Resume

Leading initiatives to optimize brand strategy and technology for organizational advancement. In first year, facilitated streamlined operations and the implementation of critical technological solutions to meet the evolving needs of the association, leading to 25% savings on staff time.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Brand development, strategy, and implementation

• CRM management and online user experience

• Communications, including newsletter to 7.4k+ recipients 

• Virtual and In-Person technology coordination

Collabrix is a SaaS startup revolutionizing the film industry with innovative collaboration and workflow management tools for video production. As the CBO, I provide oversight on brand, UI/UX, marketing, design, and communications.

Independent contractor providing small nonprofit organizations with brand development, print and web design services, and more. Projects include development of new branding, and/or integration of existing branding on websites and marketing materials, plus print materials for performances, conferences, art exhibits, and more.

Led development of multi-platform regional film distribution company from the ground up with a small team of filmmakers and developers. Primarily responsible for research, user experience, communications, community outreach, event planning, and partnership development. 

Hoosier Films’ services included:

• Streaming (SVoD and TVoD, web app & Roku integration)

• Monthly theatrical releases in venues across the state

• Annual 3-day film festival featuring 35+ regional films

• Mobile Cinema – tiny theater designed to facilitate short film screenings at local festivals and art fairs (under development)

Extensive scope of responsibilities including online platform and database development, interface design/testing, user research, survey development, data analysis, communications, membership management, financial processing, and event planning.

Major projects included:

• AFS Annual Meeting Management Systems

• Notable Folklorists of Color

• What is Folklore? website and Find an Expert directory

Managed financial, promotional, and logistical aspects of special projects, including the Institute’s NEH Summer Institute. Responsibilities included event planning, website management, communications, graphic design, marketing, purchasing, and grant budget tracking/oversight. 

Founding Board Member, 2022–present
Providing ongoing advisory on technology systems, facility requirements, grant writing, and early-stage funding initiatives.

Governance: Served as Secretary, 2022-2025
Established the organization’s digital presence, including website development, branding implementation, and the design of a comprehensive membership management system and member directory.

Board member, 2022–present

Serve on the governing board for a member-owned recreational organization. Providing strategic oversight for facility maintenance and capital improvements for club infrastructure. Collaborating on long-range management plans to ensure operational sustainability and asset preservation. 

Co-founder, 2020–2023

Guided nonprofit establishment, branding development, prototyping, and planning for user testing of an accessible, interactive database (to include indie films, filmmakers, companies, and venues).

Section Convener, 2017-2020

Led section meetings and facilitated strategic projects, including the administration of section awards. Welcomed and mentored new members (particularly students and young professionals) with LGBTQIA+ identities and/or research interests within the field of folklore studies.

Media & Design Volunteer, 2012–2019

Developed graphic design for marketing and promotional materials to support organizational outreach within the queer community. Provided multi-season event photography and photo editing for performances and community events.