WORK HISTORY

Aug 2018 – Current

Makerspace Associate – Deerfield, IL

Deerfield Public Library

I currently work at the Deerfield Public Library in Deerfield, IL, as the single full-time staff member managing everything that involves using our services. I help patrons with projects, plan classes, design daily, create content for social, and provide a great atmosphere.

I also have extensive knowledge for all the equipment we have in the Space. Over the past 3 years, I’ve become quite the adept at laser engraving, 3d printing, resin printing, vector design, embroidery design, die cutting, sewing, garment design, soldering, AV conversion, along with any new equipment we decide to add.

Sept 2014 – May 2018

Tech Support Worker – Chicago, IL

DePaul University College of Computing and Digital Media (CDM)

I worked tech support for DePaul’s CDM school for the entire duration of my degree. My duties varied from image testing, helping staff, students, and faculty, creating documentation, along with honing my customer service skills.

July 2016 – Dec 2016

Design Intern – Chicago, IL

Arcalea

As a design intern, I produced clean and effective UIs and motion graphics while learning a lot about After Effects. I also got a lot of experience in project management, including how to write project proposals.

EDUCATION

2014 – 2018

Video Game Development

DePaul University

My degree taught me that many different skills are needed to make a game. I learned how to design a game, yes, but also how to effectively plan a sprint period, measure difficulties and milestones, make gantt charts and design docs, and above all else, communicate effectively. 

My time there was just as valuable for the people I met, and the ways my network expanded. My time worked in IT for CDM was one of the best things that could have happened for me, as I met so many equally ambitious and creative individuals whom I still talk to today.

2012 – 2014

Animation (Unfinished)

Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD)

While I didn’t remain at CCAD to finish a degree, it was still a foundational step in my life where I truly started to improve myself as a great artist and individual. I learned art fundamentals — how to effectively do 3d modeling, texturing, and lighting — principles of animation — and also how to network with people, making connections. I met a lot of unique people who definitely help shape the individual I would eventually transfer into DePaul as — a much more ambitious, creative, and mature creator.