Stormy Rush
About Stormy Rush
Stormy Rush serves as the Quality Lead Designer at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, where she analyzes data to enhance production and quality goals. With extensive experience in graphic design and a background in journalism, she has held various roles in the industry since 2000.
Current Role at Gannett
Stormy Rush serves as the Quality Lead Designer at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK since 2017. In this role, Rush analyzes data to optimize production and quality goals, focusing on efficiency. The position involves creating strategies to improve quality and accuracy for problematic accounts. Rush also mentors new team members and develops training plans to enhance their skills, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the design team.
Previous Experience at Gannett
Prior to the current role, Stormy Rush worked as Graphic Designer II at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK from 2010 to 2017. During this seven-year tenure, Rush was responsible for designing impactful print and digital advertisements tailored to customer needs. This position built upon earlier experience in graphic design and allowed for the development of skills in creating visually engaging content.
Experience at The Indianapolis Star
Stormy Rush has extensive experience at The Indianapolis Star, where they held multiple positions. Rush started as a Website Production Intern from 2000 to 2001, followed by a role as Ad Builder from 2001 to 2002. Rush then worked as a Graphic Designer from 2002 to 2007 and later as a Senior Graphic Designer from 2007 to 2010. This cumulative experience at The Indianapolis Star contributed significantly to Rush's expertise in graphic design and production.
Education and Qualifications
Stormy Rush studied at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, where they earned a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from 1998 to 2000. Additionally, Rush pursued a Certificate in Computer Technology & Programming at the same institution from 2001 to 2002. This educational background provided a foundation in both journalism and technology, enhancing Rush's capabilities in design and production.