About me
Hello!
​I am a Graphic Designer based in SoCal. I discovered my interest in graphic design in a computer class in the 7th grade where they taught us how to use Adobe Suite. I had always loved art but that computer class had opened up new doors for me. I continued taking traditional art classes throughout high school which allowed me to expand more on my skills in art & design.​
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This passion for design led me to choose Bradley University to pursue my BFA in Graphic Design. At Bradley, I have had many opportunities to exercise my skills in graphic design such as designing posters and flyers for the Activities Council Bradley University(ACBU) and K18 Dance Club.​
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Some of my hobbies consist of playing calm farming games, painting, playing sports(sometimes), and self-taught dance.​
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BEHIND THE BRAND:​
The idea of griz.artz came from one of my dance teammates giving me the nickname Griz. As for the logo, this small idea of a bear-related nickname along with signing my name with a lowercase g led to my now lowercase g bear logo!
WORK EXPERIENCE
Jan 2022 - May 2024
Residential Advisor
Bradley University Residential Living | Peoria, IL
Administrative Duties (coverage, weekend duty, office hours)
Availability to residents; Build and maintain relationships with residents; Communication with Partner, Hall director, and residents; Policy enforcement; Programming; Safety and security
Sept 2022 - May 2024
Food and Beverage Cashier
Dang Banh Mi & Poke | Peoria, IL
Maintained cleanliness of the facility; Assisted in food preparation; Proper hygiene when handling food; Used basic math skills in giving change; Created positive customer relationships
Jun - Aug 2023
Sales Associate
Tillys Inc. | Ontario, CA
Customer service; Achieving established sales goals; Teamwork and Active team communication; Greeting customers and assisting customers;
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024
Graphic Designer
Activities Council Bradley University | Peoria, IL
Using creativity to make infographics, images, descriptions, for the post; Time management; Communicating with other members to ensure they recieve their graphics and posters on time.
May 2025 - Present
Freelance Designer
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Visual communication, layout design, typography, color theory, the use of graphic design software and other design tools. Working with clients from diverse industries, including marketing, advertising, and publishing
May 2024 - May 2025
Hall Director
Bradley University Residential Living | Peoria, IL
Administrative Duties (coverage, weekend duty, weekly meetings); Communication with Partner and staff members; assisting residents and residential advisors; Enforcing Hall Policies; Managing a building of around 100 residents and 14 staff; Organizing Training for Residential Advisors; Safety and Security