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Project 4: Roadmap to Emotional Sovereignty: 300-Page Manuscript Editing & Self-Publishing Preparation
Title: Roadmap to Emotional Sovereignty: Manuscript Editing & Self-Publishing Preparation Role: Editor, Content Strategist & Creative Director Services: Copyediting, Content Formatting, Manuscript Proofreading, Creative Direction
Project Overview
Developed to prepare a 300-page personal development and reflective manuscript for digital and print self-publishing, this project focused on refining and structuring extensive written material. The primary goal was to take raw, vulnerable journal entries and transform them into a polished, cohesive, and reader-friendly format while retaining the author's authentic voice. The cover art was developed through a collaborative process where the vision and design concepts were directed to a freelance illustrator.
Key Contributions
Copyediting & Proofreading: Edited the 300-page manuscript for structural flow, grammatical precision, thematic consistency, and readability across the entire volume.
Content Formatting & Structuring: Organized the large-scale writing into structured chapters, daily reflections, and actionable exercises that are easy for readers to engage with.
Creative Direction: Ideated the book cover concept and directed the freelance illustrator to ensure the final
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Project 3: WMATA Holiday Rail Extension Graphic
Title: WMATA Holiday Rail Extension Infographic & Public Notice
Role: Graphic Designer & Communications Specialist
Services: Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Public Information Design
Project Overview
Designed during my tenure at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), this graphic was created to clearly communicate complex holiday schedule changes and rail extension routes to the public. The focus was on making transit updates highly visible and easy for daily commuters to digest during a busy holiday season.
Key Contributions
Graphic Design: Designed the layout, visual hierarchy, and iconography using Canva to ensure the information was accessible and visually engaging.
Public Information Strategy: Condensed complex operational schedules into a clear, reader-friendly format for customer-facing distribution.
Brand Consistency: Applied WMATA’s official visual identity and accessibility standards to maintain professional public trust.
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Project 2: Georgia Tech Tapia Conference Hub
Title: Georgia Tech Tapia Conference Web Presence
Role: Web Developer, Content Strategist & Photographer
Services: Web Design, Digital Content Creation, Community Building
Project Overview
Created as a dedicated resource hub, this web page was built to connect underrepresented students at the Georgia Tech College of Computing with leadership, research, and networking opportunities at the Tapia Conference. The site's focus was on diversity, inclusion, and creating clear avenues for student engagement.
Key Contributions
Photography: Captured and integrated real campus community photos that bring a welcoming feel to the site.
Copywriting & Content Strategy: Drafted all copy, including community resources, profiles, and testimonials.
Targeted Design & Accessibility: Organized information to support and welcome specific underrepresented groups in tech, including Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, and Indigenous students.
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Project 1: Georgia Tech Grace Hopper Celebration Hub
Title: Georgia Tech Grace Hopper Celebration Hub
Role: Web Developer, Content Strategist & Photographer
Services: Web Design, Content Strategy, Higher Education Marketing
Project Overview
I designed and built the 2023 campaign microsite for Georgia Tech's College of Computing to highlight their presence at the Grace Hopper Celebration. The goal of the hub was to serve as a centralized digital resource for women and non-binary students, providing networking pathways, OMSCS program recruitment details, and compelling student testimonials.
Key Contributions
Photography: Captured and edited the high-quality on-site photography featured across the site.
Copywriting & Content Strategy: Wrote all original copy, including student success stories and program overviews.
Digital Strategy & Layout: Designed a clean, accessible layout tailored for student engagement and resource navigation.
Note: These screenshots represent the original design and content structure created for the 2023 cohort.
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