Qualifications:

Experience with interactive design, print design, public relations, copywriting, motion graphics, video editing, photography, and photographic manipulation. Proficient MAC and PC skills: After Effects, Dreamweaver, Flash, Final Cut Pro, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.

Education

2007 M.A. Digital Arts, Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore MD

2004 BFA Communication Design, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, Kutztown, PA

2003 Colchester Institute: School of Art and Design, Colchester, Essex UK
One of five students chosen to study graphic design and illustration under David Jury in the Spring of 2003.

Work Experience:

2010 – present Megan Lavelle Design: Owner, Baltimore, MD
Print and web design specializing in front-end design & development for artists & non-profits in the greater Baltimore area.

July 2009 - present Resident Artist: Gallery Four, Baltimore, MD
One of six resident artists collaboratively organizing exhibitions for Gallery Four. Each resident takes part in selecting artists, installing the work, planning events, as well as writing press releases for every show.

May 2009 - May 2010 Millennium Marketing Solutions: Interactive Designer, Annapolis Junction, MD
As part of a small web team, I was able to handle each project from start to finish. Extensive experience with SEO compliance, CSS and HTML development, PHP programming development for customized Content Management Systems, as well as Flash production needs.

June 2007 - February 2009 Planit Advertising: Interactive Production Designer, Baltimore, MD
Responsible for website production as well as design development utilizing Flash, CSS, HTML, and After Effects. Worked with various clients such as Healthy Neighborhoods, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, The Walters Art Museum, Chevy Chase Bank, Under Armour, and The Wall Street Institute. Provided clients with the latest in social media, national branding, SEO compliance, customized content management systems, as well as a unique interactive experience.
Facilitated all in-house photography and video to meet both agency and client needs.

September 2004 - May 2006 Jack Utsick Presents NE: Junior Designer & PR development, Philadelphia, PA
In-house designer and copywriter working with local music promotion company to produce and market shows for artists such as Dolly Parton, Blue Oyster Cult, and Little Feat.

Teaching:

Spring 2010 Adjunct Faculty: Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD
Part-time faculty with the Foundations department at AACC. Introduced students to the foundations of Digital Design through design history, 2-D illustration, video production, 3-D animation, and html development.

January 2007 - May 2007 Maryland Institute College of Art: Teaching Assistant, Baltimore, MD
Assisted and led class discussions, lectures, and critiques for Video I. Introduced students to basic lighting, shooting, and editing techniques.

Freelance:

2009 – present CCTS: Front-end Designer & Programmer, Baltimore, MD
Working with small team to design, build, and promote websites for non-profits in Baltimore City.

2009 – present Megan Lavelle Photography: Photographer, Baltimore, MD
In-house studio and equipment to shoot commercial products, weddings, engagements, and personal portraits using Canon platform equipment.

2009 AICA USA: Designer & Programmer, New York, NY
Working with small team to re-design & build website for AICA USA.

2007 – 2009 Assistant Photographer: Shane Carpenter Photography, Baltimore, MD
Assistant wedding photographer. Fast-paced, high-pressure working environment using Nikon D200 and Canon 5D with Canon Speedlite 580 EX II external flashes.

June 2007 World Bank Tanzania : Assistant Photographer & Designer, Dar es Salaam, TZ
Consultatnt for the development of promotional materials to promote and educate the public about the many facets of the World Bank’s presence and financial support within Tanzania.

Volunteer:

2010 AIGA: Portfolio Review Day, Baltimore, MD
Volunteered time to review student portfolios in the Baltimore area.

2010 AIGA: ‘Create! Don’t Hate’ Mentor, Baltimore, MD
Mentoring three area high school students over four weeks to produce a billboard campaign promoting tolerance throughout Baltimore. The winning piece will be displayed throughout the city.

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