Skills & Experience

My technical and interpersonal skills were sharpened in full-time roles. My creativity and design grew from years of personal projects, self-teaching, and college coursework.

Skills

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Photography - Wildlife, pets, nature, product, and creative compositions
Poetry & Creative Writing - Original works for publication and performance
Digital Design - Visuals for both web and print
Artwork & Illustration - Traditional and digital creations
Visual Storytelling - Combining text and imagery for narrative impact
Branding & Visual Identity - Developing cohesive and memorable brand visuals
Typography & Layout Design - Selecting typefaces and arranging content for clarity and style
Color Theory - Applying harmonious and impactful color palettes in design and art
Creative Content Development - For online platforms and digital audiences
Concept Development - Generating ideas for both visual and written projects

Systems & Identity Management - Active Directory, Microsoft 365 Admin Center, and identity access management.
Microsoft Admin Tools - Microsoft Admin Suite, Exchange Online, Teams Administration, SharePoint, and OneDrive configuration.
Website Creation - Building and customizing user-friendly, visually engaging websites using Wix; basic HTML/CSS familiarity.
Graphic & Photo Editing - Canva, Adobe, basic Photoshop.
Publishing & Formatting - Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, print and digital layout preparation.
SEO & Digital Content - Basic search engine optimization for websites and online content.

Written Communication - Clear and concise writing for professional and creative contexts
Client Collaboration - Engaging with clients to understand needs and deliver tailored solutions
Adaptability - Working effectively across multiple creative mediums and project types
Problem-Solving - Addressing challenges in both creative and technical scenarios
Attention to Detail - Ensuring quality and accuracy in every stage of a project
Project Management - Meeting deadlines and managing tasks efficiently
Teamwork - Collaborating with creatives and non-creatives across various disciplines
Self-Learning - Quickly mastering new tools, techniques, and platforms

Experience

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November 2024 - Current (Promotion) | Law Enforcement Agency

Provide technical support and troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
Assist with installing, configuring, and maintaining computers and devices.
Manage Active Directory, user accounts, and permissions.
Resolve IT service requests through helpdesk support.
Maintain IT documentation.
Collaborate with the IT team to improve processes and performance.
Ensure confidentiality and security of agency systems and data.
Train new IT team members.

2020 - Current | Self-Employed

Capture, edit, and produce professional-quality images for personal projects, portfolios, and client use.
Develop original written works for publication, performance, and digital media.
Design visual assets for web and print, including branding, layouts, and promotional materials.
Build and customize user-friendly, visually engaging websites using platforms such as Wix.
Create original traditional and digital art pieces for personal and commissioned projects.