I collaborated with the author, Robert Lee Dugan III, to design the book cover, spine, and back cover. I assisted in the design for the initial author website at http://www.robertleedugan.com. Assisted him in the editing and publishing process. Planned various promotional campaigns for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Negotiated with media to enhance awareness andContinue reading "AK Design Marketing Project for A Stranger Among Us by Robert Lee Dugan III"
Ashworth Bros., Inc. Marketing Communications Specialist in Winchester, VA
As Marketing Communications Specialist, I designed internal and external advertisements and promotional collateral to be used in print and web mediums. I compose press releases and other promotional materials. As Social Media Coordinator, I managed company social media primarily on Facebook and LinkedIn. As Website Manager, I monitored the website and MailChimp email marketing analytics.Continue reading "Ashworth Bros., Inc. Marketing Communications Specialist in Winchester, VA"
AK Design Painting Projects
The following collection includes both college and freelance projects. This collection includes projects accomplished with oil and acrylic mediums. MAGGIE One of my first oil painting projects at Emory & Henry College. The assignment was to paint something using only two main colors (we were allowed to mix each with white or black in order to createContinue reading "AK Design Painting Projects"
Integrated Media Systems Marketing Assistant in Sterling, VA
As a Marketing Assistant, I designed advertisements and promotional collateral to be used in print and web mediums. I composed press releases and other promotional materials. As Social Media Coordinator I managed company social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, Houzz and various other platforms. I utilized the Content Management System (CMS) SproutSocial to plan,Continue reading "Integrated Media Systems Marketing Assistant in Sterling, VA"
AK Design Projects for Braddock Street United Methodist Church in Winchester, VA
Pictured below are a few projects (video, logos, and t-shirt designs) I did for Braddock Street United Methodist Church and the youth group, known as B.L.A.S.T. (Big Loud Awesome Spirit Thing). Braddock Street United Methodist Church requested a video that they could show during their Stewardship Sunday. The objective was to increase awareness of theContinue reading "AK Design Projects for Braddock Street United Methodist Church in Winchester, VA"
Content Management 101
Content Management is a key element for any business, especially in today’s modern connected world. From blogs, social media, and video production, it’s difficult to know where to start and how to manage it all. Have a CMS Make your job as a content manager easier and more efficient by setting up a Content ManagementContinue reading "Content Management 101"
Practice to Improve
“Practice makes Perfect” is a saying that I’m sure EVERYONE has heard at one time or another. As someone who struggles with being a perfectionist in most aspects of life, I am constantly having to step back to remind myself that practice leads to improvement. One comparison that supports this is through painting. No pieceContinue reading "Practice to Improve"
3 Awesome Design Resources
Every designer has a bag of tricks, a collection of resources that they use during their creative projects. Just like in painting, high-quality art materials can affect the appearance of the final product. Don’t make that mistake. The following are 3 awesome design resources that are also FREE! Creative Market Creative Market acts as anContinue reading "3 Awesome Design Resources"
5 Social Media Video Tips
Social Media is a great way to increase brand exposure, grow a dedicated following, and ultimately drive traffic towards your website. What is the best content to share? What is most engaging? That answer is simple: videos. The following tips are what I’ve discovered to bring success in online videos. 1. Keep it Short WhenContinue reading "5 Social Media Video Tips"
Creativity, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Collaboration
Over the past few years, I’ve discovered that there are four main contributors to a successful design project: Creativity, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Collaboration. Creativity & Critical Thinking Begin with You Of course, with any art related project, one must utilize creativity. You don’t have to be a professional artist working in traditional mediums toContinue reading "Creativity, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Collaboration"