Resume

Work Experience

1998 – Present

Designer at Large

As a passionate freelance visual and interior designer who meticulously crafts product designs, web designs, and marketing advertisements. As Founder and CEO of Gemini Design Concepts, I have worked with major nonprofits, government agencies, and startups, my work is brand identity design, packaging design, interior design and the occasionally photo editing. Over the last five years,  I have been establishing Gemini Design Concepts as an L.L.C. & taking part in local works, that have helped companies change their public image, reach broader audiences, and impact more lives.

2005 – Present

Project Management 

Project managers initiate, execute, and complete projects across various industries using their project management expertise. So as such I am honing a diverse skill set nurtured by 18+ years of military service that allows me to approach each assignment in a unique and strategic way. Utilizing a deep understanding to leverage and to foster an organization’s ability to learn, succeed, and evolve with a project. 

2018 – Present

Freelance Designer

As an independent contractor who earns wages on a per-job or per-task basis, allowing mefreedom to work from home or from a non-traditional workspace. This flexible work schedule, and a better work-life balance, creating the versatile, meticulous, and imaginative graphic designer before you. As a flexible and cost-efficient hire – It helps me minimize wasting critical resources such as time and effort, and prepares me to tackle challenges along the way. My ability to take on diverse challenges within graphic design and illustration is what allows me to remain an engaged, thriving, and dedicated professional in this industry. Through consistency, accuracy, and an open line of communication,I have gained the organizational aptitude necessary for managing multiple projects at once and honed communication skills that facilitate effective implementation of my clients’ design needs. Extensive experience has taught me that abiding a solid design process helps deliver quality work that exceeds expectations.

Education and Certifications

2024

Virginia Peninsula Community College | Graphic & Media Design Associate of Applied Science Degree

My Graphic and Media Design background is quite comprehensive, covering many aspects of design to include digital photography, digital and layout design, type design, animation, video production, motion graphics design, advertising design and web design. Learning the processes utilized in industry standard studios, including print design, photographic and graphic design, video production, motion graphic and web design. I have developed my educational foundation in the creation of effective visual design solutions through the application of design theories and principles. With an ability & mastery of specific technical, conceptual, and critical abilities within computer graphics and the mixed media

 

2023 – Present 

Berkeley College | Interior Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree

Professionally responsible for providing lead design or designer project insight. With a foundation in visual presentation skills, spatial design, color coordination; the evolution of furniture, interior styles & estimations. With abilities specializing and developing time-management skills, communication skills and analytical skills in the area of design. Trained in the art and science of designing and creating functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing interior spaces. Involves the design and planning of indoor spaces, including rooms, corridors, and other areas within buildings.

 

Skills and Expertise

Hard Skills:

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    • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Dreamweaver, InDesign, AE, etc.)
    • Illustrator
    • Print Design
    • UI/UX Interface
    • Proficient with HTML/CSS and Java Script
    • Some experience with PHP 

Soft Skills:

    • Creativity 
    • Adaptability 
    • Time-Management
    • Problem Solving