A Bit About Me
Ashley is a passionate and reliable designer with a background in higher education marketing, dedicated to bringing brand stories to life across all media. Her work revolves around keeping a brand's identity at the forefront, whether creating unique event marketing materials, designing impactful print and digital ads for admissions campaigns, or selecting eye-catching photography for various projects.
​
Beyond professional work, Ashley enjoys photography. This passion allows her to pause, see the world from new perspectives, and find inspiration in the everyday moments that might otherwise go unnoticed. This practice of observation and a keen eye for detail directly influences her design work.
​
For Ashley, design is about unleashing creativity and exploring new ways to communicate visually. She thrives in a collaborative environment and is always excited to connect with others and help transform their ideas into a tangible reality. With her experience, a love for visual storytelling, and a collaborative spirit, she is ready to tackle any design challenge.
​
I am currently available for project-based opportunities in graphic design, branding, photography, and other related fields. Let's connect to discuss your goals!
Education
Sacred Heart University,
Fairfield, CT
S
Master of Arts
in Strategic Communication &
Public Relations
​
Bachelor of Arts
in Art & Design
Application
Skills
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Acrobat
Microsoft Suite
Asana
Basecamp
Slack
Wix
Windows
Mac
Practical
Skills
Designing for screens Print & layout design Project management Branding & identity Collaborative teamwork
AWards
Educational
Advertising Awards
Bronze Award 2022:
SHU Performing Arts Brochure​
Work Experience
Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut
Assistant Director of
Graphic Design
February 2022–Present
Graphic Design Coordinator
October 2020–February 2022
-
Supervise the visual communication’s graphic design intern each semester, fostering their skill development and understanding of the University’s brand
-
Design and manage the production of print, digital, and other communications within allocated budgets and timelines
-
Collaborate with our in-house and external vendors to bring design pieces into production and ensure files are prepared for print or digital creative
-
Manage all technical aspects of the printing process, from paper selection and paperweight to final finishing
-
Partner with copywriters, strategists, and other team members to turn concepts into reality
-
Maintained within brand guides to ensure consistency and cohesiveness across all marketing materials, strengthening brand visibility
-
Collaborated with my team to offer design support and resources, ensuring the successful delivery of projects across departments
-
Created and managed the production of visual assets across multiple channels, including web, email, social media, and print
-
Designed and updated recurring communication templates yearly to maintain current information
-
Met regularly with clients and project managers to assess design needs, produce materials, and provide feedback and suggestions
-
Maintained an archive of digital creative materials, ensuring uniformity and brand consistency across all university marketing and communications