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Community Builder Senior Graphic Designer Art DirectorA purpose-driven leader known for taking corporate success and funneling it into community progress, I am passionate about community organizations and fighting for the unseen/unheard. I am proficient in program development, communication, and collaboration.STRENGTHSEmpathic leader, a military spouse with experience working with individuals from different backgrounds/nationalitiesAdept in program development, identifies gaps in community needs, and works with existing organizations to fill the needExpert communicator, understands the concepts of messaging in marketing and training groupsSkilled artist of multiple mediums, known for branding, especially logo design, and providing unique conceptualizationLongtime volunteer, volunteer coordinator, and supporter of programs that serve the military community, youth, and familiesEXPERIENCEGraphic Designer/Small Business Owner, Various Locations 06/2000  CurrentFounded The Elia Project to empower the community through design and art outreach and give a voice to local people by collaborating with clients to plan and create impactful graphics, illustrations, logos, layouts, and photos, bringing their vision to lifeSpearheaded the creation of captivating new merchandise for The Blue Donkey Shop, including Fiesta 2023, Gun Awareness, Biden 2024, and Pride Month, effectively boosting sales while promoting Bexar Democrats' values and creating awareness.Took a systematic approach, researched industry trends, utilized color theory, and designed a brand strategy to offer clients results to manage and complete several projects simultaneously and consistently meet client's needs and deadlines.Provided graphic design services, specializing in logo design and branding for small businesses and community-based organizations; utilized Adobe Suite to leverage past corporate experience, creating corporate brands, cohesive looks, and logos.Scheduled meetings, pitched projects, and collaborated with clients to create a vision, conceive designs, and meet client needs; designed and painted multiple large-scale mural projects, including Capital Christian CenterEfficiently scheduled and coordinated successful fundraising events, maximizing resources and generating crucial support for the party's marketing efforts through compelling design solutions, enhancing brand visibility and engagementGathers requirements, prepares proposals, and effectively communicates the value of design solutions to clients by creating customized elements for websites, books, magazines, packaging, exhibitions, and environmental designs.Spearheaded CFBC's rebranding efforts, including website development, social media presence, and print materials to effectively target the desired audience and amplify impact to strengthen community presence through impactful advertising, fostering increased engagement and connection.Collaborated on various designs, contributing to over 100 design projects within two years, and worked as the lead print designer for a major energy corporationVolunteer  Organizational and Community Support 07/2008  CurrentMaintained regular communication with a roster of 500 food clients through the utilization of Call Multiplier, assisting in coordinating highly impactful monthly food drives and promoting the work to create a fully functioning free grocery to help families in need in the community.Formed impactful partnerships to expand the reach and serve a more significant number of beneficiaries, highlighting a commitment to fighting hunger while receiving positive recognition and media coverage. These partnerships provided valuable insights into the need for basic food requirements to plan for future improvements.Efficiently managed logistics, coordinated volunteers, and established a monthly schedule for all events at Christian Family Baptist Church and successfully managed end-to-end event process, ensuring seamless execution and exceeding expectations by streamlining operational functions, optimizing resources for smooth event delivery, and enhancing the attendee experience.Managed all contracts and finances for event planning, ensuring timely and accurate transactions while collaborating with church leadership to identify new opportunities to expand outreach.Supervised a team of 13 volunteers to deliver in-depth training and mentoring over 18 months while effectively supporting over 125 military spouses and family members and maintaining contact to provide the most updated information to families during a 12-month deployment.Referred family members to appropriate resources and community services to assist with coping during times of increased stress and encouraged individuals and family members to develop skills and use strategies for confronting problems constructively.Collaborated with leadership to develop a comprehensive community engagement plan, fostering stronger connections to support numerous projects for multiple churches and nonprofits, including Hope House and Global Cavalry Corporation, People's Church (Fresno, CA), and Big T's LuaPolitical Field Operations San Antonio, TX 08/2022 - 10/2023Successfully canvassed 20+ diverse public events and over 100 locations in and around San Antonio, generating support for educating people about Prop A, and gathering more than 5000 signatures for its inclusion on the ballot; played a pivotal role in public events, effectively conveying its significance.Used tools and spreadsheets to manage recruiting, volunteer labor, and other activities that assist the campaign and track success Taught volunteers to utilize technology to contact and track voter interactions (Google Apps, Slack, Zoom, dialer platform, MiniVan, Mobilize)Collaborated with a diverse team to develop a strategy for engaging with communities and executing effective canvassing techniques to exceed signature targets, raise awareness, and empower voices for Prop A, strengthening the democratic process.Provided crucial voter information as a poll watcher, developed effective methods for public engagement, promoted voter awareness, encouraged active civic participation, facilitated the smooth voting process, and informed decision-making.Fostered transparency in the electoral process by collaborating with officials to uphold election integrity, ensured adherence to laws and regulations while addressing voter concerns, and shared unbiased information by monitoring voting procedures and reporting irregularities.Organized and conducted activities to affect goals and ensure that volunteers were well-trained, had a positive experience, and were available for future events to support volunteer recruitment/retention, voter contact, and volunteer training.Effectively managed the annual calendar and planned events to optimize resources, providing crucial support to political campaigns; assisted in conducting party debates and actively engaged with the public, promoting transparency and democratic participationOTHER WORK EXPERIENCEDirect Care Worker, Marie Detty - Parker Pointe Group Home for Girls Lawton, OK 07/2004 - 12/2004Full-Time Intern (Unpaid), Harris County Youth Village Houston, TX 01/2004 - 06/2004Office Manager, Taylor & Hill, Inc. Texas City, TX 03/2002 - 01/2004EDUCATIONMaster of Arts in Criminology, University of Houston  Clear Lake Houston, TX 05/2004Participated in an independent study of serial crimes with Professor Steven EggerBachelor of Arts in Graphic Communications, University of Houston Houston, TX 05/2000Completed the Graduate Level Summer Program for graphic design in The Netherlands.