I’ve been called a one-stop creative shop, offering a range of services including graphic design, social media, writing, publishing, photography, content marketing, and branding. My big-picture approach to creative motivates me to understand how message, identity, and audience all influence graphic design and delivery.
“Words cannot describe how incredibly talented Tammy is. …. While Tammy’s gift for design is unique, what I have come to appreciate is her ability to turn things around with great speed and accuracy. I don’t know what I would do without her.” (Linkedin recommendation)
how i got here.
My career plans had always included journalism. In college I studied media, communications, and photography. When I discovered the Internet in January 1993 and met my first love online, I decided to put graduate school plans on hold for a year, and ended up in Minneapolis as a development and communications assistant. Somehow, I morphed from administrative to creative during my two years there, and returned to Boston as a production artist.
During my 20 years in Boston, my career grew from production to design. While working for Aquent (then MacTemps) in 1997, I learned that PowerPoint was a gateway drug to print production and graphic design. Aquent provided on-the-job training and kept me challenged with new projects. In 1999, I was hired as a PowerPoint specialist by Braun Consulting, where I’d been working as an Aquent talent. By 2001 I was managing a creative staff of five and developing a wider range of creative services beyond presentations for the Braun’s teams. I was a Brand Ambassador during Braun’s rebrand and merger, but after Braun was acquired I was laid off. At this point, I chose to be a consultant in design, brand, and social media.
why rubicat?
Since 2003, I’ve been providing creative services under this whimsical name. I have a deep appreciation for cats, a fondness for deep red colours, and a penchant for memorable naming conventions. One day, while I was in a silly Seuss-like mood, the word “rubicat” just popped into my head and refused to leave!
From 2003 through 2018 I worked for various companies, from sole proprietorships to large corporations. Whether a project required design, brand, production, or marketing, I could bring more than would be expected from a designer. I consistently exceeded expectations, because I have a “big picture” approach to creative. In 2018, I was hired by Abt Global as an internal communications designer, and I sidelined new consulting projects.
what now?
The largest takeaway from the COVID-19 pandemic was companies’ adaptability to remote and hybrid staff. I have been a remote employee since 2020, and I am dedicated to maintaining a healthy work/life balance. I am currently seeking a position with a company that holds equity and education at the heart of its mission; I value projects that have a positive impact on the clients we serve. Do you have a position for a well-rounded, enthusiastic graphic designer and team player? Check out my resume for a more in-depth look at my skills and accomplishments. I look forward to meeting you!
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