Education

Temple University

Film and Media Arts BA

2020-2024

Skills

• Adobe Photoshop

• Adobe Illustrator

• Adobe After Effects

• Adobe Premiere Pro

• Adobe InDesign

• Sony Vegas Pro

• DaVinci Resolve

• Art Direction

• Social Media Strategy

• Research

• Photography (Film + Digital)

• Sewing

Relevant Coursework

• Film Comedy

• Screenwriting

• Film History

Interests & Activities 

• Comedy

• Mancala

• Filmmaking

• Crafting

• Art & Design

• History

Work Experience

Sam Hopko Designs Personal Brand / Freelance Graphic Designer

• Successfully developed and sold 2,000+ units of merchandise featuring original designs, many of which have gained recognition on social media platforms

• Implement innovative, self-taught social media marketing strategies that consistently achieve virality, generating more sales

• Continuously research and leverage trending topics in media and pop culture, seamlessly integrating these themes into designs

Cody Ko Productions Graphic Designer

• Collaborated with the creative team to conceptualize and design visually compelling video thumbnails, and other promotional graphics, increasing click-through rates and subscriber growth

• Developed a consistent and on-brand visual identity for Cody Ko’s YouTube channel, ensuring a cohesive and engaging viewer experience across main and secondary channels

• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines and maintaining high-quality design standards in a fast-paced environment

Office Hours Live with Tim Heidecker Production and Graphic Designer Intern

• Developed and designed various graphics for thumbnail art, title cards, visual bits, promotional assets, and social media

• Provided production support by setting up microphones, cameras, and efficiently dismantling the set post-production

• Conducted research and delivered “breaking news” segments during the show, contributing to timely and engaging content 

Women Work Fucking Hard Graphic Designer

• Worked directly with founders Lindsay Shookus & Kristin O’Keeffe Merrick to develop digital content for their flagship events in NYC

• Assisted in launching their virtual WWFH: Salon Series

• Designed and created online materials and invitations for professional networking events that showcase female entrepreneurs and women-led businesses

Seek Discomfort Graphic Designer

• Designed over 40 unique and visually appealing graphics for various apparel items, ensuring alignment with brand identity and target audience preferences

• Conducted in-depth research, assessment, and forecasting of clothing and design trends, providing actionable insights that informed design strategies and enhanced market relevance

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and develop innovative capsule merchandise collections, contributing creative ideas and assisting in the execution of comprehensive design plans.