Everything here I designed , wrote, and/or made — sometimes by hand. I did the work pro bono, collaborating with many talented individuals, because I believed in the goals of both these nonprofits. And it was fun.

FIGMENT CHICAGO (2013-2016): Communications Director for participatory arts weekend event at City of Chicago Parks in charge of all press material, marketing, outreach, social media, and graphics. Handled the Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. Coordinated all photographers and photo content pre-and-post event. Followed the FIGMENT graphics standards in all original graphic design (and DIY aesthetic with hand-drawn signs and media kits). Utilized Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software tools NationBuilder and Salesforce to communicate with audience and measure success.

THE ARTS OF LIFE ASSOCIATE BOARD (2013-2017): Fundraising and outreach promotions efforts helped raise $10,000 annually for artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Spearheaded original Associate Board branding effort to cohesively match the Arts of Life "look." Involved in poster graphic design, press release writing, template building, and promotional copy for events, including the annual Oscar fundraiser party, OscArts of Life. Used the web-based project management tool Basecamp for efficient delegation of tasks to team. The Arts of Life is a 501(c)(3) with two professional art studios and represent over 60 artists with varying levels of physical and intellectual disabilities.