

Passionate Art Educator with a strong foundation in Catholic education and a Bachelor’s degree in Art from the University of Missouri, recognized with the Niles Grant Award for artistic achievement. Focused on nurturing creativity and confidence in students through a teaching approach that integrates art history, technical skill development, and creative exploration, while fostering a structured environment that promotes artistic ability and appreciation for beauty. Committed to community-centered learning and particularly interested in guiding older elementary and middle school students in enhancing their artistic techniques and critical thinking skills.
• Recognized as one of the top sales associates, consistently praised by clients for providing personalized attention and expert guidance that leads to their ultimate satisfaction.
• Sold and bought diamonds based on their characteristics such as cut, color, clarity, and carat weight.
• Educated customers about diamond quality, certification, and value propositions.
Educated customers on jewelry products, emphasizing materials, gemstones, and styles to enhance their purchasing decisions.
• Created appealing jewelry displays and curated collections reflecting the season and/or upcoming holiday.
• Dedicated to crafting custom jewelry pieces that seamlessly blend clients' personal styles and preferences,
ensuring each creation is a cherished reflection of their unique identity and taste.
• Recognized as one of the top sales associates, consistently praised by clients for providing personalized attention and expert guidance
that leads to their ultimate satisfaction.
Collaborated with designers to bring creative concepts to life by developing product samples and prototypes.
Sourced and selected materials, fabrics, trims, and components for product development.
• Worked closely with suppliers and manufacturers to oversee the production process, from initial sample creation to final product.
• Managed timelines and production schedules to meet collection launch dates and ensure products are delivered on time.
• Conducted quality control inspections and worked to resolve any issues related to product quality or design discrepancies.
• Tracked and maintained records of product development stages, including specifications, samples, and approvals.
• Stayed informed about industry trends, market demands, and emerging technologies to inform product development decisions.
• Participated in the development of product specifications, tech packs, and other documentation necessary for production.
• Styling and Art Direction: Collaborated with creative teams to provide styling and art direction for photoshoots, video shoots, and other
visual content creation, ensuring they align with the brand's image.
• Product Styling: Worked with product development and marketing teams to style and showcase products in a visually appealing manner
for marketing materials and catalogs.
• Trend Analysis: Stayed updated on industry and fashion trends to provide input on how the brand can incorporate current trends into
visual presentation.
• Photoshoot Coordination: Oversaw photoshoots, including model selection, wardrobe choices, and set design, to ensure that the
brand's visual direction was maintained.
• Brand Presentation Materials: Developed and designed presentation materials for internal and external stakeholders, including style guides.