Work Experience
New York University Tandon School of Engineering -- Office of Inclusive Excellence (OIE)
The NYU Tandon Office of Inclusive Excellence promotes Inclusion, Diversity, Belonging, Equity and Accessibility (IDBEA). The office invites and fosters a wider range of experience, knowledge, and perspectives to shape a more successful, creative, and innovative institution; through collaborative efforts on campus.
I was one of three graduate assistants working on the OIE's My Brother's Keeper@Tandon, Women@Tandon, and office of inclusion initiatives. I was the lead for Women@Tandon and planned to host interactive workshops, fun-tivities, and panels for the HERstory community; all events were open to NYU Tandon's student population regardless of orientation or identity (all were welcomed).
I helped manage the social media accounts, events, photography and videography, captions and scripts, data organizing, and more.
Governor’s Committee on Scholastic Achievement (GCSA)
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Final
This NYC-based non-profit made it its mission to empower youth with a unique opportunity; life-long friendship, workforce shadow, and providing students with the opportunity to pursue college. Many of their volunteer mentors come from leading companies like Google, Spotify, and Deutsche Bank. This allows some of NYC's high school students to gain insight into their futures by learning from professionals in different fields.
You can see a variety of colors that could have been chosen, changes that were made, and the final version; the last square.
The Design Process
A variety of seals and colors were sent to me in 2022 for the re-design of GCSA's new logo. The goal was to create a logo that fit GCSA's new brand colors. Below are the images:
This logo was a part of their brand prior to 2022.
A PDF of previously designed logos; desired look for the final product.
Desired color and design.
Administrative suggested color.
Combination of the desired design and color.
Color corrected with new desired color.
Colorized with colors from the thinner outer circle example.
Final design. I had creative freedom when it came to designing, colors, and fonts.
I designed a certificate and stole template for GCSA's annual event celebration. These items were designed for students and alumni--to celebrate their completion of their program(s), such as graduating high school, college, or university. In addition to their contributions as leaders, community service, professional growth, and other positive contributions to the workforce or community.
The last four images of the certificate design, on the left, are the GCSA certificate seals in black, white, gold, and purple. On the right, are various stoles, flags, pennants, and engraved gold honor pins designs for the graduating Class of 2023.
Non-Profits & Volunteer Work Experience
New York University Tandon School of Engineering
Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP): Concrete Canoe
NYU's Concrete Canoe Team is a part of the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP). It is a multi-year and multidisciplinary commitment to a large-scale project that combines education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. It is an opportunity to develop valuable skills while contributing to real-world projects and earning academic credit; engaging in continuous learning and professional development.
The NYU Concrete Canoe Team designs, builds, and races a canoe made from concrete in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) annual competition. The team has achieved significant success, including being the first all-rookie team to qualify for nationals and placing eighth overall in the 2023-2024 competition. They focus on sustainability, using innovative materials like zero-cement concrete to reduce environmental impact. The team aims to innovate in concrete technology while promoting teamwork and professional skills among students from diverse backgrounds. I worked on graphics, aesthetics, marketing, event management, communications, archival/ organization, and various other miscellaneous tasks; like public relations, fundraising, email editing, template, and promotional material.
New York University Tandon School of Engineering
The Business Aviation Club & The Earth Matters Club
EarthMatters is NYU's oldest and premier environmental and sustainability club. Founded in 1982, it serves as a platform for students interested in environmental issues and sustainability.
The Aviation Club at NYU caters to students passionate about flying and air travel. The club serves as a valuable resource for students looking to explore careers or opportunities in the aviation sector.
I was the graphic chair for Earth Matters, and Director of Marketing - Publicity and Communications for The Aviation Business Club.
New York University
Student Government Assembly (NYU SGA)
The Student Government Assembly advocates for students during their time at NYU, focusing on discussions around advocacy and policy recommendations, as well as organizing initiatives. The representatives are students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees.
SGA has 18 committees. I have created designs, tabled, hosted/ volunteered at events, and managed communications for:
- Academic Affairs Committee
- Violet 100 Events Committee
- Alumni Relations Committee
- Conference Funding Committee
- Initiative Funding Committee
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
- Financial Affairs Committee
- Health and Wellness Committee
- Student Technology Committee
- Sustainability Committee
New York University School of Professional Studies
Student Association for Applied Studies (NYU SAAS) Club
The Student Association for Applied Studies (SAAS) creates community-based events to promote diversity and inclusivity of all NYU SPS students; regardless of program. Any NYU SPS student could join SAAS as a member or an officer. SAAS officers represent Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies (DAUS) students, NYU faculty, NYU administrators, and the SPS Student Council.
I was the Secretary and Social Media Chair of the SAAS club in the Spring of 2022.
New York University School of Professional Studies
SPS Undergraduate Student Council & SPS Graduate Student Council (SPS USC & GSC)
The Undergraduate Student Council is the school's student government for undergraduate and graduate students. Each NYU school has their own government; all president, vice presidents, and senators meet for a collective agreement for the NYU community. The SPS council created community-based events. Such as networking opportunities, career seminars, and school club events to aid in students resources. The goal was to continuing student success, satisfaction, and to contribute to NYU's school spirit. The same goes for the Graduate Student Council; the audience were graduate students. The council's mission was to have representatives from all of NYU SPS's various diverse populations; addressing various student conflicts or needs.
The primary focus was building a community, crafting care for our students, and making the college experience unique to the individual.
I created graphic designs for this council, various committees, various clubs, and the greater NYU community; faculty, staff, and senior management (deans, directors, etc.). Make of my roles were interchangeable despite the various titles I held at the time. I was the Graphic Design Chair, Social Media Manager, script writer, video editor, and more for the council; beginning approximately Spring 2022 throughout the Fall 2023 semester.
I won the Rising Star Award for working on 2022's Spirit Week templates; I only had three days to complete the design for the 7-day event celebration. I spent over 24 hours working on more than 300+ designs until the final template, logos, icons, flyers, posts and stories, and QR codes were completed.
Below is the NYU SPS 2023 Global Village Bramd Kit I designed for our sponsors, internal senior management, and team.
The Passing the Torch Awards Ceremony is an annual tradition within the Office of Student Life at the NYU School of Professional Studies. Each year the Office honors individuals and student groups who have worked tirelessly throughout the year to enhance the NYU SPS student experience both on- and off-campus.
Student Life Awards Nominations:
- Organization of the Year
- Club Rising Star Award
- Club MVP, Outstanding Program/ Event
- Student Leader of the Year Award.
Award winners will be celebrated at the Passing The Torch Ceremony in May. On the left are templates and examples of some of the certificates used in 2022 - 2024.
During my time on the council, I created over 1,000 designs, video edits, script edits, and captions. I worked on various committee needs simultaneously with my own projects and assigned tasks. I always went above and beyond in everything I did. I always triple checked my work to ensure everything was correct, agreed upon (brand), and ready before the deadline.
New York University School of Professional Studies -- Digital Production Committee (SPS DPC)