Resume

Experience

Teacher Assistant

Various Locations, June 1988 – December 2022

Facilitated learning experiences at multiple educational institutions, fostering critical
thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
Created visually appealing activities to engage students and activities and collaborated with colleagues to integrate diverse subjects into cohesive lesson plans.

Chief Warrant Officer Personnel Administration

US Coast Guard, Portsmouth, VA, May 1998 – July 2021

Subject matter expert in human resources and personnel administration, providing leadership and management within the organization.
Web Content Manager for multiple units, utilizing various programs to share policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and improving organizational efficiency.

Deli Manager
Food Lion, Portsmouth, VA, February 1992 – March 1998

Oversaw the daily operations of the deli department, including staffing, scheduling, merchandising and implementing marketing strategies to increase sales.
Created unique promotional displays for weekly, monthly, and holiday displays,
cake decorating designs, party tray designs, and advertisements.

Education and Training

Associate of Arts: Graphic Design, Bryan University, Tempe, AZ, 04/2024, GPA: 3.62
UX/UI Design Certification: Web Design, Bryan University, Tempe, AZ, 07/2023, GPA: 3.55
Bachelor of Arts: Organizational Management, Ashford University, 10/2011, GPA: 3.66, Graduated Cum Laude,
Member of the SALUTE Veteran Honor Society
Associate of Arts: Business, Ashford University, Clinton, IA, 03/2010, GPA: 3.77, Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Graphic Design Skills

Brand Messaging: Promotional Marketing and Advertising, Multimedia Integration and Content Strategy, Social Media Oversight
Graphic Design Programs: Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Canva, Cricut Design Space, Figma, Miro, and WordPress
Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, W3 Schools, Responsive Grid Generator, and Sublime Text
Web Design: SEO Experience, Content Curation, Marketing, Coast Guard Portal
Project Management: Planning, Coordination, and Execution
Communication: Clear Verbal and Written Communication, and Customer Service
Microsoft Office 365 and Google Docs
Writing, Editing and Proofreading Skills
Leadership: Team Management, Problem-Solving, and Decision-Making
Critical and Creative Thinking
Client Presentation and Campaign Development
Research and Interview Skills

Activities and Honors