Academic Teaching Experience
Context
Adjunct faculty member teaching undergraduate graphic design at UNC Charlotte, with additional guest lectures at Temple University Japan—focusing on concept development, systems thinking, and career readiness.
Focus
Guided students through both foundational and advanced design work—from developing conceptual thinking in junior studios to leading full capstone projects in Senior Seminar, including thesis writing, final deliverables, group branding, video production, and exhibition design.
Also supported career readiness through portfolio development, resume refinement, and positioning for entry into the design field.
Approach
Combined structured curriculum with real-world workflows and expectations, drawing directly from active industry experience to prepare students for professional practice.
Concept development and critique
Thesis research and writing
Systems thinking and execution
Portfolio and resume reviews
Exhibition and presentation design
Client-based workflows and feedback integration
File organization, naming conventions, and packaging best practices
Production-ready file prep and export standards
Collaboration practices for working across teams and partners
Outcome
Students graduated with fully realized capstone projects, professional portfolios, and a stronger understanding of how to position themselves within the design industry.
Illuminate: Senior Thesis Exhibition
A collaborative exhibition bringing together graduating seniors’ thesis work, each project designed to support and amplify small communities. I led the group through branding, promotion, and exhibition design—translating individual work into a cohesive public experience.
