Helping Small Businesses
I am a freelance graphic designer near the Ann Arbor, MI area, specializing in design for print and web, branding, photography, social media—all while powered by the finest Earl Grey tea available! My goal is to fill the gap for small businesses who need design support but can’t afford to hire a full time person.
Passionate About Graphic Design
My Graphic Design Experience
I have over 10 years of graphic and web design experience. Before creating my own company, I was a marketing manager for a finance B2B tech company based in San Francisco. I also worked as an in-house designer at University of Michigan and in various industries like hospitality, education and software development. Project management includes coordinating full projects from new 300+ page websites to 100+ page printed magazines. I would love to put this experience to work for you and your business.
My Education
- Schoolcraft Community College: Associates Degree in Computer Graphics Technology
- Eastern Michigan University: BFA with a concentration in graphic design
How did you get started in graphic design?
As I was starting my family and finishing my BFA, I kept my portfolio current by doing volunteer design work. Completing these projects gave me real-world experience and connections. In fact, my first real design job came by referral. A print vendor I had worked with several times offered to refer me to another of his clients for their open Graphic Designer role. The rest is history!
As my career progressed, I took on more responsibility at each new job. I went from a temp graphic designer at University of Michigan to Marketing Manager at a tech company based in San Francisco.
Will travel for tea!
Design work funds my other passion — travel! I’ve visited seven countries and hope to add more soon. In 2016, I took a solo trip to Brussels, Paris, Bruges and Amsterdam and learned so much about myself and the world. One of my most valuable lessons was how to travel with only a carry-on backpack. I often joke that my tea is running out and it’s time to travel to a new country and get more.
