inspired by moments of life
It all started at a museum . . .
Born in Thunder Bay, Ontario
Moved to Medicine Hat, Alberta
Childhood visiting the Royal Tyrrell Museum and falling in love with palaeontology
Sense of curiosity and wonder that has propelled me wherever I go
Bachelor’s Degree in History from the University of Guelph
Worked in the museum and tourism sector - Millet Museum
InfoEdmonton - writing - award
Exhibit design - Ottawa - Algonquin College
Other hobbies
Illustration
Music
Crochet & fibre art
And, of course, visiting museums—eighty around the world and counting.
Resume
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Extensive experience working on multiple concurrent design projects, both independently and as part of a team, while adhering to all project deadlines
Experience creating and producing a wide array of design documents, including visual layouts and elevations, illustrations, fabrication specifications, and other technical and presentation drawings
Experience developing bold, concept-forward visual identities for a variety of design projects
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace
Flexibility, adaptability, and proactive time management when managing competing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON | Honours Bachelor of Interior Design
September 2022–Present
Plans and execute all phases of a design project, from initial research to final presentation, both independently and as part of a team
Utilizes AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite to prepare technical and presentation drawings
Develops bold, engaging brands and visual identities to be integrated across the built environment
Prepares and delivers professional presentations on term projects, through both graphic publications and presentations to industry guests
University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland | Bilateral Exchange
September 2019–December 2019
Conducted independent research into the history of disability and accessibility in the United Kingdom, with a focus on applications to the built environment.
University of Guelph, Guelph, ON | Honours Bachelor of Arts, History
September 2016 – April 2020
Designed Project ASA [Audio-Sensory Artifacts], a touch- and sound-based system to adapt two-dimensional museum artifacts for the visually-impaired
Integrated digitized files from the University of Guelph Library’s archival collection into an interactive online map using Omeka collections software
Received the Crowley-Jackson Memorial Prize in History for highest graduating average for a student in the History program
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Student Researcher / Designer | Algonquin College , ON
May - August 2025
Contributed to the preliminary construction and schematic designs for Wellness Rounds, a mobile healthcare and addictions care clinic to be constructed inside a retrofitted city bus
Conducted literature reviews and primary research through interviews with community partners and stakeholders, compiling design principles and best practices for practical, trauma-informed healthcare
Presented project progress to community partners at Sandy Hill Community Liaison Committee meetings, documenting feedback for implementation into future design iterations
Drafted floor plans, sections, and construction detail drawings using Revit
Performed site surveys and measurements to compare against provided shop drawings, ensuring accuracy in the completed drawing set
Assisted with preliminary selection and specification for upholstery, flooring, and medical equipment
Sales Associate / Junior Designer | Silver Brook Design Centre, Barrhaven, ON
May 2024–Present
Uses adaptability and excellent communication with fellow team members to manage tasks over the course of the work day, improving efficiency and customer satisfaction
Solves design challenges by utilizing attention to detail and knowledge of materials and finishes to provide solutions that meet the clients’ budget, goals, and level of experience
Plans and prepares material displays on a monthly basis, developing a unique, overarching concept for each set of displays in order to promote new products and inspire customers
Attendant: Direct Response | Ottawa Humane Society, Ottawa, ON
July 2022–May 2024
Acted as the first point of contact for donors, utilizing excellent communication and task management skills to fulfill donor requests and ensure continued support for the organization
Completed short-term and long-term administrative projects in a timely manner, both independently and as part of larger teams within the Development department
Conducted data clean-ups for queries and records within the OHS’s Raiser Edge database
Contributed to ongoing evaluation of program objectives, including the OHS’s Global Faces partnership and the redevelopment of orientation and training materials
Editorial Intern | Tanner Young Publishing, Edmonton, AB
April 2021–July 2022
Contributed to multiple concurrent, time-sensitive publications, including weekly blog posts, quarterly magazines, and daily social media posts, creating schedules for self-directed work to ensure all assigned tasks were completed as per team deadlines
Assisted the graphics team by using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop to create supplementary graphics and illustrations for magazine features
Provided input as to design and editorial direction for the rebrand of Tanner Young’s publications to meet the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic
Created written content and graphic including animations for the company’s Twitter and Instagram accounts, reaching an audience of over 19,000 followers
Exhibit Designer | Millet & District Museum and Archives, Millet, AB
May 2020–September 2020
Spearheaded the creation of 3 virtual exhibits using the Omeka platform in order to encourage community engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic
Assisted in the planning, preparation, and installation of temporary exhibits and displays
Updated, organized, and maintained the museum’s database of photograph metadata, ensuring all relevant information was recorded for use in future exhibits
Assisted members of the public with completion of loan acquisition forms
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2023 Alberta Magazine Publishers Association Emerging Writer Award - Gold
2020 Crowley-Jackson Memorial Prize in History
2011 CanSpell Regional Spelling Bee Winner, Northwestern Ontario