About Me

I am a versatile professional who bridges the worlds of public health and creative design. With a Master's in Public Health from Columbia University and experience coordinating CDC-funded initiatives, I bring analytical thinking and program management expertise to complex health challenges. My creative side flourishes through graphic design, where I leverage professional tools to craft compelling visual narratives. I've demonstrated my ability to blend public health awareness with engaging design, creating impactful brands that resonate with diverse audiences. My unique combination of public health knowledge and creative direction allows me to approach problems with both analytical rigor and innovative solutions.

Education

AUGUST 2020 — MAY 2022 | NEW YORK, NY

Columbia University, Mailman School of Public Health

Master of Public Health

Concentration: Health Policy and Management

Certificate: Infectious Disease Epidemiology

SEPTEMBER 2015 — MAY 2020 | NORTHRIDGE, CA

California State University, Northridge

Bachelor of Science in Public Health

Skills

Software
- Adobe Illustrator
- InDesign, Photoshop
- After Effects
- Figma
- Framer
- Google Suite
- DaVinci Resolve
Creative & Media
- Creative Direction
- Photography/Videography
- Illustration
- Social Media and Analytics
- Filmmaking
- Branding and Marketing
- Copywriting
Other Skills
- Program Coordination
- Grants Management
- Data Analysis

Work Experience

JULY 2022 — PRESENT | PHILADELPHIA, PA

Program Coordinator at Philadelphia Department of Public Health

Manages CDC-funded grant activities under the Sudden Death in the Young initiative, oversees data entry for national registries, and coordinates monthly multidisciplinary reviews to identify systemic gaps in child health and safety, manages a comprehensive Microsoft Access database, handles sensitive medical and autopsy records, navigates Institutional Review Board requirements, and collaborates with local stakeholders to strengthen the fatality review process.

SEPTEMBER 2024 — PRESENT | PHILADELPHIA, PA

Co-founder, Backhanded Condiments Racquet Club

Co-founded the community tennis club and league known as the “Backhanded Condiments Racquet Club.” Responsible for graphic design, brand identity, marketing, social media, photography, and community engagement.

Received 2024 Community Development Award from United States Tennis Association (USTA) Philadelphia Area Tennis District (PATD).

Developed collaborative merchandise with All Caps Studio.

NOVEMBER 2023 — PRESENT | PHILADELPHIA, PA

Founder, Creative Lead at FLÊVORFUL CO.

Founded the community hot sauce concept known as “FLÊVORFUL CO.” Responsible for all graphic design, brand identity, marketing, social media, photography, and community engagement.

Developed collaborative merchandise with All Caps Studio.

MAY 2021 — JANUARY 2022 | NEW YORK, NY

Health Equity Intern, The John A. Hartford Foundation

Supported the development and implementation of community programs focused on underrepresented populations, contributed to outreach strategy design, maintained data tracking systems to evaluate program impact, conducted research to guide strategic improvements, collaborated with institutional partners to enhance program effectiveness and expand community reach.