KEY SKILLS

Graphic Design

Print Production

Color Correction

Typography

Layout Design

Packaging Design

Pattern Repeat Design

DIGITAL SKILLS

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Digital Photography

Final Cut Pro

Microsoft Office Suite

Quickbase

Mac + PC capable

STUDIO SKILLS

Film Photography

Print Making

Bookbinding

Collage

Drawing & Painting

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS & ACTIVITIES

Spinsters of San Francisco

WGirls Bay Area

Delta Zeta Sorority | Xi Omicron Chapter

EDUCATION

Loyola Marymount University

Los Angeles, CA | 05/2010

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design

Central Saint Martins College of Art + Design

London, UK | 10/2008 - 12/2008

Graphic Design Study Abroad Program

EXPERIENCE

Papyrus | Fairfield, CA | 01/2011 – 08/2025

Papyrus produces luxury greeting cards, stationery, and gift wrap as a part of the American Greetings corporation, a global leader in the Celebrations marketplace.

Senior Production Design Specialist | 2016 - 2025

Graphic Designer + Production Design Specialist | 2011 - 2016

  • Led end-to-end production projects from concept to file release of luxury curated handmade products, utilizing advanced design skills to showcase attention to exceptional detail, while ensuring brand alignment and efficient file management. Partnered with art direction, illustration, product development, marketing, and vendors to manage innovative complex product designs, enhance workflow, and support sustainability, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective, and timely project deliverables.

  • Developed complex and innovative Papyrus products, templates, packaging solutions, and processes in collaboration with internal and external resources.

  • Utilized advanced skills in drawing, design, color theory, and typography to create visual content that reflected and enhanced the brand aesthetic.

  • Managed time-sensitive projects, balancing multiple deadlines across product lines with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring minimal errors in vendor reviews.

  • Led production projects through cross-functional collaboration, assigning tasks, managing deliverables, and mentoring team members.

    • Non-card collections, i.e., gift bags, wrap, labels, etc.

    • Emboss plate approvals

    • File revisions

    • End-to-end product development for new designers

  • Executed key corporate initiatives including contingency manufacturing strategies and E-Commerce growth with new product formats and companion files.

  • Provided strategic support for licensing partnerships (Peanuts, Disney, Hello Kitty, Star Wars, etc.), exclusive programs (Target), and special projects (Costco), ensuring alignment with brand objectives.

  • Identified cost-savings and waste-reduction opportunities in product build processes, collaborating with Product Development to ensure target costs were met without compromising quality.

  • Executed advanced sustainability goals and initiatives focusing on FSC compliant / eco-friendly material utilization and sustainable packaging.

  • Accountable for and delivered comprehensive knowledge of creative specifications and production build to uphold the highest standards in file accuracy.

    • Established and maintained reference resources which improved understanding of new design processes including vendor tolerances, color correction, and file build.

    • Enhanced time management strategies within the team increasing productivity during peak seasons.

    • Conducted color review meetings, providing guidance on color questions and solutions.

Minted | San Francisco, CA | 12/2010

Online design marketplace and e-commerce company that crowd-sources designs for stationery, wall art, home decor, and textiles through a community of independent artists and designers.

Seasonal Design Associate

  • Worked on the creation, approval, and production of custom holiday card orders, ensuring timely delivery within a fast-paced, seasonal environment.

    • Prepared, reviewed, and revised customer proofs to meet quality and design standards.

    • Applied expertise in layout design, typography, and photo and color editing producing high-quality materials.

Margaret Elizabeth Jewelry | San Francisco, CA | 10/2010 – 06/2012

Jewelry company offering timeless, classic, and versatile pieces for everyday wear and special occasions, focusing on quality and craftsmanship.

Freelance Graphic Designer

  • Established and refined a cohesive brand identity across digital and print platforms, including comprehensive branding and logo design initiatives.

    • Executed and produced a variety of marketing materials, such as business cards, email invitations, blog post layouts, and jewelry line sheet templates effectively showcasing product offerings.

Loyola Marymount University | Los Angeles, CA | 08/2009 – 05/2010 

A top-ranked national university committed to fostering a diverse academic community rich in opportunities for intellectual engagement and real-world experience.

Tower Yearbook Design Editor                                    

  • Created and oversaw all design and layout processes for the 2010 Tower Yearbook, ensuring a cohesive visual aesthetic throughout the publication.

  • Collaborated closely with the Editor to develop comprehensive style guides, establishing consistent design standards.

  • Oversaw Production and Section Editors, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and project goals.

  • Assisted in finalizing and compiling pages for production, ensuring accuracy and quality control.

  • Designed marketing collateral and promotional products

Venables Bell & Partners | San Francisco, CA | 05/2009 – 08/2009

An internationally recognized independent San Francisco advertising agency.

Intern | Print Department                                                            

  • Collaborated within the print department studio, contributing to various design projects.

  • Contributed to the execution of advertising campaigns for key clients.

  • Supported the development of creative mock-ups for pitch books.

  • Assisted in the creation of dynamic Keynote presentations for prospective clients.

  • Designed and organized detailed outlines and charts to streamline project workflows.

  • Conducted comprehensive image research to support creative mock-up development.