Updated CV
Summary
Project manager and strategist with 2+ years of experience creating and leading transformative programs centered on the global history of ethics and innovation. My freelance practice spans executive assistance, graphic design, and development of curricula and communication systems for startups, nonprofits, and small businesses. I bring a balanced mix of creativity and structure to every project, enabling sustainable collaboration across dynamic teams with diverse workflows. With a background in scientific visualization, I translate complex information into data-driven, visually compelling graphics that strengthen branding and educational engagement. Early experience organizing community programs, managing budgets, and tracking engagement built a strong foundation in follow-through and adaptive strategy. Past collaborations with organizations including NASA Glenn Research Center and Ingenium: Canada reflect my commitment to making complex ideas accessible to broad audiences while maintaining thorough project and research documentation.
Experience
DECEMBER 2025 - PRESENT
Events, Marketing, and Communications Contractor | Enhanced Strategies LLC | Remote
Designing flyers, booklets, and campaign materials for workforce development and STE(A)M education organizations, supporting fundraising asks from $1K–$150K.
Translating program goals into clear, compelling visual and written messaging across event and campaign initiatives.
Negotiating design pricing and project scope to balance budget constraints with quality, timelines, and strategic objectives.
NOVEMBER 2025 - PRESENT
Executive Assistant and Chicago Communications Contractor | Career Media & Entertainment (CME) Circle | Remote
Set up scheduling integrations and CRM systems to streamline operations and client coordination.
Coordinating scheduling between acting coaches and clients across multiple US regions, ensuring clear communication and efficient booking processes.
Developing outreach and email templates to support client engagement, program promotion, and follow-up communications.
Tracking outreach and engagement metrics using Notion, maintaining organized records to inform communications strategy.
JANUARY 2025 - JULY 2025
Manager of Education and Art Programs (Hybrid) | International Museum of Surgical Science | Chicago, IL, Hybrid
Head educator and administrator of educational endeavors: including organization of the volunteer and tour calendars, developing timelines and budgets for programs, and acting as department registrar.
Recruited, interviewed, and trained volunteers and education interns; prioritizing the development of professional skills and sustainable work ethic.
Curator of emerging artists and organizations to participate in fundraisers and community events.
Managed the coordination, load-in, and setup for museum events concerning education and creativity.
Conducted venue tours for clients planning weddings and corporate events.
AUGUST 2023 - DECEMBER 2024
Education and Events Coordinator | International Museum of Surgical Science | Chicago, IL, Hybrid
Main docent and correspondent to organizations organizing field trips. collaborative workshops, and educational events.
Reworked group tours by conducting archival and historical research: making Museum information digestible to all ages and multiculturally representative.
Expanded the museum’s educational network by designing digital marketing, providing quality tour experiences, and acting as an ambassador at corporate events.
Assumed the roles of photographer, video personality, editor, and graphic designer when designing social media posts and mailing lists.
Fostered and maintained relationships with artists, stakeholders, and organizations to organize collaborative programming and fundraising initiatives.
Handled artwork and artifacts while preparing galleries for curated exhibitions.
APRIL 2023 - AUGUST 2023
Docent | Floating Museum | Chicago, IL
Source of information and banter to visitors at EXPO Chicago and other installation pop-ups; discussing concepts of contemporary work about history, community, and heritage.
Assisted with the handling, setup, and transport of large-scale inflatable sculptures and experiential installations.
Featured Projects
Health in Space: Daring to Explore Campaign
Role: Marketing & Educational Support, Workshop Facilitator, Ambassador
Brief: Partnered with the Canada Aviation and Space Museum on promoting an exhibit exploring astronaut healthcare through interactive learning. The campaign included an opening reception with NASA-affiliated lecturers, a NASA Family Day to boost visitor engagement with the exhibit, promotion at the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) 2024 Annual Conference, and a workshop for museum professionals on educational exhibit design and curation.
Tools: Adobe Express, Eventbrite, Event Coordination
Impact: Designed marketing materials for cross-generational audiences, facilitated a successful workshop for museum professionals, coordinated volunteers and interactive educational activities.
Takeaway: Honed communication techniques and marketing skills for diverse audiences.Sound Off: NASA Glenn Research Center Engineering Workshop
Role: Program Lead, Facilitator, Grant Reporter
Brief: Managed a NASA-funded acoustic engineering workshop for 5th–9th graders at the International Museum of Surgical Science.
Tools: Eventbrite, Community Outreach, Budgeting, Canva
Impact: Organized timelines, staff, and materials for multiple workshop sessions. Trained volunteers to assist with facilitation and record-taking. Fulfilled grant requirements; recording attendee demographics and student engineering processes.
Takeaway: Strengthened stakeholder relations between the museum and NASA while building project management and data tracking skills through organized facilitation and grant reporting.International Museum of Surgical Science Programming Rebrand
Role: Marketing Strategist & Designer, Facilitator, Researcher, Correspondent, Scheduler
Brief: Revitalized the museum’s educational, recreational, and volunteer programs by updating tour scripts to be more multiculturally representative, launching new themed pop-up and seasonal events, creating virtual tours for out-of-state schools, and training volunteers to conduct independent research before mapping their own tour routes. Many volunteers were recruited from local high schools and universities whose students were inspired during their field trips.
Tools: Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Canva, Zoom
Impact: Expanded the museum’s global audience and increased field trip bookings from word-of-mouth recommendations and online traction. The museum recorded a 600% increase in group tour attendance from 2023 to 2024, $40K more in ticketed event revenue, and $100K in overall institutional growth.
Takeaway: Developed project management and creative direction experience within historical and cultural education.
Education
2019 - 2023
University of Illinois Chicago
B.F.A. in Art, Minor in Life Science Visualization
Cum Laude, 3.65/4.0 GPA
Skills
Creative: Graphic Design • Illustration • Data Visualization • Digital Photography • Video & Audio Editing • Concept Development
Strategic: Instructional Design • Project Management • Community Engagement • Interviewing & Staffing • Email Marketing • Workflow Development • Branding • SEO • Digital Marketing • Marketing Funnel • Copywriting • Data Analytics • Ethical AI Utilization
Technical: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, After Effects, InDesign, Express, XD) • Google Workspace (Meet, Teams, Drive, Calendar, Analytics) • Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) • Canva • Zoom • Squarespace • WordPress • Wix • Notion • Asana • ClickUp
Soft Skills: Leadership • Time Management • Cross-Functional Collaboration • Problem-Solving • Public Speaking • Empathy • Communication • Adaptability • Work Ethic • Constructive Feedback • Relationship Building • Accountability
Volunteering
JUNE 2023 - AUGUST 2023
Volunteer Docent | Intl. Museum of Surgical Science | Chicago, IL
Studied the museum’s collection and facilitated group tours.
Assisted with the reception of visitors and financial bookkeeping.
APRIL 2022 - AUGUST 2022
Event Staff | Kenneth Young Center | Elk Grove Village, IL
Worked events with a focus on creating safe, accessible environments for a diverse range of attendees.
Assisted with the setup and takedown of stages, booths, lighting, and AV equipment.
JANUARY 2019 - AUGUST 2019
Tutor | Campanelli Elementary School | Schaumburg, IL
English and math tutor for students in kindergarten through 6th grade.
Supported unmotivated students by developing healthy bonds and study plans on an individual basis.