Streamlined operational functions, optimizing resources for smooth event delivery and enhanced attendee experience
Strategically aligned events with church's marketing strategy, effectively targeting desired audience and amplifying impact
Handled payment and paperwork for facilities, ensuring timely and accurate transactions
Spearheaded CFBC's rebranding efforts, including website development, social media presence, and print materials
Strengthened community presence through impactful advertising, fostering increased engagement and connection
Collaborated with church leadership to identify new opportunities for community activities, expanding outreach and impact.
Graphic Designer/ Event Volunteer
Bexar County Democrats
01.2023 - Current
Designed captivating merchandise for The Blue Donkey Shop, boosting sales and promoting Bexar Democrats' values
Efficiently scheduled and coordinated successful fundraising events, maximizing resources, and generating crucial support
Supported the party's marketing efforts through compelling design solutions, enhancing brand visibility and engagement
Collaborated with leadership to develop a comprehensive community engagement plan, fostering stronger connections
Effectively managed the annual calendar and planned events to optimize resources, providing crucial support to political campaigns
Assisted in conducting party debates and actively engaged with the public, promoting transparency and democratic participation.
Founder
The Elia Project
San Antonio
01.2023 - Current
Founded The Elia Project to empower the community through design and art outreach, and give a voice to local people
Collaborates with clients to plan/create impactful graphics, illustrations, logos, layouts, and photos, bringing their vision to life
Gathers requirements, prepare proposals, and effectively communicate design solutions' value to clients
Creates customized elements for websites, books, magazines, packaging, exhibitions, and environmental designs.
PollWatcher
Texas Tool Belt
San Antonio
05.2023
Provided crucial voter information as Proposition A poll watcher, facilitating smooth voting process and informed decision-making
Developed effective methods for public engagement, promoting voter awareness and encouraging active civic participation
Fostered transparency in the electoral process by addressing voter concerns and sharing unbiased information
Collaborated with poll watchers and officials to uphold election integrity, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations
Monitored voting procedures, promptly reported irregularities, and maintained fairness and accuracy.
Full-Time Organizer
Beto for Texas
Austin
08.2022 - 11.2022
Conducted activities to affect goals around volunteer recruitment/retention, voter contact, and volunteer training/escalation
Organized activities to ensure that volunteers are well-trained, have a positive experience, and are available for future events
Supervised, trained, and encouraged volunteer leaders to take on more responsibility within the volunteer infrastructure
Used tools and spreadsheets to manage recruiting, volunteer labor, and other activities that assist the campaign and track success
Taught volunteers to utilize technology to contact and track voter interactions (Google Apps, Slack, Zoom, dialer platform, MiniVan, Mobilize).
Graphic Designer
Madikans Design
02.2006 - 12.2009
Provided graphic design services, specializing in logo design and branding for small businesses and community-based organizations
Took a methodical approach, research industry trends, utilizes color theory, and designs a brand strategy to offer clients results
Managed and completed several projects simultaneously and consistently meets clients' needs and deadlines
Utilized Adobe Suite to leverage past corporate experience creating corporate brands, cohesive looks, and logos
Scheduled meetings, pitches projects, and collaborate with clients to create a vision, conceive designs, and meet client needs
Designed and painted multiple large-scale mural projects including Capital Christian Center
Completed master-level courses in The Netherlands, and solidified a heavy Bauhaus aesthetic that shows up in my design process
Completed numerous pro bono projects for multiple churches and nonprofits including, Hope House and Global Cavalry Corporation, People's Church (Fresno, CA), and Big T's Lua.
Family Readiness Group Leader (Volunteer)
US Army
Joint Base Lewis-McChord
07.2008 - 12.2009
Supervised team of 13 volunteers, delivering in-depth training and mentoring to effectively support 125+/- military spouses
Maintained contact and provided the most updated information to spouses during a 12-month deployment
Referred family members to appropriate resources and community services to assist with coping during times of increased stress
Encouraged individuals and family members to develop skills and use strategies for confronting problems constructively.
Direct Care Worker
Marie Detty - Parker Pointe Group Home for Girls
Lawton
07.2004 - 12.2004
Full-Time Intern (Unpaid)
Harris County Youth Village
Houston
01.2004 - 06.2004
Office Manager
Taylor & Hill, Inc.
Texas City
03.2002 - 01.2004
Graphic Designer
Enron
Houston
07.2001 - 12.2001
Graphic Designer
Tribe Design
Houston
06.2000 - 07.2001
Environmental Designer
Intern FMG Design
Houston
05.1999 - 04.2000
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
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Skills
Entrepreneurial and Innovative
Team Leadership
Client Engagement
Goal Setting
Strategic Thinking
Process Improvements
Marketing
Strategic Planning
Education
Master of Arts - Sociology
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX
08.2002 - 05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Communication
University of Houston
Houston, TX
08.1997 - 05.2000
Painting, Photography, Graphic Arts
I enjoy experimenting with mixed media on canvas. I lean more toward landscapes and unexpected portraits.