDUCATION
Boston University | B.A. in International Relations, magna cum laude | January 2020
Massachusetts College of Art and Design | Certificate in Communication Design | May 2024
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Woods Hole, MA | October 2023-present
Graphic Designer
Design a wide range of visual assets for print and digital platforms, including logos, brochures, reports, social media graphics, infographics, illustrations, and icons to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Support UX/UI design by creating wireframes, user flows, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups, contributing to functional and visually engaging user experiences across digital products.
Create large-scale, immersive educational exhibits for the WHOI Discovery Center, highlighting WHOI scientific contributions and concepts
Collaborate with cross-functional teams of scientists, engineers, and communicators to shape content that supports public outreach, academic communication, and donor engagement.
Community Servings, Boston, MA | March 2021-September 2023
Multimedia Designer
Led art direction and execute production for digital and print media, including the annual report, fundraiser creative, brochures, billboards, infographics, and social media graphics.
Produced and edited documentary-style videos and animations to highlight staff and programs.
Developed and launched social media campaigns for fundraising events and special recognition months.
The Trust for Public Land, remote | August 2020-March 2021
Digital Marketing Intern
Created animations, illustrations, and designs to support national campaigns and reports, highlighting the importance of public lands and parks in strengthening communities.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA | October 2017-December 2019
Video Production Intern
Produced and edited videos highlighting how the MIT community has used new technologies, such as virtual reality, augmented reality, drones, and 360 cameras, to push the boundaries of STEM research.
Worked with GIS programmers, engineers, geochemists, urban planners, and mathematicians
SPECIAL PROJECTS
Spiggle Studio Etsy Shop | August 2020-present
Founded and operate Spiggle Studio on Etsy, selling 60+ custom bird illustrations of different types and species
Sold 1,200+ prints, consistently maintaining a 5-star rating by delivering high-quality products, providing excellent customer service, and ensuring timely, efficient fulfillment.
SKILLS
Digital & Print Design, Logo and Branding, UX/UI, Illustration, Animation, Video Production
Technical: Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, XD)