EDUCATION
Miami University, Oxford, OH
Bachelor of Arts in Emerging Technology in Business and Design May 2026
Minor: Communication Design
Overall GPA: 3.72/4.00
Study Abroad Spring 2025: Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Teacher's Assistant for Branding Studio, Oxford, OH, January 2026 - Present
Art 352 - Communication Design Studio
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Mentored and evaluated 20 students through branding projects, facilitating feedback on concept development and execution
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Met regularly with students to provide guidance, answer questions, and ensure they felt supported throughout their projects, fostering a collaborative and motivating learning environment
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Designed and led interactive lessons on logo animation, teaching students to create professional motion graphics using After Effects and Premiere Pro
WMSR Redhawk Radio Club, Oxford, OH, August 2023 - Present
Programmer/Web Designer
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Managed scheduling for 20 radio shows per semester, coordinating recording sessions, and ensuring all technical equipment functioned smoothly for seamless broadcast operations
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Designed and re-launched a centralized website that aligned with station branding, improving user experience for both hosts and listeners for easier navigation
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Collaborated with a 10-member executive board to plan events, coordinate outreach efforts, and implement strategies that expanded the organization’s presence and engagement across campus
Freelance Web Designer, Mackinac Island, MI, May 2025 - August 2025
Web Designer
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Built and launched a custom Shopify website in collaboration with a small business owner, Urvana’s on Mackinac Island, translating brand vision into a functional e-commerce experience
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Produced and styled product photography for over 200 items, carefully arranging each piece to highlight its unique features, maintaining consistent lighting and composition, and developing a cohesive visual system that enhanced the overall look and feel of the website
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Optimized site structure and product organization to strengthen usability and customer navigation for varying audiences
DESIGN PROJECTS
Miami University Luxembourg Foundation Website Design & Development January 2026 - May 2026
IMS 440 - Senior Capstone Project
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Helped lead a six-person design team within a 40-person interdisciplinary capstone to deliver a website and digital strategy for the Miami University Luxembourg Foundation (MULF)
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Acted as the central point of communication between eight project teams and client stakeholders, streamlining collaboration and ensuring project objectives remained aligned throughout development
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Designed and refined user-centered website experiences through wireframing, content strategy, and stakeholder-driven iteration, balancing user needs with organizational goals
The Bear Title Sequence August 2023 - December 2023
IMS 430 - Motion Design Toolkit
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Analyzed four hours of footage to craft and animate a dynamic title sequence
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Selected as one of five students to present work at the Student Exposition
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Created motion graphics using Adobe After Effects to convey narrative tone and pacing
RoomRite App January 2023 - May 2023
IMS 322 - Intermediate Interaction Design & IMS 351 - Intro to Mobile App Dev
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Conducted user research on college chore management, creating detailed personas, mapping workflows, and designing wireframes to identify pain points and uncover opportunities for improving user experience
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Designed interactive prototypes and implemented gamification features in Figma, enhancing user engagement and providing a clear blueprint for app development
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Built and launched a fully functional iOS app using SwiftUI, integrating core features and ensuring a seamless user experience from concept to deployment
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Pink Pony, Mackinac Island, MI, June 2025 - Present
Bar Back
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Solely managed high-volume bar operations by restocking three bars simultaneously to maintain seamless service during peak hours
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Oversaw weekly inventory deliveries, maintaining accurate stock levels at the busiest bar in Michigan
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Anticipated bartender needs to proactively prepare supplies and organize the workspace, ensuring efficient service and reducing downtime during peak hours
Patterson’s Café, Oxford, OH, August 2024 - Present
Barista/Bartender/Server
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Balanced drink preparation, between coffees and alcoholic beverages, and customer service in a fast-paced environment, serving bar and table guests simultaneously
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Streamlined order and service processes, boosting team efficiency and reducing wait times for patrons
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Trained and mentored new hires, guiding them through drink preparation and customer service best practices to ensure smooth team performance
HARD SKILLS
Graphic Design & Motion Graphics: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects
Prototyping & UI: Figma, WordPress, Shopify, Wix
Web & Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SwiftUI
3D & Interactive: TouchDesigner, Cinema 4D, Notch
Analytics & Tools: Google Analytics, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office
