HELEN KIM

ART SPECIALIST

:: EDUCATION :: ABOUT ME

California State University at Long

Beach: BFA- Illustration Artist / Fine Art

/ Graphic Design

Graphic Design Program

Emphasis in Illustration and Design

MicroMasters Program - Digital Product

Management

Driving Digital Innovation Through

Experimentation

Front-End Web Developer

:: PORTFOLIO

https://grafillust.myportfolio.com

www.linkedin.com/in/helenk-dsgn80/

With over 15 years of experience as a seasoned Creative Director and Project Manager, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my expertise to your dynamic team.

My career has been defined by a commitment to excellence in design, project management, and communication strategy. Throughout my journey in various fast-paced agencies, I have consistently elevated brands and projects to new heights. As a Creative Director, I have led creative teams to deliver exceptional marketing collateral while efficiently managing workloads and orchestrating multiple projects concurrently.

My proficiency extends beyond traditional print media to encompass the ever-evolving landscape of digital platforms. From television commercials to social media campaigns, trade shows to radio ads, and new website designs, I have been at the forefront of innovative marketing strategies. My knack for digital design empowers me to craft captivating visuals and user experiences that seamlessly align with brand messaging and guidelines.

Beyond design prowess, my strategic ability to cultivate and maintain a corporate brand identity guarantees consistency across all touchpoints. This consistency not only fortifies brand recognition but also fosters unwavering customer loyalty. As a Project Manager, I excel in driving projects from inception to completion, aligning stakeholders, and exceeding goals. My adept leadership, organizational finesse, and effective decision-making empower me to juggle diverse workloads and oversee multiple initiatives with ease. I take pride in my capacity to transparently communicate project progress to stakeholders and deftly navigate any challenges that arise. In my current role as a corporate communication lead, I strategically devised and executed communication plans that seamlessly dovetailed with company objectives and visions. My responsibilities encompassed crafting content for both internal and external communication channels, adeptly handling crisis communication, and nurturing relationships with pivotal stakeholders. The amalgamation of my multitasking acumen, interpersonal finesse, and adept communication skills equips me to cultivate strong rapport with clients, team members, and collaborative partners alike. I firmly believe that my multidimensional proficiency in project management, marketing, digital design, and corporate branding renders me an ideal candidate for the Creative Director and Project Manager roles. Thank you for considering my application. I am eager to further discuss how my expertise can contribute to the continued success of your company. I look forward to the opportunity of connecting with you.

Sincerely,

Helen Kim

:: PROGRAMS

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Lightroom

XD

Microsoft Wrod

Microsoft Powerpoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

HTML/CSS

Workfront Basecamp

Corporate Communication Lead

DTE Energy - DT Midstream: 4/2023–Present

Senior. Visual Designer

Capital Group: 5/2021–4/2023

• Demonstrate a high level of working knowledge of financial concepts and how to visualize them for the institutional buyer.

• Read and understand data concepts in Excel and translate them into charts and visual design without guidance.

• Demonstrate a high level of proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 (advanced), Microsoft Excel (intermediate; primarily charting), InDesign, and Illustrator.

• Applies to an understanding of business goals to designs.

• Reviews statistical information and content to determine how to visually portray data that support key concepts and enhances the reader’s understanding.

• Demonstrates the ability to organize and design clear and easy to follow presentations - Updates existing materials and presentations with new content and data - Researches and selects appropriate stock photography; retouches photos as needed - Designs and modifies icons to support content and infographics.

Creative Director (Investor Relations)

California Resources Corporation: 1/2019–5/2021

• Worked with content generators to brainstorm and execute strategies, creative ideas, development plans, expectations, and goals to ensure that deliverables achieve the desired results. Aided in PowerPoint presentations and creating infographics, icons, and technical graphic representations.

• Used in Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel to create and format charts and infographics to visually portray data and contents.

• Worked closely with Investor Relations, Finance, Treasury, Communications Public Affairs and EVPs to deliver successful concepts for projects and then execute them in a quality, timely and cost-effective manner.

• Working with other creative and IT team members to improve product quality & efficiency.

• Engaged with team resources aligned to business priorities as needed by design teams Ensured the proper application of the Company's style guides, brand standards, and design patterns across the company for internal and external distribution. Senior Graphic Artist

Metropolitan Water District: 02/18–12/18

• Developed strategies with clients on high profile, complex, and/or critical corporate assignments and projects to convey a corporate message in a graphically concise manner; reviews and adhered to associated budget and project timelines; made recommendations based on project criteria and developed advanced-level solutions to meet clients’ specialized and diverse graphic communication needs; developed production schedules and cost estimates consistent with assignment criteria.

• Developed and presented corporate-level graphic communication strategies and solutions including specialized promotional campaigns with innovative graphic displays, print, and online media elements.

• Developed concepts, created designs, and produced sample layouts and final artwork based on layout principles and aesthetic design composition for corporate partners, executives, managers, and customers.

HELEN KIM

ABOUT ME

ART SPECIALIST

:: :: PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Senior Graphic Designer/Production

Artist with more than 15 years of

experience in large and small fast-paced

agencies and have been involved led in

almost every aspect of design,

project management and visual

marketing program implementation

ranging from print media to digital

presentations.

• Involved in every aspect of design,

including print, advertising, UI/UX,

production, packaging, illustration,

creative direction, branding, and

managing design teams and production

artists.

• Designed layouts, produced images and

developed styles for print materials,

websites, social media profiles, and

corporate communications.

• Designed charts, graphs, templates, and

exhibits used in marketing materials and

PowerPoint presentations.

• Led and direct creative teams in the

production of all marketing collateral,

prioritizing workloads and coordinating

multiple ongoing projects.

• Conducted market research and led

marketing campaigns campaigns for

television commercials, trade shows,

social media and and designed the new

website for the company’s newly

launched programs and services division.

• Managed and cultivated the career

development of staff members, including

designers, art directors, copywriters,

photographers, and web developers.

:: PORTFOLIO

https://grafillust.myportfolio.com

www.linkedin.com/in/helenk-dsgn80/

HELEN KIM

ART SPECIALIST

:: PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Art/Creative Director

Fortiss LLC.: 12/12–08/16

• Created corporate branding and style guidelines that support high-end graphic designs, consistent brand image, and layouts for all channels print and digital.

• Interpreted the client's business needs and developed concepts to deliver the best quality productions. Coordinated assignments by evaluating vendor cost, budget, production timeline, and project specifications.

• Produced media kits that demonstrated key marketing analysis and high-quality designs for use in project presentation and productions.

• Responsible for communicating with team members and providing creative directions.

• Managed complex and critical corporate assignments to provide best solutions for client’s needs.

• Specialized in market/advertising, campaigns, prints and digital art, environmental design such as billboards, large-scale banners, and exhibition landscape design.

• Produced web wire-framing (UX) and designed the entire webpages. Communicated with IT Programmers to deliver the functional website to clients. Creative Director

Pagecomm Inc.: 01/09–11/12

• Managed to created a variety of product packagings.

• Developed 3D prototypes and sell sheets for marketing presentations.

• Prepared estimates of time, resources, and costs for arts-related projects and programs.

• Developed creative assets for Print ads, digital art, social media, and all marketing materials.

• Managed the production schedule and tasked calandar deadlines to various internal and external partners. Designed print advertising, brand marketing, visual design, catalogs, e-blast, e-commerce assets, PR campaigns and in-store promotional collateral. Lead Sr. Graphic Designer

VOI Telecommunication Inc.: 10/07–01/09

• Responsible for design teams in developing various projects and web designs.

• Brainstormed and developed ideas to boost the brands and collaborated with the creative team

• Produced web wire-framing (UX) and created entire web pages for corporate and e-commerce website for company. Responsible for communicating with web programmers.

• Participated in the development and administration of training programs for staff in order to build and maintain an effective workforce.

Graphic Designer (Freelance/Contractor)

UC Health Organization, Dignity Health, Patina RestaurantGroup, US Foods, Nick Jr., Disney, Sanrio, Samsung, Bloomfield Hospital, Creative Core Agency and more 2/04–03/2019

• Worked as a Freelance Graphic Designer for variety of projects Advertising, Marketing, Packaging, Web Design, Branding, Consulting.

• Responsible for communicating and organizing the conceptual design and conduct market research and intelligence to inform marketing tactics.

• Managed advertising campaign creation and execution.

• Created and implemented social media strategy to integrate with overall marketing tactics. Oversaw pricing strategies on new and existing products to ensure competitiveness and achieve profitability objectives. Managed products and produced a project tracking system.

• Consulted branding, corporate identity for new business.

• Negotiated with the outside vendors and agencies for pricing, budget, and timeline for projects.

:: SKILLS & STRENGTH

• Creative Art Direction

• Advertising / Media

• Marketing Strategies & Campaigns

• Branding / Logo Design

• Concept / Visual Design

• Packaging Design

• Digital Art / Social Media

• UI / UX

• Design Thinking

• PPT - Presentation

• Illustration / Sketch

• Page Layout / Editorial

• Project Management

• Market Research

:: PORTFOLIO

https://grafillust.myportfolio.com

www.linkedin.com/in/helenk-dsgn80/

:: PROGRAMS

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Lightroom

XD

Microsoft Wrod

Microsoft Powerpoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

HTML/CSS

Workfront Basecamp

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