Culturally relevant design is at the heart of my practice. With a foundation in graphic design and interdisciplinary research, I view design as more than visual communication; it is a system that shapes perception, controls narrative, and influences how we understand identity, history, and power.

Teaching Assistant, Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ

Guided students through the design process from conceptual research to final production, providing critical feedback to help them develop complex visual identities and symbolic metaphors. Facilitated technical fluency in Adobe Creative Suite and supported graduating seniors in the execution of ambitious thesis projects for professional exhibition and digital portfolios.

Illustrator for Lambda Literary, New York City, NY

Developed a comprehensive visual identity and book cover for the Lambda Literary anthology, centering on themes of emergence and iconography. Facilitated collaborative design reviews and managed project timelines to deliver a refined suite of illustrations and assets for final publication.

Illustrator for Asian American Writers Workshop, New York City, NY

Collaborated with editors and writers to produce fifteen custom illustrations for the Love Letters folio, ensuring each piece authentically reflected the author’s narrative and cultural background. Developed a cohesive visual stylization across the series while translating original written works into culturally relevant imagery.

Masters of Fine Arts – Design (2025-2027)

Rutgers University (RU), Mason Gross School of Arts, New Brunswick, NJ

Earned a solid foundation in marketing principles and strategic planning through coursework at a leading university in Chicago. Developed critical thinking skills and gained practical experience through hands-on projects and internships.

Bachelors of Fine Arts (2018)

Austin Peay State University (APSU), Clarksville, TN

Completed an intensive digital marketing certification program focused on the latest trends and strategies in the digital landscape. Acquired expertise in areas such as social media marketing, content creation, and data analytics to stay ahead in the competitive marketing field.

Teaching

Facilitate the development of emerging designers through technical instruction in Adobe Creative Suite and critical mentorship during the transition from conceptual research to professional exhibition.

Publicity

Execute strategic communication and promotional workflows within institutional arts environments, managing brand consistency, e-commerce, and board engagement across digital and print platforms.

Culturally Relevant Design

Synthesize archival research and community-centered narratives to create inclusive visual systems to honor the diverse histories and promote design justice.

Coding

Leverage creative coding frameworks like Processing and p5.js to bridge the gap between data visualization and interactive art, focusing on archival and botanical datasets.

Archives

Conduct deep archival research into the politics of memory and plants, while utilizing historical documentation and Byzantine aesthetics to inform contemporary visual narratives.

Community Involvement

Utilize design as a tool for justice by supporting community lead and grassroots initiatives, focusing on accessible visual communication and writing.