Dynamic graphic designer with a strong foundation in Adobe Creative Suite, layout, and typography. Proven ability to create engaging visuals and collaborate effectively to enhance brand visibility and user engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
GALLERY ASSISTANT
Corridoio Florentino
Florence, Italy
08.2024 - 12.2024
Provided support during gallery openings and events, assisted with exhibition installations, and curated online collections.
Maintained detailed gallery exhibition statements and interviewed artists whose work was displayed during the exhibition.
Collaborated with curators and artists to promote gallery programs and organize events.
Provided administrative support to gallery staff as needed.
GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Bethesda, MD
05.2024 - 08.2024
Conceptualized and designed cover art for NIAID's 2025 Strategic Plan.
Translated complex scientific data and technical text into informative, easy-to-understand visuals and infographics.
Helped design and publish content for various external products such as newsletters and website graphics, as well as internal communication products.
Ensured that designs followed NIAID branding guidelines.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER/SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN
Richmond Fashion Week (RVAFW)
Richmond, VA
08.2023 - 05.2024
.Company Overview: a bi-annual event showcasing Richmond's fashion and arts community.
Created visually appealing content for RVAFW.
Designed print materials, banners, and various marketing materials.
Gathered content for social media; created digital graphics to drive user engagement and boost online visibility among target audiences on Instagram and X.
A bi-annual event showcasing Richmond's fashion and arts community.
SERVER
Sunrise Assisted Living
Bethesda, MD
06.2023 - 01.2024
Responsible for providing food service in an assisted living facility.
Assisted clients with making menu choices and served food and beverages.
Bussed and reset tables in the dining room, trained new hires, and worked diligently to maintain the highest restaurant standards and best practices.
GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN
The Hydrocephalus Association
Bethesda, MD
06.2020 - 08.2020
Volunteered in the communications department of a local non-profit to raise awareness about hydrocephalus; created infographics and designs to engage teens via social media.
Education
Master of Arts - Graphic Design
MICA (Maryland Institute College of Art)
Baltimore, MD
05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts and Design
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Arts
Richmond, VA
05.2025
International Studies Program
Florence University of The Arts
Florence, Italy
09.2024
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Graphic design
Creative Conceptualization and Design
Layout and Typography
3D Digital Art (Autodesk, and Zbrush)
Digital and Interactive Design
Illustration
Unreal Engine (Game Development)
Digital Marketing and Social Media Design
Figma
Curating
Social media marketing
Accomplishments
Awarded First Place at the VCU'S School of Business Pitch Competition, Spring 2024
Professora de Língua Portuguesa no ensino fundamental at Escola Estadual Prof. João Florentino NetoProfessora de Língua Portuguesa no ensino fundamental at Escola Estadual Prof. João Florentino Neto
Nursing Professional Development Specialist at Yale New Haven Children's HospitalNursing Professional Development Specialist at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital