Jess is a talented and experienced designer whose expertise includes branding programs, wayfinding programs, interpretive graphics, and related graphic design. Some of her recent projects include creating a pedestrian wayfinding system for the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood in Washington D.C., an identity and wayfinding program for the City of Ocala, Florida, and regional wayfinding programs for Cabarrus County, North Carolina and the Walla Walla Valley in Washington/Oregon. Her campus work includes the wayfinding system for Delaware Valley University, PA, and the Wayfinding Master Plan for Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. Jess has also developed several identity projects, marketing materials, and orientation maps for various clients.

Before joining MERJE, Jess planned and designed interpretive exhibits, graphics, and signage for both new and established institutions.