I'm an independent designer specializing in branding, packaging, and digital design. With over ten years of experience across agencies, in-house roles, and freelance, I've worked with startups, small businesses, CPG brands, and Fortune 500 companies. 

My design approach is rooted in strategy, focusing on simplicity, boldness, and forming real emotional connections with consumers. This has helped me avoid passing trends and build timeless creative solutions that resonate.

Most recently, I co-founded Gucha Gucha, a small creative studio and shop in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago.

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Past Experience

Hatch Design
Senior Designer
2022–2023

La Colombe Coffee
Contract Senior Designer
2022

Deep Ellum Brewing Co.
Head of Design
2015 – 2022

Caliber Creative
Designer
2011–2014