Creative leader with over 10 years of experience in digital, print, and instructional design. Proven ability to develop original designs that enhance brand visibility and foster strong client relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Artist
Cory Johnson Art & Design
01.2012 - Current
Freelance graphic design, illustration, hand-lettering, and surface design.
Custom logos, invitations, greeting cards, stationery, web graphics, and screen-printing designs.
Sold more than 75 commissioned paintings of custom pet portraits specializing in the use of bright, vibrant color with unique signature style.
Senior E-Learning Graphic Designer
Love's Travel Stops and Country Stores, Inc.
06.2022 - 02.2025
Conceptualized and developed engaging e-learning modules prioritizing user experience and accessibility.
Collaborated with subject matter experts to produce compelling visuals, infographics, and animations.
Designed visually appealing course materials ensuring brand consistency across digital platforms.
Applied UX/UI principles to enhance learner retention and comprehension of content.
Communications and Print Production Assistant
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
08.2013 - 05.2022
Designed digital and printed materials for Chamber events, including programs, advertisements, signage, and web graphics.
Operated Konica Minolta AccurioPress C3070 production printer after completing over 45 hours of training.
Coordinated advertising copy between member companies and in-house marketing team.
Created custom hand-drawn artwork for annual Visitors’ Guide and Chamber holiday cards, reaching over 100,000 and 4,000 recipients respectively.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Study Abroad Program - Design & Photography
University of Kansas
Northern Italy & Germany
Skills
Design & Technical Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, Audition, Lightroom), Adobe Captivate, Fiery Command Workstation, Microsoft Office 365, Smartsheet, Asana, Inkling
Design Expertise: Graphic Design, Instructional Design, Web Design, Logo Design, Advertising, Illustration, Painting, Typography, Color Theory, Hand-lettering, Surface Design, Print Production, Color Correction/Proofing
Multimedia & UX: E-learning Development, UX/UI Design, Animation Integration, High-volume Print Production, File Prep for Digital & Print
Operating Systems: Windows XP, Mac OS X, Chrome OS
Languages: English (Fluent), French (Reading Proficiency)
Honorary Visiting Professor at Design Department, Kanazawa College of Art and DesignHonorary Visiting Professor at Design Department, Kanazawa College of Art and Design
Student Admin. Assistant | Curatorial Intern at Herbert F. Johnson Museum of ArtStudent Admin. Assistant | Curatorial Intern at Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art