Exhibitions/Awards
Stilwell Student Art Show
2023, 2024
Stilwell Creative Design Award
2024
Salon des Réfusés
2024
“Now What?” BFA Senior Show
2024
Stilwell des Réfusés
2023
Memberships
Phi Delta Theta
2020–2023
Philanthropy Chairman | 2021
Historian (Social Media) | 2021–2022
USD AIGA
2023
Education
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, South Dakota
Bachelor of Fine Arts, May 2024
Major Graphic Design
Minor Art History
Dean’s List 2022–2023
Software
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe After Effects
Adobe XD
Adobe Premiere Pro
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Keynote
Figma
Work Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer
2022–present | Vermillion, South Dakota
Collaborate with clients to understand their design needs and preferences
Develop and present design concepts and mockups to clients for approval
Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Remain up-to-date with industry trends and design software
Create innovative design packages to elevate and differentiate branding, marketing, and advertising initiatives
Walmart
Personal Shopper & Stock and Unload Associate
2022–2024 | Vermillion, South Dakota
Retrieve merchandise for online orders
Check selected merchandise to ensure the best quality
Dispense orders to customers upon arrival
Stock products
Unload merchandise/freight trucks
J. W. Tramp Construction
Residential & Finishing Carpenter
2019–2022 | Yankton, South Dakota
Framed residential houses
Installed siding on residential houses and 32-unit apartment complex
Finish carpentry, involving setting and hanging doors, interior trim, building closet/pantry shelves
Poured concrete in basement floors, sidewalks, driveways