Education Co-Chair, AAF, American Advertising Federation, Jacksonville
Jacksonville Advertising Federation – Jacksonville, FL
2024 – Present
- Develop and coordinate student activities, including job shadowing, studio tours, and portfolio reviews.
- Partner with local colleges and universities to increase student participation.
- Participate in program meetings and brainstorming sessions to share insights and knowledge on design trends, techniques, and emerging technologies.
- Plan educational events for both students and professionals.
Education Co-Director, AIGA Jacksonville
Jacksonville AIGA – Jacksonville, FL
2024 – Present
- Create and manage an education committee with representation from each St. Augustine and Jacksonville college or university with a creative/design program.
- Collect feedback from the education committee.
- Share chapter events with the education committee.
- Collect relevant educational event promotions from the various schools and share them with the social media chair so that we can post them on our channels.
- Plan and execute Fall and Spring portfolio reviews.
- Propose ways we can include educational aspects into existing programming.
Faculty Advisor, AIGA Flagler Student Group
Flagler College – St. Augustine, FL
Jan 2011 – Present
Act as the liaison between the students and AIGA Jacksonville. Responsible for forming and maintaining the student group. Assist students in developing and completing community service design projects.
The main goals of the AIGA Flagler College Chapter are to foster an on-campus design community and immerse students in the professional practice of design. Students have their own board of directors and meet regularly to develop yearly initiatives and design-related campus events. Student members benefit from networking opportunities with local design professionals and from developing the leadership skills they need upon graduation.
Chairperson, Computer and Technology Committee
Flagler College – St. Augustine, FL
Chairperson, Aug 2016 – May 2018
Member, 2007-2008; 2009-2010; 2014-2015
Study, review, and recommend the needs for computers and technology to support the academic program and encourage faculty to integrate the use of computers and technology in their courses. Evaluate requested software programs for the continued integration of all departments and offices on campus. Develop a three-year plan for computers and technology and update annually. Respond to requests for training needs by recommending resources and trainers to meet the specific needs stated in the request.
Advisory Board, Flagler College Gargoyle
Flagler College – St. Augustine, FL
Aug 2010 – 2011
Attend meetings regarding student issues related to content printed in the Gargoyle. Address questions and concerns regarding Gargoyle policies and procedures.
Advisory Board, FORTIS Distance Education
Graphic Design Program
May 2011
Evaluate curriculum objectives, content, length of the program, and the overall online educational experience. Make recommendations to career services in regards to internships and post-graduate opportunities.
Education Chair, DBAF, Advertising Federation
Daytona Beach Advertising Federation – Daytona Beach, FL
January 2005 – August 2009
Develop and coordinate student activities, including job shadowing, studio tours, and portfolio reviews. Partner with local colleges and universities, including Bethune-Cookman College, Daytona State, Stetson University, and Keiser University, to increase student participation.