CAREER HISTORY

FREELANCE DESIGNER

1988- Present

Continuously works with copywriters, printers, contractors and vendor partners to help develop and visually articulate new ideas, main messages, and concepts using storytelling through art and graphics.
Create designs for digital social media campaigns as well as print-ready designs while using Adobe design products, completing projects ahead of schedule, and earning a 5-star client satisfaction rating
Successfully work in a remote environment using all the latest Adobe Creative Suite, a variety of design techniques, current computer equipment and high-speed internet
Capable of meeting and exceeding deadlines for multiple projects use superior time management skills
Establish brand identities and standards for various companies, products, conferences, trades shows and events through development of successful marketing strategies and tactics including: creative briefs, websites, social media graphics, direct mail, print advertising, print collateral, apparel packages, packaging and promotional products while using a variety of graphics applications.

GRAPHIC DESIGN SPECIALIST

March 2022-August 2023

STATEGIC GOVERNMENT RESOURCE (SGR)

Job duties included providing tactical operations to visual communications, including social media graphics, brochures, and flyers; producing executive recruitment position profiles under the direction of the Senior Graphic Solutions Developer; and assisting with the execution of deliverables for internal and external conferences
Recently let go because of budget cuts

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER - CONTRACT
GAYLORD NATIONAL RESORT AND CONVENTION CENTER | WASHINGTON DC AREA

January 2006 - July 2008

Served as the Senior Designer on a two year, multi-million dollar luxury resort opening.
Established brand identity for the resort, brand guidelines and compliance policies.
Worked with the marketing team on graphic design concepts for all retail outlets including a high end apparel store front, jewelry store front and resort gift shop.
Successfully executed all pre-opening print collateral and advertising including brochures, direct mail, in room printed rack cards, sales and marketing materials, restaurant menus, guest room key cards, grand opening collection of printed materials, spa menus, signage and employee printed collateral for a five star Spa, Sales Department, Casual Restaurants, HR, In Room, Sports Bars, Fine Dining restaurants, Employee Dining.
Worked with the Director of Marketing and Public Relations to execute sales strategies involving highly complex print projects, three dimensional promotional products and advertising campaigns.
Worked directly with two outside agencies and multiple vendors.
Participated in weekly and monthly creative meetings and provided reporting on project updates.
Oversaw the printing process for all collateral materials including press checks and delivery.

EARLY CAREER

September 1997 to September 1999

Senior Graphic Designer

Managed various print projects by creating innovative and unique graphic designs.
Created print advertisements, e-mail marketing campaigns, and package designs.
Drove client exposure by aligning all design work with brand image and values.
Achieved project targets with high-quality design work to help clients promote products, services and events.
Helped optimize final delivery with advice on presentation, design, and formatting.
Protected work and customer interests by maintaining archive of images, photographs and work products.
Developed fresh designs with esthetic appeal using Adobe products.

Graphic Designer

Created and managed computer-generated image design projects to minimize cost and meet production deadlines.
Promoted client satisfaction through effective design leadership from concept through completion.
Prepared print files for screenprinting and embroidery
Designed print files for large-format applications such as billboards, tradeshow booths, and store signage

Graphic Designer/Desktop Publisher/Production Artist

Revised InDesign/Quark templates to enable the most accurate color and specifications for offset and digital printing
Prepared design files for color separations for offset and apparel printing
Managed timeframes for multiple projects to ensure all projects were completed on time

Production Specialist/Designer

Produced print-ready files and film for offset printing equipment
Converted client-designed files into print-ready files
Designed and executed designs as needed
Maintained file structures and performed backup duties daily
Communicated with press operators to ensure best quality deliverables
Worked with outside finishing vendors and monitored turnaround times
Executed on-site visits of outside vendors for quality control

MANAGER

November 2013 - July 2015

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PROJECT MANAGER

March 2017 - present