Avalon Visual Arts

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Bachelor of Science in Design (Visual Communication Design), Arizona State University, Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts, 2020-2024
- Graduated summa cum laude — 4.0 GPA
- Social Issue Capstone Project: Theories, Not Truths — A detailed look into the harm of conspiracy theories and paranoid thinking, displayed in the form of a functional analog clock and a physical 3' x 7' exhibition display. Comprehensively covers how a conspiracy theory forms, historically and socially significant examples, damaging effects therein, and solutions to prevent harmful thinking and encourage good media consumption.
- Graphic Design Senior Student Association (GDSSA) President — responsible for scheduling, coordinating, event managing, researching with, and designing alongside a cohort of 54 designers. Led the cohort in putting on an in-person silent auction of over 500 posters, as well as the annual Senior Capstone Exhibition.
- American Institute Of Graphic Arts (AIGA), ASU Chapter PR Manager — scheduled and designed several posts for @asuaiga on Instagram. Wrote captions and provided interesting content for viewers, maintaining the existing digital presence for AIGA at ASU.
- Relevant coursework: Print, Information Design, Motion Graphics, Web Design, Frontend Web Development, Branding, Layout Design, Exhibit Design

Bachelor of Science in Design (Visual Communication Design), Arizona State University, Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts, 2020-2024
Capstone Project: Theories, Not Truths — A detailed look into the harm of conspiracy theories
Relevant Coursework: Interactive Design, User Experience Principles, Digital Illustration

Bachelor of Science in Design (Visual Communication Design), Arizona State University, Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts, 2020-2024
Capstone Project: Theories, Not Truths — A detailed look into the harm of conspiracy theories
Relevant Coursework: Interactive Design, User Experience Principles, Digital Illustration

Member, Board of Directors, artbyFORM, Inc.

March 2020 - Present

A nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to connecting creatives from across the world online, raising over $70,000 for numerous charities since 2018
Responsible for copywriting, marketing material, merchandise design, storyboarding, branding, and motion graphics
Moderated and curated a variety of online charity events, such as music production challenges, magazine production, and live music events
Managed an online community of over 7,000 members
Strengths in creative compromise, setting deadlines, accepting critiques, and regularly coordinating with 8-10 fellow directors to plan events and design graphics

Trampoline & Tumbling Recreational Coach, North Valley Gymnastics

August 2024 - Present

Curated specialized daily curriculum for Trampoline & Tumbling (T&T), Ninja, and Tricking classes in order to improve gymnastics skill
Evaluated athletes' progress and cataloged updates and changes digitally
Worked quickly and made adjustments to lessons as needed, dependent on any given athlete's ability level
Communicated with 2-5 coaches regularly to allocate responsibilities, problem solve, and cultivate a welcoming and disciplined environment for a broad youth age range
Abided by safety and curriculum standards set by USA Gymnastics in order to provide a high-quality gymnastics education with a direct pipeline to the competitive T&T world

Graphic Design Intern, Makejoy Studio

May 2023 - July 2023

Local design firm focused on branding and web design
Responsible for assembling and designing supplementary brand materials for the purpose of showcasing to incoming clients
Assembled cohesive sets of mockups, moodboards, and motion graphics for Makejoy Studio presentation purposes

Social Media Manager, North Valley Gymnastics

August 2019 - August 2023

Scheduled and designed Instagram and Facebook content for the North Valley Gymnastics, a premier gymnastics center located in Phoenix, AZ
Photographed, edited, and retouched dynamic shots with a DSLR camera
Captioned and scheduled posts, providing compelling content for viewers and building a digital presence for NVG

Social Media Manager, Regions 1 & 2 T&T Gymnastics

May 2022 - Present (Seasonal)

Social Media coverage for the annual Regions 1 & 2 T&T Gymnastics Championships, held in May
Professional DSLR photography, Instagram Reels, highlight reels, and overall continuous coverage through the duration of the week-long event
Completed event and equipment set-up and teardown tasks as needed

Summer Camp Coach, North Valley Gymnastics

June 2019 - Present (seasonal)

Supervising campers aged 4-12 for various activities, such as coach-led trampoline curricula, outdoor water activities, arts & crafts, and group games
Coordinated with 2-4 coaches to create a safe and welcoming environment for a broad youth age range

Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects
Experienced in Figma, Adobe XD, HTML/CSS, Lightroom Classic, WordPress, Asana, Notion, Slack
Comprehensive understanding of designing within a team, creative compromise, and the sketching/brainstorming/refining process
Self-led; able to work efficiently and independently with or without detailed instruction

Pressed For Paper - ASU Visual Communication Design'S 16th Annual Poster Show
An in-person silent auction of over 500 posters, donated from designers across the world, to fundraise for ASU VCD's annual Senior Exhibition in the spring. Coordinated a 50+ person cohort, allocated responsibilities, and acted as liaison for the company hired for poster printing.
FORM - Storybook: Volumes 1 & 2
A digital art event in which writers develop a short story, musicians compose a song based on their received story, and visual artists design cover art for streaming services. Involved as both an administrator and participant for the 10 writers involved. Browse Volume 1 here, and Volume 2 here.
Clear Skyes: A Conversation With acloudyskye
An interview with Skye "acloudyskye" Kothari, a Boston-based songwriter and producer, designed into a 12"x9" spread for FORMZINE, Vol. 1. Available to view here.