A BIT ABOUT ME
Hello
A dedicated, self-directed, enthusiastic educator with a passionate commitment to student development and success. I have seventeen years of experience in education, twelve of which I've been teaching High School Arts AV courses such as Graphic Design, Practicum of Graphic Design, Commercial Photography, and Digital Interactive Media developing result-driven lesson plans and delivering enthusiastic, project-based instruction. I've created challenging, enriching, and innovative activities that address the diverse interests and needs of students; continuously seeking out new and creative ways to improve instruction and link learning with fun; and equip students with the tools, resources, and knowledge to exceed individual goals. I am continuously striving to lead by example and to invest in the future of our children.
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I am currently an Adjunct Online Graphic Design Professor for Dallas College (formally DCCCD Community Colleges) where I instruct classes in the Visual Design field as well as a High School Graphic Design & Photography Instructor.
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I have had a hand in writing curriculum for our Graphic Design, Commercial Photography, and Principles of Design courses in both Rockwall ISD and Irving ISD. I have developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that keep my students interested and wanting to learn. I have involved technology in our project-based learning activities. I’ve pushed collaboration between peers in the classroom setting to spark multiple ideas in the learning process, as well as practiced collaboration with working on multiple teams with my co-workers to make sure our students learning experience will soar. I’ve pushed the creative process amongst my students to making connections within our classroom learning and getting involved in what’s going on. I strive to strike curiosity and push to finding their voice in the classroom.
Within my courses, I’ve introduced my students to real-world projects being created in the industry-ready software Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. My students developed online portfolios that showcase their work and show future employees and institutes their artistic ability. I’ve instructed live as well as online through a Learning Management System and started both The Visionary Studio and MacStudios, which are student-led enterprise at Dr. Gene Burton and MacArthur High School respectively offering photography and design services.
My Master's Degree in Instructional Technology and Design has equipped me with instructional design skills through practical application and broad knowledge in my craft. For the past 18 years, I have worked with a variety of customers, including Fab Dallas Magazine, AT&T, and Aramark, creating eye-catching, communication designs such as brochures, logos, posters, advertisements, invitations, and magazine spreads that were used to reach out to their customers. Working in a professional setting within these companies, I have learned different models of studio practice and have applied them to the development of my own creative design studio. Being the Head Designer of Fab Magazine, I’ve had the opportunity to work with various models, designers, artists, photographers, printers, as well as various staff and business owners.
have to WORK
Choose a
YOU LOVE,
and you will NEVER
A DAY
IN YOUR LIFE.
JOB
-Confucius
My
EXPERIENCES
HIGHLIGHTS
JULY 2021-
PRESENT
Dr. Gene Burton College & Career Academy
Graphic Design Teacher (10th-12th Grade)
Courses: Practicum of Graphic Design, Graphic Design II, Commercial Photography, Business Management
My
EDUCATION
Masters in Instructional
Design and Technology
Graduated May 2015 (GPA 4.0)
Full Sail University - Winter Park, FL
Bachelor of Arts in GRAPHIC DESIGN
Graduated Fall 2003 The University of Texas at Arlington - Arlington, TX
MAR 2020-
PRESENT
Dallas College (Cedar Valley/Northlake)
Visual/Digital Arts Adjunct Online Professor
Both traditional and Dual Credit
Courses: Basic Graphic Design, Digital Imaging II
Associates of Arts
Graduated Spring 1999
Eastfield Community College - Mesquite, TX
AUG 2003-
PRESENT
Sincerely Posh
Creative Director & Owner
Sincerely Posh is a small design studio specializing in Stationery and Gift Designs focused mostly around the wedding industry. I create invitations, greeting cards, gift boxes, planners, and other stationery items.
AUG 2012-
JUNE 2021
MacArthur High School
Lead Graphic Design Teacher (10th-12th Grade)
Courses: Practicum of Graphic Design, Graphic Design I, Commercial Photography, Digital Interactive Media and Principles of Arts AV
OCT 2014-
JUL 2016
FAB Dallas Magazine
Senior Creative Director
Create layout designs for magazine publication, specify material details such as style and size of type, photographs, and graphics. Review and approve proofs of printed copy and art developed by staff members. Work with creative director to develop design solution. Work with photographers to create design ready photoshoots.
MAR 2005-
APR 2011
Aramark
Graphic Designer/Project Manager
Translated information into concrete designs for Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas, which included newsletters and brochures for promotional material as well as other media. Created design themes for marketing.
MAR 2005-
MAR 2006
Hawk Electronics
Graphic Designer
Designed and produced high-impact print, promotional, advertising and collateral campaigns under the direction of the Marketing Department.
EXTRA
A little
Served as the Lead Chair of Irving ISD Arts AV Advisory Board.
Serve on Dallas College Digital Art and Design Advisory Board Member.
Co-Advisor & member of the Business Professionals of America (BPA) from 2021-current where my Designs Students compete on 3 different levels showcasing their design and presentation skills against students throughout our Regional, the State, and the Nation. Every year, my students advance through Regionals to Nationals,
Advisor & member of the Technology Student Association (TSA) from 2016-21. Every year, my students advance through Regionals to State. During the 2018-19 school year, my students advanced to Nationals.
