Digital Design Graphic

Khalid Best

New York, NY 917-***-**** **********@*****.*** Linkedin.com/in/khalid-best-b49b0155

PRODUCTION ARTIST CONTENT CREATOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER VISUAL MARKETING EXPERT Talented, hardworking, and dynamic creative professional and production artist specializing in graphic design, digital & print productions, content creation, and visual advertising. Possess a strong professional background in Pharmaceutical Graphic Design and Production experience with a history of successfully leading print and digital design projects. Proficient in the use of the Adobe Creative Suite and most other common visual design programs and applications. Highly adept at developing effective and innovative visual advertising campaigns in order to facilitate branding and build corporate identity. Well-versed in national and international marketing, advertising, product development & launch, and community engagement. Excellent communication skills, particularly in the areas of active listening, needs assessment, cross-functional collaboration, and adaptive vernacular. Proven track record of providing expert-level content creation services to major, global brands—such as Droga5, EG+, Fresenius Healthcare, Imagination, LiveNation, RAPP Worldwide, Rwest, Sir Kensington, TBWA Chiat Day, The Kaplan Thaler Group, and more. Interested in leveraging these considerable skills to take on a new and engaging professional challenge. Eager to be a contributing part of a progressive and innovative organization that values loyalty and rewards excellence. Skills, Strengths, & Areas of Expertise

Visual Marketing & Advertising Print & Digital Marketing Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Communication Skills Project Management Logo Design

Multitasking & Time Management Corporate Identity Building Graphic Design

Organization & Process Optimization Creative Problem-solving Typography

Photography & Shot Composition Visual Communication Branding

Continuous Professional Improvement Professional Collaboration Passion & Dedication

Page Layout & Poster Design Training & Development Leadership & Motivation

Static Image Creation Adaptability & Flexibility Concept Development Professional Experience

K. BEST VISUAL PRODUCTIONS & MARKETING 2018 – Present New York, NY

Lead Designer & Production Artist

Responsible for creative innovative and engaging visual marketing materials (such as digital and print media) for various clients, according to their specific needs.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement creative solutions to marketing and branding issues.

Conceptualize and execute artwork for promotional materials and event visuals.

Interpret creative briefs, understand project goals, and adhere to deadlines.

Ensure that project strategies and methodologies consistently align with initial project parameters and each client’s requirements.

Utilize direct mail marketing techniques to build brand recognition and identity.

Produce finished typographic, photographic, and illustrative files for digital advertisement.

Manage and maintain social media content on various platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

Perform quality-control measures on individual and peer work.

Collaborate with designers and art directors in the production of direct mail projects. EG+ WORLDWIDE 2014 – 2018

New York, NY

Graphic Artist

Responsible for creating eye-catching text, imagery, and other visual marketing techniques in order to build brand recognition, encourage business retention, and drive revenue growth.

Created visual content for online campaigns, print ads, and websites.

Designed page layouts, mechanicals, templates, proofs, color corrections and die lines.

Coordinate with art directors and editorial team members to identify and address potential areas for improvement and ensure alignment with client requirements. THE KAPLAN THALER GROUP 2009 – 2014

New York, NY

Senior Studio Artist

Education & Certifications

THE COOPER UNION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE & ART 1995 New York, NY

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

Technical Proficiencies

Adobe Acrobat Pro Google Office Suite Illustration Adobe After Effects

Microsoft Office Suite QuarkXPress Adobe Illustrator ActiveCollab

Proofreading Marks Adobe InDesign Triple Triangle Adobe Premiere Pro

Universal Type Client Adobe Photoshop Workfront Cradle

~ Additional Experience & References Available Upon Request ~

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