I'm a mission-driven Artist and Graphic Designer with over a decade of experience in visual storytelling, communication design, and branding.

I'm passionate about using art to ignite advocacy, civic engagement, and social justice. With a deep commitment to community, I create impactful, inclusive designs that foster connection, spark action, and drive meaningful change.

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Mission Driven Artist and Graphic Designer

Summary

I’m a mission-driven Artist and Graphic Designer with over a decade of experience in visual storytelling, communication design, and branding.

I’m passionate about using art to ignite advocacy, civic engagement, and social justice. With a deep commitment to community, I create impactful, inclusive designs that foster connection, spark action, and drive meaningful change.

Education

University of Hartford
BFA Visual Communication Design, 2014

  • Graduated with cum laude honors
  • Coursework in graphic design, art history, and foundations of art including: printmaking, sculpture, photography, media arts, 2D design, painting, and drawing

Current Work Experience

COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) / 2021 – Present

Manage a wide range of in-house design requests, including graphic design, photography, digital advertising, and visual presentations.

  • Provide support for CREC’s initiatives, programs, schools, and events


WEBSITE & COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Connecticut Family School Partnerships / 2021 – 2023

  • Managed website, social media content, and performance
  • Designed informational flyers, social media graphics, presentations, and graphics for family engagement events and outreach initiatives
  • Ensured consistency in messaging, branding, and visual identity


ARTIST & GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Danielle Ellan / 2016 – Present

  • Provide short-term & contract graphic design & education services
  • Taught art classes and provided one-on-one art tutoring
  • Led therapeutic art classes at local museums and other institutions
  • Advocated for quality, affordable childcare as a KITE Parent Ambassador in collaboration with the OEC and Parent Cabinet

Past Experience

SENIOR MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE

InterCommunity Health Care / 2023 – 2024

  • Designed print and digital marketing materials, including ads, flyers, event graphics, presentations, logos, emails, and social media content
  • Created press releases and communication plans
  • Supported events, fundraising, donor relations, and community partnerships with marketing and photography
  • Managed website updates, agency branding, and design requests
  • Key Accomplishment: Created the organization’s first Marketing Policies & Procedure Book and Brand Guidelines

 

VISUAL MEDIA DESIGNER

CTDOT – State of Connecticut / 2021 – 2022

  • Designed digital and print materials for social media campaigns to support communications, marketing, and outreach goals
  • Created content calendars and communication plans with SMART goals
  • Supported events with photography, video, social media, and staffing
  • Provided insights through social media analytics to optimize growth and engagement across multiple social media platforms
  • Built brand awareness through strategic content and storytelling
  • Produced viral video (“Name the Snowplow”) with 10K+ views for recruitment and outreach
  • Grew Facebook following from 650 to 3,000+ in six months
  • Maintained brand consistency across all visuals and messaging

 

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Harc, Inc. / 2018 – 2021

  • Served as in-house designer, webmaster, and social media manager, ensuring brand consistency across digital and print
  • Produced marketing videos, visual presentations, ads, and event materials
  • Created photography and video content for campaigns and events, managing visual storytelling and coverage
  • Collaborated with PowerStation Events on full video production and livestreams for galas and fundraisers
  • Maintained a visual asset library for various projects
  • Led video projects for recruitment, training, social media, and campaigns

Volunteer Experience

SMALL GROUP LEADER

New Day Church / Enfield, CT / Sept 2022 – Present

  • Lead small group discussions & supervise children in the child-watch

 

KITE MEMBER

Key Initiatives to Early Education (KITE) / Enfield, CT / Sept 2019 – Present

  • Participate in initiatives supporting early childhood education

 

SECRETARY > VICE PRESIDENT >> PRESIDENT

Parent Teachers Organization (PTO) / Enfield, CT / 2020 – 2023

  • Managed PTO operations, leading meetings, fundraising, event planning, and community outreach to support family-school initiatives

 

PARENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ALUMNI (PLA)

Enfield Parent Leadership Academy / Enfield, CT / 2020 – 2023

  • Completed leadership training focused on education and community involvement, with projects to enhance family-school engagement

Additional Skills

Design Tools:

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Digital Media Creation Platforms
  • Canva
  • Figma


Platforms:

  • WordPress & Squarespace
  • Mailchimp & Constant Contact
  • Hootsuite & Sprout Social
  • Monday.com
  • MS Office
  • Meta Business Suite
  • Google Analytics


Strengths:

  • Photography & Videography
  • Graphic Design
  • Elements & Principles of Design
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Digital Media Production
  • Problem Solving
  • Project Management
  • Branding & Visual Identity
  • Customer Service
  • Thought Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Social Media Management
  • Accessible Design
  • Intuition and & Analytical Skills


Equipment

  • Photo & Video Equipment

Exhibits

JOURNEY’S END

Windsor Art Center

Windsor, CT (2025)

EMBRACING KINDNESS

Sarasota Art Museum

Sarasota, Florida (2024)

EMBRACING OUR DIFFERENCES

Sarasota Art Museum

Sarasota, Florida (2017)