Welcome to my portfolio!
I am a graphic designer and photographer looking to use my creative eye and skills in kingdom building ministry work. Nothing thrills me more than to see others discover the joy of the Lord as I have. Dreaming big, my audacious goal is to help create Bible studies and resources to help people grow in their faith and disciple others.
Art Journaling is a passion of mine, and sharing it has become a ministry. I love gathering groups of believers to give them the opportunity to take what God has been teaching them and artistically record it on paper. Please check out the art journaling section to learn more. I also coordinate a blog for a women's ministry group in my area. Check it out at ToBeKnown!
In my spare time I've also taken up a variety of creative hobbies over the years and hope to continue to showcase them here.
All that being said, the most important things about me are not design related. First my faith in Christ is the foundation I've built my life on. Next up is my amazing and handsome husband and three fabulous daughters. These aspects of me inspire my work and give me purpose. Also worth noting, we are a military family as my husband has served 19 years in the Marine Corps. If you know anything about military families you will know this means we have had a lot of adventures in many locations!
All in all, my hope is that the images on these pages give you a sense of my interests, abilities, styles, and range as I continue to make all the pretty things.
If you have a project in mind and would like to connect with me I would love to chat!
Testimonials
"Stephanie made collaboration on a logo easy. She is a creative and patient professional who took my vague ideas and turned them into a logo I absolutely love. I highly recommend her!"
-Debbie from Refreshed Treasures
"Stephanie was phenomenal to work with. She understood the need of the client, communicated quickly and had amazing turn around times. Would recommend her to anyone!"
-Taylor from Global Grace
Experience
FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
2021–Present◆Leonardtown, MD
Ministry, service, and retail related concept creation; digital and print design for portfolio development.
2021–Present◆Leonardtown, MD
Ministry, service, and retail related concept creation; digital and print design for portfolio development.
LEAD FACILITATOR OF WOMEN'S MINISTRY GROUP
2021–Present◆SouthPoint Church◆Leonardtown, MD
Host and teach weekly ministry for women. Bi-weekly blog contributor for To Be Known.
2021–Present◆SouthPoint Church◆Leonardtown, MD
Host and teach weekly ministry for women. Bi-weekly blog contributor for To Be Known.
DIRECTOR OF ROCKKIDS CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
2016–2019◆The Rock Church◆Yuma, AZ
Vision casted, developed, and maintained ministry programming for infants through 6th grade as it grew from 50 children to 150 in 3 years. Researched and coordinated curriculum. Recruited, trained, and mentored volunteer staff of over 100 adults and youth. Fundraised and spearheaded design for two major building renovations. Developed social media presence. Created and directed community outreach events. Partnered intimately with church staff to keep the program supporting the church’s mission.
2016–2019◆The Rock Church◆Yuma, AZ
Vision casted, developed, and maintained ministry programming for infants through 6th grade as it grew from 50 children to 150 in 3 years. Researched and coordinated curriculum. Recruited, trained, and mentored volunteer staff of over 100 adults and youth. Fundraised and spearheaded design for two major building renovations. Developed social media presence. Created and directed community outreach events. Partnered intimately with church staff to keep the program supporting the church’s mission.
DIRECTOR & LEAD FACILITATOR
2018–2019◆Women’s Enrichment Ministry◆Yuma, AZ
Led a team to effectively minister to 50 women each week at the base chapel of MCAS Yuma. Researched, facilitated, and taught Bible studies. Coordinated community outreach events. Created and maintained ministry social media presence. Designed digital and printed study and marketing materials.
2018–2019◆Women’s Enrichment Ministry◆Yuma, AZ
Led a team to effectively minister to 50 women each week at the base chapel of MCAS Yuma. Researched, facilitated, and taught Bible studies. Coordinated community outreach events. Created and maintained ministry social media presence. Designed digital and printed study and marketing materials.
HOMESCHOOL TEACHER
2015–16, 2019-21◆Joshua Tree, CA and Leonardtown, MD
Curated curriculum and facilitated at home education.
2015–16, 2019-21◆Joshua Tree, CA and Leonardtown, MD
Curated curriculum and facilitated at home education.
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER
2010–2016◆Stephanie Z Photography◆Oceanside, CA
Artistically photographed children, families, and events. Edited galleries using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
2010–2016◆Stephanie Z Photography◆Oceanside, CA
Artistically photographed children, families, and events. Edited galleries using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Communication
University of Maryland Global Campus
2023
University of Maryland Global Campus
2023
Master of Social Work
Florida State University
2006
Florida State University
2006
Bachelor of Social Work
Calvin College
2004
Calvin College
2004
Technical Skills
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Animate
Adobe Dimensions
Adobe XD
Microsoft Suite
WordPress
Canva
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Animate
Adobe Dimensions
Adobe XD
Microsoft Suite
WordPress
Canva