Experience

Senior Graphic Designer - Galpin Motors
Van Nuys, CA (Hybrid)
2019 - Present

• Lead designer for marketing across 12+ dealership locations and 4 food & beverage outlets, overseeing brand, campaign strategy, and creative execution for digital, email, web, social, and print channels.

• Produced high-converting email templates, landing pages, social assets, event collateral, and dealer-specific promotions while enforcing brand standards and accessibility.

• Notable result: Ford Labor Day email achieved a 30.7% open rate and drove over $600K in gross sales for one dealership.

• Created reusable templates and production workflows that streamlined cross-department requests and improved production efficiency; managed vendors and print quality control.

• Collaborated with marketing, events, and dealership leadership to translate business goals into creative solutions; mentored junior designers and prioritized projects to meet tight deadlines.

Graphic Designer - Milano Wigs
Long Beach, CA
2016 - 2019

• Designed and executed targeted email marketing campaigns that supported product launches and promotions, ensuring messaging aligned with brand voice and business objectives.

• Photographed and retouched product imagery for web and social, maintaining consistent visual standards and improving product presentation.

• Created packaging, banners, and print assets to support marketing initiatives and retail displays.

• Coordinated with marketing and e-commerce teams to optimize assets for conversion and a cohesive online presence.

Photographer - Vans Warped Tour
Summer 2015-2017

As a photographer at Vans Warped Tour, I was responsible for capturing high-quality photos of the artists performing on different stages. I used your technical expertise and creative eye to capture dynamic and engaging images that captured the energy and excitement of the live performances. Overall, I helped document the unique atmosphere and culture of the Vans Warped Tour, and my photographs provided a lasting visual record of the artists who performed at the event.

Visual Merchandiser - Hot Topic
City of Industry, CA
February - March 2016

• Updated and standardized store floor plans and visual displays across multiple locations to ensure brand consistency and maximize merchandising impact.

• Collaborated with store managers, buying, and marketing teams to plan seasonal resets and new product launches, creating on-brand displays and signage.

• Maintained trend-driven merchandising, executed planograms, and ensured timely visual updates to enhance in-store presentation and customer experience.

Social Media Intern - 4Fini Agency
Pasadena, CA
February - August 2015

• Managed the social calendar and scheduled posts for Vans Warped Tour, ensuring timely publication and alignment with brand guidelines.

• Researched trends and designed engaging social content to boost event visibility and audience engagement.

• Tracked basic performance metrics and provided insights to the social team to refine content and posting strategies.

• Collaborated cross-functionally to support campaign execution and on-the-ground social coverage during events.