Project Manager Design

Jarrod Holt

**** ******* ****** . **** *****, Texas 76104

214-***-**** . **********@*********.***

Portfolio: www.jarrodholtworkshard.com

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jarrod-holt/1/b70/827[pic]

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Highly respected professional graphic artist offering innovative design

concepts across multiple mediums. Focused work ethic and positive demeanor

capably balances conflicting demands from multiple stakeholders in deadline-

driven environments. Talented in understanding and interpreting client

needs. Strong team orientation ensures interdepartmental co-ordination to

support organizational objectives.

Responds rapidly and appropriately to changing circumstances; evaluates

problems, makes astute decisions to effect positive change, and refocuses

on new priorities. Exceptional collaborative, interpersonal, and written

and verbal communication skills; quickly establishes rapport with

management, clients, and team members.

computer proficiency

Macintosh and Windows Operating Systems . Microsoft Office

Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat . Google Sketch Up Pro

professional history

contract graphic designer January 2008-Present

Manage and coordinate projects from concept through completion. Collaborate

with clients to create vision, conceive designs, and consistently meet

deadline requirements. Expertly convert features to benefits to achieve

client objectives. Manage all operational, strategic, financial, and

quote/bid functions.

Clients include:

Nokia Corporation Verizon Texas Instruments

Travelocity.com Caldwell Zoo AMR Publishing

david carter design associates-dallas, texas February 2005-June 2011

Environmental Graphic Designer

Full accountability as architectural signage designer, project manager, and

main point of client contact. Developed and defined signage program and

conveyed property's themes and ideas through creative graphics packages

while adhering to required codes and standards.

Oversaw logistical services including the creation and ongoing coordination

of Location Plans and Message Schedules with other building and design

disciplines. Managed code research and adherence; budget and schedule; and

concept and design presentations.

Clients include:

Walt Disney Imagineering, Bin Hendi Avenue, Watermark Hotel Company

Orlando Dubai

Tucker's Point Hotel & Station Casinos, Las Kerzner International

Spa, Bermuda Vegas

Marriott International, Planet Hollywood, Las Hongkong Land

San Antonio Vegas

Atlantis, The Bahamas & MGM Grand, Las Vegas

Dubai

sullivan perkins, inc. March 2002-February 2005

Graphic Designer

Junior designer and art director for multiple print applications and other

media. Strong emphasis on working within a multi-disciplinary agency

environment and outside creative content providers.

education

university of texas at arlington

Bachelor of Fine Arts; emphasis in Graphic Design, summa cum laude 2001

Graphic Design Internship-David Carter Design Associates January-October

2001

Contributed design content; assisted on day-to-day management of several

long-term projects.

awards

dallas society of visual communications: Bronze Trophy, Logo Design-2004

Published in Print Magazine, Graphis Logo, and Graphis Letterhead

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