Nenad Nikolic

**** * ******* ** ● St. John, IN **373 ● 847-***-**** ● ad1x20@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Experienced Multimedia Manager, Art Director, Video and Media Producer who delivers quality content, on time and on budget, for a diverse clientele -- from concept development through execution, driving measurable outcomes. Accomplished storyteller, resourceful team leader, and creative collaborator with particular success as a content marketer, live event producer, and Self-starter.

• Adept at: Adobe Creative Suites DSLR Videography and Photography (scripting, directing, editing), Live event production Managing high volume, short deadline content Interviewing on-camera talent. Experience with various events, AV equipment and live stream technology including Virtual and Web Conferencing Platforms Skills

• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suites: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Encore, Audition, Dreamweaver, XD

• Fluent in Figma

• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel

• Highly Proficient in HTML, HTML5, CSS, CSS3

• Highly experienced with various forms of media including: Videography, Photography, Video/Audio Editing, Graphic Arts and Animation

• Highly experienced in live event/webinar software: Wirecast, OBS, vMix, Zoom and equipment: ATEM, Blackmagic, PTZ cameras

• Strong storytelling, production, editing and designs skills with an eye for a detail

• Skilled and experienced team leader, very capable of quickly assessing issues and providing actionable feedback

• Work independently while interacting as part of creative team in a collaborative environment

• Resourceful and flexible. Ability to thrive in a corporate environment and capable to engage clients

Work Experience

Infostrech/ Apexon March 2022 – Sept 2023

Creative Manager

• Managed and mentored Creative Production team ensuring high quality of work and brand consistency.

• Implemented AI tools in Graphic design and video production to reduce labor/time by 60% and increase productivity by 50%

• Utilized Figma to enhance design experience in digital and print while saving time with reusable assets in shared libraries.

• Used Premier Pro and Final Cut Pro to produce and edit video production for internal and external usage.

• Oversaw rebranding efforts and website redesign.

• Provided graphic support and art direction for digital, print, live steam and events. US Foods Sept 2014 – March 2022

Multimedia Manager

• Concept, direct and produce marketing multimedia for all key initiatives (Scoop, Food Fanatics, Kitchen Tune-Up, MyKitchen, etc.)

• Manage budget, $1.2M/year

• Direct video/photo shoots, outsourced and managed outside agencies; developed over 300 videos on annual bases

Supporting executive leadership team and merchandise/marketing initiatives as well as corporate communications

Developed and implemented virtual trainings and communication and Live Stream Capabilities

(saved $50M/year)

Central News Paper

March 2013-Jan 2015

• Managed and directed design and page layout projects

• Managed MySQL databases and updated websites

• Managed and trained multimedia and design specialists EB&L Marketing May 2012- Sept 2017

Web Designer - Freelance

• Design and Development of new websites/multimedia for clients

• Managing multiple client's sites and production schedules

• Completed high volume projects with tight deadlines Email Marketing Logic May 2011 – Sept. 2011

Web Designer & Email Marketing

• Designed PHP websites/media

• Created and distributed email marketing

• Worked with multiple external clients on regular basis

• Support Social media

Various Clients Sept. 2006- March 2010

Freelance Designer: Digital/Print

• Projects included print collateral, web design and production.

• Developed page layout, navigation, flash animations for web sites o AS Group – Imperian Brandy: designed brand identity, built and maintained website, designed promotion banners, brochures, print advertisements, supported social media o WP Consulting - Created corporate identity and supporting collateral marketing. o Serbian Yellow Pages – Designed ads and updated ad book o GSCMO Construction: designed brand identity and supporting collateral marketing. Education

Oakton Community College

Associates Degree in Applied Sciences Graphic/Web Design Recipient of the “President's Award”-3

Graduated with High Honors

Jan 2009- May 2012 Skokie, IL

Other Skills

I am fluent in Serbian, Bosnian, Croatian and English, both written and spoken. Portfolio

www.nenadnikolic.com

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