Graphic Designer

CHERYL BIALKA

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PERSONAL PROFILE

As a creative professional I have collected over 20 years of

graphic design experience and have gained excellent knowledge

in all areas of design, branding, print advertising and the

web. I am very passionate about the industry today. I see one

of my major strengths being my adaptability. This can be seen

in my design work where I am able to handle any task I am

given, be it multi media, branding, web or print advertising.

CAREER HISTORY

Southworth Company - Agawam, MA

Graphic Designer 1999-Present

My role within the company is extremely diverse ranging from

the creation of highly customized presentations and mockups

to successfully translating subject matter into concrete

designs for print advertising, stationery, branding,

packaging, logos and new product launches. Work closely with

sales and marketing teams to meet tight deadlines.

Also responsible for updating the corporate website.

cb design studio - Enfield, CT

Freelance Graphic Designer 1997 -Present

Operation of freelance design studio that provides all facets

of design - branding, print advertising and promotional

materials. Meet with clients and printers, photographers, web

developers and other designers in seeing the job through to

completion.

Edwards Super Food Stores - Windsor Locks, CT

Art Director 1991- 1997

Responsible for the creative direction of all promotional

materials for 104 retail outlets from concept through

delivery. Directed freelance Illustrators, photographers and

food stylist during corporate ad campaigns. Recorded weekly

TV and radio spots. Worked directly with media buyers.

Managed associate art director and computer operators through

weekly ad production cycle.

The Freelance Exchange, Glastonbury, CT Graphic Designer

1986-1991

Sub contractor in various creative departments in local

companies and agencies.

Effectively adapted to new situations.

TECHNICAL Skills

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver,

Fireworks, Microsoft Office

Education

Present - Continuing Computer Education, New Horizons,

Computer Learning Centers

1980 - A.S, Commercial Art, Endicott College, Beverly MA

Awards & Accomplishments

2012 Clarke School for Hearing and Speech Alumni Reunion

Committee, Graphic Designer

2011 Cambridge Who's Who, Member

2006 Southworth Company, Wall of Fame, Box wrap lot size

reduction

1999 Enfield Town Calendar, First place in design

1996 Edwards Super Food Stores, Women's Day Award, Ad

Campaign

ONLINE Portfolio www.coroflot.com/cbialka

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