I volunteered at The Stirring as the Senior Artist and Gallery Manager for 9 years. My duties included finding artists to paint on stage during the service, connecting with other artists and artist groups, reviewing and hanging art in the gallery, promoting openings, writing press releases for the exhibits, etc.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts, with special emphasis on Graphic Design from University of Memphis; Memphis, Tennessee. Graduated magna cum laude (with high distinction) in May 2003.
Volunteer Roles
The Stirring, Hope Pres. Church – Leadership Team Member
Senior Artist and Gallery Manager, Nov. 2003 – Jan. 2013
Work Experience
Baptist Memorial Health Care – Corporate Communications
Senior Artist, Dec. 2005 – present
Design and manage multiple projects such as ads, brochures, flyers, and other printed pieces for BMHCC hospitals and departments.
Inferno
Art Director, July 2004 – Dec. 2005
Production Artist, July 2003 – July 2004
Signature Advertising
Design Intern, September 2002 – December 2002
Good Advertising
Design Intern, February 2001 – May 2001
Accomplishments
2002 Dana D. Johnson Scholarship from the University of Memphis for graphic design
2001 Communigraphics Scholarship from the University of Memphis and the Memphis Advertising Federation for graphic design
Eagle Scout Rank in 1998 from Boy Scouts of America Troop 255
