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Learning, Design, and Technology: University of Georgia. M.Ed. (2012)

Art Therapy: Spring Hill College. B.A. (1997)

Illustrator/publisher of 3 coloring books: Rainbows Happen, Flower Power, and The Hand Illustrated Mandala Coloring Book
Experience
Interactive Online Game Developer (volunteer)
@Georgia Museum of Art
Primary point of contact for all key stakeholders involved in the development of an interactive online learning experience for 8-11 year old target audience; Conduct client needs assessment; Manage prototyping and revision process; Ensure compliance with government standards such as Georgia Performance Standards for Visual Arts, and Section 508.
Dates
Jan. 2012 - Present
Customer Service Associate
@Paper Source, Inc
Engage customers and demonstrate how to use core products such as DIY stationery supplies, heat embossers and bookbinding materials. Guide customers through the process of selecting designs and ordering custom print materials. Assisted with initial floor set and visual merchandising for store opening.
Dates
Sep. 2008 - Present
Owner
@mandalacoloringbooks.com
Edit images for publication in coloring books using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop CS5. Create book layout and cover designs using Adobe inDesign CS3. Create and maintain website using Dreamweaver CS5. Built online interactive image colorizer using Flash CS5, Keynote, and Adobe Muse. Books are sold on amazon.com, and at The Beehive in Atlanta's Edgewood shopping center.
Location
Atlanta, GA
Dates
Dec. 2007 - Present
Website
http://mandalacoloringbooks.com
Sales Training Intern
@Molnlycke Health Care
Created user instructions for Enterprise Risk Management application (ERMS). Conducted needs assessment across Human Resources, Learning & Development, Sales, and IT departments in preparation for Learning Management System (LMS) and Talent Management software purchase; Researched the Talent Management and LMS software market; Managed relationships with software vendors; Translated technical information into layman’s terms and presented research results to key stakeholders to inform decision making.
Location
Norcross, Georgia
Dates
Jan. 2011 - Jun. 2011
Co-founder
@Concrete Lace, LLC
Founded a small business with my sister to promote our handcrafted paper goods and art prints. We specialize in greeting cards, calligraphy, and fine letterpress printmaking.

Exhibited product at Inman Park Festival (April 2008 and 2009), Virginia Highland Summer Fest (June 2008 and 2009) AmericasMart Home/Apparel/Gift Show (July 2008) Indie Craft Experience (Nov 2008, June 2009, Nov 2010) and Serenbe's 2009 May Day Celebration.

work featured in Atlanta magazine, Budget Travel magazine, Daily Candy Atlanta, and Decor8 design blog.

Location
Atlanta, GA
Dates
Mar. 2006 - May. 2010
Account Executive
@Creative Loafing
Sold event sponsorships, print and online advertising contracts for the 3rd largest alternative weekly newspaper company in America.
Dates
Aug. 2006 - Dec. 2007
On Premise Key Account Sales
@United Distributors
Dates
2002 - 2004
Sales Representative, Coastal Division
@Atlanta Wholesale Wine
Represented Atlanta Wholesale Wine’s extensive wine portfolio in St. Simon’s, Brunswick, and Savannah markets. Opened 22 new accounts on first sales route as a result of cold calls. Doubled management’s sales projections.
Dates
Jan. 2000 - Jan. 2002
Education
M.Ed. Learning, Design, & Technology
@The University of Georgia
Fields
Design, Learning, and Technology
Location
Athens, GA
Dates
Jun. 2010 - Present
Spring Hill College
Dates
1993 - 1997