Passionate and inventive creative professional seeking a challenging Senior Graphic Design position. I am looking to bring a fresh approach to an organization that is seeking someone who is motivated, reliable, hard working, and great at multitasking. I have a strong craftsmanship and am excited to become part of a dynamic team. I am extremely detail oriented, enthusiastic, and ready to show off my talent!

BACKGROUND INCLUDES
Art direction, brand identity, marketing campaigns, brochures, annual reports, e-blast campaigns, media kits, package design, print ads, corporate newsletters, vehicle wraps, POP displays & trade show signage, billboards, planogram concepts, direct mail collateral,
logo development, magazine layout, web banners & landing pages, social media ads & promotions, custom invitations, photo retouching and photography.

EXPERIENCE
03/2013 - 07/2020, Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority (LYNX), Orlando, FL
Senior Creative Designer for a large transportation company servicing the greater Central Florida area.

• Award winning designer responsible for the development and creation of all marketing materials to support LYNX transportation services.

• Design projects include marketing and social media campaigns, advertising collateral, brand identity, newsletters, and bus schedules/map drawing.  

• A strong team leader who oversees that all LYNX branding is consistent across all levels of media while also mentoring the junior designer.

• A great idea generator with proven results when coming up with new and exciting marketing campaigns, promotions, and activities. 
 
• An ambitious initiator who strives for continuous improvement with all LYNX design processes to enable the agency to have the best possible appearance & presence throughout the community.


Freelance Graphic Designer
2011 - Present, Orlando, FL
2010 - 2011, Phoenix, AZ
After our family was transferred out of state twice in 3 years, I opted to solely do work as a Freelance Graphic Designer while residing in Phoenix, AZ and Orlando, FL. Clients included numerous local and out of state referrals including hotels, local government agencies, insurance companies, high end car dealerships, health & fitness companies, local colleges, and school districts to name a few. 

2004 – 2009, Fellowes Inc., Itasca, IL
Graphic Designer/Associate Marketing Manager for a global manufacturer of technology accessories, business machines, and record storage solutions.

• Successfully designed and managed all Body Glove brand in house representation including package design, brand identity and promotional materials in a very busy Marketing Communications Department.

• A dynamic team player accustomed to working closely with marketing, sales, and vendors under very tight deadlines.

• Excelled at wearing many different hats at any time and changing directions at a moment’s notice.

• Sharp creative eye for any given project while still keeping designs fresh, clean, and branded.


1996 – 2003, L. Perrigo Company, Allegan, MI 
(Telecommuted from IL 1998-2003)
Graphic Specialist for the world’s largest manufacturer of OTC pharmaceutical products for the store brand market

• Created packaging designs for pharmaceuticals, supplements, and personal care products for such clients as Target, Meijer, Walmart, Kmart, Walgreens, and Albertsons while adhering to strong Government FDA rules and regulations.

• Well versed in the printing process and preparing files accurately for superior print production.

• Successfully held the role of back up supervisor for an art department team consisting of 10+ designers.


EDUCATION 
1994
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Adobe Creative Cloud: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, & Acrobat,
Quark XPress, Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint.