As a kid, I can remember my favorite toys were always markers, pencils, and a fresh piece of paper. I was intrigued by logos even at a young age and would try and re-create them with the tools that I had. At that age, I had no concept of the impact or importance a great logo design could have - only that it was appealing. As I got older the tools changed, and my interest in design expanded.

A natural course led me to the field of visual communication. I first attended Platt College in 1999 where I earned my Associate's Degree and continued studies to obtain a Certificate in Multimedia. Upon graduation, I quickly landed a career as a 2D effects artist. In the years that followed, I expanded my skills to include motion graphics, video editing, and general graphic design. In 2006 I joined the graphics department KB Home Architecture where we an all-in-one stop for the nationwide homebuilder. Everything from digital renderings, to brochures, sales presentation pieces and large full color prints were customary. Budgets, proposals, and un-missable deadlines were commonplace.

As the economy boomed, so did the demand and the company's expansion. I quickly moved up to assume the role of Sr. Color Coordinator. Planning budgets, workflow, and project managing through design and completion were daily duties. Fast-paced and quick turnaround were crucial to the departments success, which increased from 74% to 92% on-time turnaround. This is where I truly experienced the term feast or famine.

Unfortunately, what followed for everyone was the economic downturn and my eventual departure in 2010. Seizing the opportunity, I re-enrolled in Platt College to obtain my B.A. in Visual Communications. Combining 10 plus years of design experience, along with a newly acquired Bachelor's Degree in Web Design, I am confident in continuing my path in the design industry. My goal is to continue to learn and grow, and further open new doors in this rewarding field.

Sometimes a man can still meet his destiny on the road he took to avoid it.

– Jean de La Fontaine, wikiquote.com