graphic designer with paint in her hair
I have two doggos, Jax and Luna. I love old movie posters and vintage National Geographic maps. I’m passionate about public art and mural making because it connects visitors and residents to their communities. Once, I was painting a mural and a small child and his family walked by.
He yelled, “Look mom, a real artist!”
I will remember that moment and how it made me feel forever. It’s this experience and a handful like it that have inspired me throughout my career.
I want people of any age to see themselves as artists that inspire, create, and improve their communities.
FEATURED CLIENT LIST
Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery
Trellis Marketplace
The Outsiders Broadway Musical
St. Margaret Mary Catholic School
United Way of Frederick County
Izzy’s Fast Fades
The Wellness Grove
Villanova University
Playful Pups Retreat
PA Masonic Youth Foundation
Pretzel & Pizza Creations
Main Street Hanover
Veterans Outreach of PA
Bagel Lovers
Keep Suffolk Beautiful
Heartly House
Yardley Refillery
Common Market
Education
Susquehanna University
BA in Graphic Design, August 2009–May 2013, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania
Studio Art Centers International
August 2011–December 2011, Florence, Italy
Skills
Hand Lettering
Illustration
Murals
Chalk Art
Art Direction
Branding & Logo Design
Print & Digital Design
Software & Applications
Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, iWork, Basecamp, Smartsheet, Google Suite
Experience
Lola Love Letter
Owner December 2020–Current
I create one-of-a-kind hand-lettered artwork, murals, and illustrations. Through custom artwork, my clients and I are able to create branded spaces that draw people in. My passion for typography and illustration is paired with nearly a decade of experience in strategic driven marketing. Together, we create customized solutions with panache.Elizabethtown College
Adjunct Instructor August 2023–Current
I specialize in teaching typography and text design, emphasizing a holistic approach that combines both analog and digital techniques to equip students with comprehensive skills in visual communication.Postern
Senior Graphic Designer November 2015–October 2021, Frederick, Maryland
As the senior graphic designer at Postern, I brought concepts to life through illustrations, hand-lettering, and traditional design methods. By keeping the client involved and engaged throughout the process I was able to fully submerse myself into the goals and objectives of every project. As a team lead on some of Postern’s most elaborate projects, I’ve had the opportunity to work for clients such as Visit Frederick, Visit Howard County, FightCRC, Heartly House, and Downtown Frederick Partnership. Previously known as Jean Peterson Design.American Advertising Federation of Greater Frederick (AAF-GF)
Board President August 2019–August 2021
I joined the local AAF-GF Board in 2017 as Education Chair, first serving as Portfolio Bootcamp Co-Chair. I’ve held positions such as Vice President, American Advertising Awards Chair, and President. The club keeps members educated in their area of expertise, practice their networking skills, and celebrate the success of their creative endeavors. It was AAF-GF who got me in a room with my future employers back in 2013 as a student.Chalk Festivals & Street Art
Hanover, Pennsylvania
Main Street Hanover and I worked together to create a series of chalk illustrations for their community events. Most recently, part of their 2nd Saturday Event where I drew seven illustrations scattered throughout Downtown Hanover.Middletown, Maryland
I’ve had the pleasure of participating in the Middletown Chalk Festival as a featured artist twice. Hundreds of people walk by as you draw your creation live on the streets of Downtown Middletown.Frederick, Maryland
Downtown Frederick Partnership hosts Chalk Art competitions on a semi-regular basis. As a participant, I’ve created one-of-a-kind pieces of large street chalk art featuring typographically lettered mantras such as, “You’re in the right place,” “You got this,” and “Just Keep Going”Millersville University
Graphic Designer April 2015–October 2015, Millersville, Pennsylvania
This position includes assisting in the design and production of University publications in print and digital platforms. Meeting with clients to maintain and communicate quality standards for publications.Lebanon Valley College
Graphic Designer August 2013–April 2015, Annville, Pennsylvania
Responsibilities included the design, coordination, and production of all internal and external College publications. This included meeting with campus clients, preparing specifications, coordinating proofing, and delivery and mailing of finished pieces.Elizabethtown College
Internship May 2012–August 2012, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
Designed, photographed, and produced the 2012 Bird Guide, a publication for incoming freshmen. Multiple projects were also assigned by the lead graphic designer.
Professional Awards
GDUSA Health & Wellness Award
September 2020
BeyondBlue Spring 2020 Digital Issue
Gold Aster Award
June 2020
BeyondBlue Fall 2019 Issue
AAF-GF Silver ADDY Award
February 2020
Dutch Courage Logo
AAF-GF Silver ADDY Award
February 2019
Firestone’s Raw Bar Map Illustration
LogoLounge Book 11
Spring 2019
Market Realty LLC Logo
GDUSA Award
September 2018
Visit Frederick, Maryland Logo
GDUSA Award
September 2018
Visit Frederick, Maryland Visitor Guide Cover
Student Awards
ADCMW Real Show Silver Award & Merit Award
April 2013
AAF-GF Gold ADDY Award
February 2013
Film Noir: The Big Combo Booklet
AAF-GF Gold ADDY Award
February 2013
Hoarders by A&E Advertisement Set
AAF-GF Silver ADDY Award
February 2013
Ocean Conservancy Annual Report
AAF-GF Judges Choice Award
February 2013
Hoarders by A&E Advertisement Set
AAF District 2 Silver ADDY Award
April 2013
Hoarders by A&E Advertisement Set