Graphic Designer, Marketing, Administration
Resume:
Eleanor Schichtel
An innovative graphic designer with extensive experience in high-
pressure client services roles and complex project management ****************@*****.***
EXPERIENCE
Video Game Art Gallery
Design Manager / Director of Communications
June 2018 - March 2020 / March 2020 - Present Part Time
• Integral in transitioning gallery operations to be fully web-based in 2020.
• Established VGA Zine, a digital publication by VGA staff and contributors. Work closely with writers to source engaging content and support underrepresented new media artists.
• Write and design email communications in MailChimp.
• Strategize social media presence on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitch.
• Implement user-friendly design updates on the Squarespace website.
• Design collateral consistent with the VGA brand for each exhibition and online event, including posters, brochures, vinyl signage, web banners, and animation.
• Arranged editorial layout for the VGA Reader publication in print, digital, and open access format. The Conservation Center
Client Services Representative
February 2019 - January 2020
• Oversaw up to 75 projects at a time, liaising between conservators and clients through every step of the conservation process. Brought in an average of $50K in revenue monthly.
• Consulted with clients remotely and in person on different options for conservation and museum- grade framing services.
• Coordinated logistics for teams to safely examine, transport, and professionally install art and furniture throughout the US, often in spaces compromised by recent fire or flood.
• Meticulously catalogued large, multifaceted collections of artworks, furniture & antiques brought in for storage and conservation. Billed quarterly payments for 35+ collections in storage.
• Was recognized for writing outstanding condition reports and treatment proposals. Beast/Method/Company 3
Client Services Runner
August 2016 - April 2018
• Inventoried a secure vault of 300+ client hard drives using FileMaker Pro. Coordinated the safe, organized return delivery of all tech assets to the appropriate parties.
• Maintained an inviting workplace, providing clients with a comfortable and accommodating environment for collaboration. Catered group meals from numerous local restaurants daily.
• Apprenticed with lead motion graphics designers and visual effects artists on both indie and commercial video projects for national distribution. Gene Siskel Film Center
Marketing Intern / Box Office and Concessions Associate February 2016 - April 2016 / June 2018 - February 2019
• Researched outreach angles and created valuable community contacts to promote international films. Generated a 30% increase in revenue from the 2016 European Film Festival.
• Served coffee, espresso drinks, popcorn, snacks, beer, and wine to moviegoers during frequent rush periods, while maintaining strict attention to detail.
• Trained new employees and student workers on health and safety standards.
• Proved highly capable in leadership positions while covering for House Managers. Oversaw teams of student workers during cultural events and ensured safe handling of funds.
• Responded swiftly and calmly to customer inquiries and issues with ticketing software. Lycée Français de Chicago
Marketing Intern and Motion Graphics Artist
May 2015 - October 2015
• Designed vector-based characters, animated typography, engineered sound, cast voice actors, and wrote a technical script for an informational video.
• Researched international secondary education systems.
• Conducted student interviews and developed rapport with students, faculty, staff, and parents. PORTFOLIO
eleanorschichtel.com
EDUCATION
School of the Art
Institute of Chicago
Bachelors of Fine Art
Graduated May 2016
Concentration: New Media
SKILLS
Office Management
Excellent Verbal &
Written Communication
Front Desk Operations
Calendar Organization
POS
Time Management
Proofreading
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
GSuite
Marketing Platforms
Mailchimp
Google Analytics
SEO
Squarespace
Wordpress
Salesforce
Design Software
Adobe Photoshop
InDesign
Illustrator
After Effects
Premiere
Cinema 4D
Octane Render
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