Karen S. Windsor-Worrel

602-***-****, adbi4p@r.postjobfree.com

www.kwwdesignllc.com

Objective

A motivated Graphic Designer Art Director/Creative Services Manager with extensive experience in the graphic design and printing industry seeks freelance project work or part-time work.

Skills/Values

Thorough knowledge of creative and technical aspects of graphic design, prepress and printing.

Ability to discuss client objectives, make recommendations and be a team leader to meet objectives.

Innovative and creative design abilities.

Experience scheduling, coordinating and art directing photo shoots.

Coordinate print vendors, request printing quotes and negotiate.

Press checks & quality control.

Ability to effectively schedule, manage and prioritize multiple tasks.

Proactive self-starter with excellent organizational skills.

Productive, profitable and hard working.

Quick learner of new responsibilities and technologies.

Employment/Experience

KWW Design LLC, Creative Director, General Manager 2006-Current

Design and produce all things graphic design, print production, package design and production, illustration and more. View my portfolio at www.KWWDesignLLC.com

Partial Client List: Accenture, Teva Sport Sandals, Four Peaks Brewing Company, Laura’s Gourmet Granola, Carpenter Hazelwood.

Arizona State University, Graphic Design Sr. 2006-2011

Design and Produce marketing materials for ASU Alumni, including design and production of ASU Magazine.

Midnight Design Group, Art Director/Graphic Designer, General Manager 1994-6/2006

Manage projects for large corporate accounts and small businesses from concept to completion. Interface directly with clients, establish needs and budgets, quote projects, and coordinate vendors. Design and produce all types of printed materials needed for any size job from small design needs to large format graphics for trade show booths and product catalogs. Coordinate and attend press checks. Art direct photo shoots. Supervise and direct other graphic and production artists to accurately create and accomplish the specific goals for each client on time and on budget. Played a leading and integral role as part of the management and creative team.

Partial Client List: Accenture, Teva Sport Sandals, Four Peaks Brewing Company, Tucson Old Pueblo Credit Union

EFM Group, Graphic Designer, 1991-1994

Design projects from concept to completion. Attend press checks and photo shoots. Coordinate vendors.

Arthur Andersen, Senior Graphic Designer, 1990-1991

Design and produce proposals and presentations for executives. Coordinate vendors. Design and produce event materials. Direct other in-house graphic and production artists.

Arizona Heart Institute, Production Artist/Graphic Designer, 1989-1990

Design and produce newsletters, promotional pieces, and slides for presentations.

Studio 18, Production Artist/Graphic Designer, 1987-1989

Production artist for many different kinds of projects from small jobs to production art for America West Inflight Magazine with design responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts/Visual Communications in Graphic Design, Northern Arizona University, 1987

Technical Expertise

Proficient and extensive knowledge in MAC OS platform. Adobe Creative Suite. Extensive knowledge in the offset printing process.

Portfolio available at www.kwwdesignllc.com

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