Manager Project

GRAPHIC WEB MULTIMEDIA ILLUSTRATION

GAYLE MUELLER

SENIOR-LEVEL GRAPHIC DESIGNER/

VISUAL INFORMATION SPECIALIST

Hands-on graphic designer with a secret clearance, a BFA in visual arts and extensive experience as a visual information specialist and Web manager for the United States Army as well as in graphic design and art director roles for one of the region s top advertising agencies. Designs, plans, and produces creative original designs and illustrations, translating abstract ideas and concepts into graphically dynamic images for use in visual presentations, publications, and displays. Print production expert adept at identifying and advising on the most appropriate print specifications for achieving visual communications objectives. Highly skilled in leveraging the complete range of advanced technical / computer graphics tools to develop the highest professional quality graphic products. Areas of expertise:

Graphic Design Creative Concept Development Project Management Print Production

Web Management Interactive Media Client Communication & Collaboration

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

U.S. ARMY, Aberdeen Proving Grounds (APG), Aberdeen, Maryland 1997-Present

Initially contracted through Log.Sec Corporation, then through Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) following USAEC s absorption under IMCOM. Presently working for the Software Engineering Center (SEC) under the U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM) as a contractor.

Senior Visual Information Specialist, Software Engineering Center (SEC) Aug. 12, 2011-present

Senior Visual Information Specialist & Web Manager, Installation Management Command (IMCOM) 1997-Aug. 12, 2011

Conceptualize, develop, design, and deliver all manner of visual information in support of program operations and events. Provide in-depth expertise in appropriately leveraging multimedia, print, online, video, exhibit, and presentation mediums to effectively communicate the Army's message, both internally and externally. Collaborate closely with internal clients at all organizational levels to identify and align visual information projects with communications needs.

Select achievements:

Recognized for consistently achieving the highest professional graphics quality while meeting critical project goals for speed, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

In 2010, took on additional accountability for managing the USAEC Web site, employing advanced skills in Adobe Dreamweaver, WS_FTP LE, SSH, and Tortoise SVN for such major online projects as coding a quarterly publication for online browsing as well as start-to-finish page design and coding for key event publicity.

Dramatically streamlined department operations by implementing a Cumulus database system for archiving and improving tracking and accessibility of visual information data, including the creation of an extensive photo library.

Managed the department's technology assets, staying up to date on emerging software and technical solutions to identify appropriate upgrades and system enhancements.

Consistently honored for outstanding performance with multiple awards from Log.Sec Corporation.

Project highlights include:

Design of the widely circulated 2010 and 2009 Army Earth Day posters and corresponding Earth Day multimedia campaigns involving exhibits, print material, and CD designs.

End-to-end design and production of a suite of print material for the Federal Women s Program (FWP) 19th Annual Training Program in 2009.

Numerous FWP posters, multimedia programs, and certificates in close collaboration with high-level USAEC and RDECOM officials.

Made significant contributions to the team s win of a prestigious MarCom Award Honoring Excellence in Marketing & Communications for a USAEC Underground Tactics Web animation project.

Achieved an Award of Excellence in the Web site category from The Communicator for the USAEC site.

CAREER NOTE: Additional roles include positions as Art Director and Graphic Designer for HOTTMAN EDWARDS ADVERTISING and as a Freelance Graphic Designer. Details available upon request.

AWARDS & HONORS

MarCom Awards Honoring Excellence in Marketing & Communications 2007 (team award) "Underground Tactics" Web Animation, posted on the Web site.

Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Performance 4th Quarter from Log.Sec Corporation 2007

Award of Excellence, "The Communicator" 2006 Print Media for Web Site/Overall Site for the U.S. Army Environmental Command 2006

Excellence Award from Log.Sec Corporation 2006

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Bachelor of Arts in Visual & Performing Arts (magna cum laude)

3.75 GPA Attended 198*-****-*** Semester Hours Earned 101 Semester Hours in Major

University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland

Professional development training including courses in:

Screen-Based Media Design Unix Java Scripting HTML Programming

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Adobe: Photoshop CS5 InDesign CS4 Illustrator CS5 Flash CS3 Acrobat 9 Pro

Adobe Dreamweaver CS4

FTP: WS_FTP LE Fetch SSH Tortoise SVN

Special Printers: Perfect Image Autostar II Rimage HP designjet 5500

Apple / Mac & PC Environments

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) International Webmasters Association (IWA)

202 Kennard Ave., Edgewood, MD 21040

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