I'm a creative and multi-talented Graphic Designer with experience in marketing and print design. Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills. Skilled in client and vendor relations. Passionate and inventive of marketing strategies and campaigns. My style combines visual appeal with cutting edge use of color and graphics. With originality, my compelling designs lead instead of follow. I believe my combination of work experience and solid educational experience has prepared me to be a highly productive designer.

Experience

freelance graphic & web designer wash, dc 2010-present
DEPT OF EDUCATION . SREE . NACS . WORLD BANK  As a freelance designer, I have gained valuable experience designing advertising and marketing material including brochures, logos, business cards, posters, advertisements, product packaging, websites, and booklets. I am proficient with industry-standard design software including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. I also have a working knowledge of preflighting files, prepress and the offset printing process.

multimedia project manager, pk visual communications wash, dc 2008-2012
Design and produce compelling fundraising communication and marketing materials in all media. Manage the design materials intended for high-end print publications such as case statements, annual reports and as well as newsletters; and web, e-mail, video, and social media-based projects. 

production coordinator, Edelman productions wash, dc 2006-2008
Production Operations: Graphic design ads and promotions. Manage operations and communications for a leading TV Production Studio producing HGTV’s Home Improvement TV show. In a fast-paced environment, I catalyze operations for management, and staff. Facilitate accounts receivable and payable.

studio manager, mph studio, inc. new york, ny 2001-2005
For a leading photography studio in Manhattan, I managed payroll, supply requisitions, travel arrangement and expenses, customer and partner communications. I also supported the organization by planning and monitoring daily staffing schedules and ensured staff levels in support of operational demands. and business objectives. 

Education
University of District of Columbia * Bachelor of Graphic Design

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite CS6 - Photoshop - Illustrator - InDesign - Dreamweaver - After Effects * Microsoft Office for Mac and Windows * Photography • XHTML/CSS