Graphic Designer Art Director

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a rewarding and challenging position where I can effectively utilize my graphic design experience, organizational skills, expertise in project management, and human relations skills. QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Hardworking, dedicated self-starter. Highly motivated to succeed in any position. Experienced professional with planning and organizational skills that balance work, team support and ad-hoc responsibilities in a timely and professional manner.

EXPERIENCE

Art Director/Creative Director

Award-winning graphic designer accustomed to managing numerous projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

Coordinated marketing projects. Met with clients to arrive at solutions to meet their marketing needs. Located and evaluated freelance talent, determined schedules and workloads, coordinated all facets of projects within the parameters of deadlines and budgets. Passed artwork to web designers, printers, or sign companies as necessary. Responsible for the final product.

Recruited, interviewed and selected applicants. Trained new hires. Located and evaluated vendors of equipment and supplies. Purchased materials and services as needed. Researched alternative processes and methods to meet the needs of specific projects and clients. Responsible for implementing computer networks, including hardware and software installations and maintenance. Purchased hardware and software as needed. Researched new techniques and technologies, including software with Quark Express, Photoshop, Indesign, and others. Communicated with clients, subordinates, co-workers, and suppliers to synchronize project details. Accustomed to working online with clients from all over the world. Worked with clients in India, Japan, China, Germany, South America, etc. Coordinated meetings among global clients and vendors in different time zones on a daily basis. STEVE CUL VER

11073 N Center Rd, Clio, MI 48420 810-***-**** ********@**.*** sculver6.myportfolio.com/work Custom Cabinetmaker and Cabinet Finisher

Built, fabricated, finished, and installed custom cabinetry for residential and commercial use. HOBBIES

Old Home Restoration: Capable of carpentry and cabinet work, masonry, electrical work, plumbing, foundation work, cement work, heating and cooling, and roofing. Familiar with the use of many materials including chemical compounds, paints, and adhesives. Familiar with power equipment. Antique car restoration: Mechanical work, engine teardown and rebuild, welding, de-rusting, body work, and painting.

Antique restoration: bicycles, motorcycles, juke boxes, tractors, furniture, many vintage items. Bicycling

Farming

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Megan Wendling Associates, January 2008 to present, Art Director/Creative Director Woodcraft Kitchens, June 2002 to December 2007, Constructed and finished custom cabinets Various freelance graphic design work, May 2002 to December 2007 AMPM, Inc., March 1995 to June 2002, Art Director

EDUCATION

Honor graduate of Michigan State University with a B.F.A. in graphic design. Also an emphasis in photography.