Social Media Graphic Designer
Resume:
Darren Mazzu
Keller, TX *****, U.S.
*************@*****.***
http://dribbble.com/Darrenmazzu
PROFILE
Creative, and multitalented Designer/Illustrator with extensive experience in branding, print design, social media design, and web design. Expert in managing and coordinating design projects from concept through completion. A team player known for delivering high-quality work on time and within budget. A consistent track record of delivering impactful visual solutions across various platforms. Highly skilled in client and vendor relations and negotiations. Talented at building and maintaining “win-win” partnerships. Inventive creator of innovative marketing campaigns. PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Experienced in managing social media advertising campaigns and content creation.
• Skilled in branding and print design, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality materials that align with client objectives and brand identity.
• Knowledgeable in web design principles, capable of crafting visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces for websites and digital platforms.
• Team player with a track record of collaborating with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to deliver superior design solutions on time and within budget.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Mazzu Design
Houston, TX
Founder
2005 – Present
• Led a creative and collaborative team that consistently produced high-quality work, meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, vendors, as well as PR and advertising agencies, ensuring seamless communication and project coordination.
• Successfully managed creative projects from conception to completion.
• Worked closely with the client to understand their communication needs and effectively convey complex messages to various stakeholders.
• Developed captivating advertisements and engaging websites that effectively communicated message to target audiences.
• Contributed to successful communication projects for major projects, funding initiatives, equipment launches, and stakeholder updates.
• Orchestrated comprehensive design initiatives, guiding projects spanning logo creation, website design, brochures, annual reports, tradeshow displays and more.
• Directed cross-functional teams to ensure flawless project execution, adhering to client specifications and deadlines.
• Provided strategic counsel to clients, delivering insights and innovative solutions to enhance brand identity and market positioning.
• Stayed at the forefront of industry trends and technologies, continuously refining skills to deliver top-tier design solutions.
Partial Clients List: Core Laboratories, Precision Drilling Corp., Auspex Systems, BJ Services, Net Brains, and Gulf Coast Authority.
Andell, Inc.
Houston, TX
Lead Designer
1995 – 2005
• Managed concept development to final production, printing, and marketing materials for various projects including logo development, website design, brochures, flyers, Tradeshow graphics and displays and annual reports.
• Executed branding initiatives, developing logos, visual identity systems, and brand guidelines that resonated with target audiences.
• Worked closely with production teams to ensure that designs are executed accurately and efficiently.
• Presented design concepts and ideas to clients and incorporated feedback into final designs.
• Teamed up with the development team to design and maintain visually appealing websites and implement design elements to enhance user experience.
• Collaborated with the digital team to manage social media advertising campaigns and create engaging social media content to drive user engagement and increase brand visibility. Partial Clients List: Halliburton, BJ Services, Reed-Hycalog, Schlumberger, Swift Energy, and FMC. EDUCATION
Associate degree in Visual Communications
Art Institute of Houston, Houston, TX
1992
CORE COMPETENCIES
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• Creative and Strategic Thinking
• Advertising and Marketing
• Project Management and Collaboration
• Collateral Development
• Content Creation
• Social Media Advertising and Design
• Brand Development
• Visual Storytelling
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TECHNICAL SKILLS
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• Adobe Creative Suite
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Acrobat
REFERENCES
Todd Frank
Director, Marketing & Communications, South Central Region Burns & McDonnell
https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddcfrank
Joseph Tischner
CEO, Cryocarbon Corp GTM Executive Global Growth Strategist https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-tischner-23717612 Eric Theriot
Principal, Theriot Creative
https://www.linkedin.com/in/erictheriot
Kevin Brady
President
Highway 9 Consulting
linkedin.com/in/kevinbradymarketing
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