Graphic Designer Art Director

DISNEY HYPERION BOOKS ·

Contract Senior Designer

September 2024

• Creating layouts and designs for original

hardcover books and converting hardcover novels

to paperback.

• Presenting designs to art directors and editors

for review and feedback.

Maintains and strictly adheres to production

schedules. Works collaboratively with all

members of the team.

• Creating innovative book design, application of

typography, layout, color.

AMOUR VERT

Contract Digital Designer

April 2024

• Designed and produced all stages of graphic

content for Instagram and web, including new

collections and trends, ensuring consistency

with brand identity.

• Developed and executed creative strategies in

collaboration with the marketing team, keeping

up-to-date with the latest design trends

and technologies.

CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES

Contract Senior Designer

July 2023 to February 2024

• Designed comprehensive educational

materials, including covers and interiors for

early language student books (ELA K-5),

adhering to tight deadlines.

• Collaborated with editorial and production

teams, providing clear communication throughout

the design and prototype development process.

CALLISTO MEDIA

Art Director

December 2021 to October 2022

• Art directed and designed book jackets and

interiors for chapter books and middle grade titles, creating engaging and visually compelling designs.

• Collaborated effectively with Editorial,

Production, Pre press, and Managing Editorial

teams to ensure cohesive design and

production processes.

• Designed 25-30 books annually, overseeing the

entire design process from concept to final

production.

• Worked closely with illustrators and agents to

commission artwork for standalone titles and series, ensuring high-quality and consistent visual content.

• Assisted the Executive Art Director in mentoring and supporting junior team members,

providing guidance and feedback to foster t

heir professional development.

CHEFMAN

Senior Designer

March 2020 to October 2021

• Conceptualized and designed packaging, digital

assets, and print collateral for various products, including e-commerce and promotional materials.

• Keen eye for design, including color, form, and

typography to enhance reader engagement along

with collaborative spirit, ready to give and receive feedback for continuous improvement.

THE NEW PIONEER MAGAZINE

Contract Art Director

February 2020 to August 2021

• Designed and produced all pages magazine,

including the design and layout of covers, lifestyle features, and technical articles.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects

simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines are met.

Experience coordinating with editorial and advertising teams to ensure cohesive and timely publication.

• Collaborated with printers to create and submit

print-ready files, pre-flighting, imposition, and ad placement for timely issue production.

RANGEFINDER MAGAZINE / WPPI SHOW

Art Director

August 2019 to January 2020

• Directed the visual design for a B2B magazine

and associated trade show, overseeing all design

aspects from layout to final production.

• Developed social media assets in collaboration

with editors and marketing, maintaining brand

consistency across platforms.

• Directed photo shoots and coordinated

with photographers.

INLOVE MAGAZINE

Contract Art Director

July 2018 to June 2019

• Led the design of luxury market features,

including covers and lifestyle content, utilizing

advanced skills in Creative Suite.

• Managed the development of digital marketing

collateral for various channels, ensuring alignment with brand identity and UX/UI standards.

• Oversaw project budgets, ensuring expenses were

managed within established limits and keeping the

manager informed of financial updates.

ESSENCE MAGAZINE

Contract Art Director

September 2018 to December 2018

• Designed layouts for beauty, entertainment,

and lifestyle features, collaborating with

editorial to create visually engaging content.

• Assisted with marketing materials.

BAUER PUBLISHING

Contract Art Director

July 2018

• Designed and executed covers and interior

layouts for JFK Magazine, a national

newsstand publication.

LVH GLOBAL

Contract Art Director

• Managed the design and production of

catalogs, brochures, and digital marketing

materials, ensuring high-quality standards

and timely delivery.

HAMPTON'S MAGAZINE

Contract Art Director

May 2017 to August 2017

• Designed and produced layouts for monthly and

weekly publications, coordinating with editorial

and photo teams to meet tight deadlines.

lisa

realmuto

walsh

about me » editorial,

books marketing, digital,

packaging designer

extraordinaire. My

excitement and

determination shine the

brightest while

working on projects

large or small. » working

closely with stylists,

photographers and

editors. » this my niche

and my passion.

art director

connect

PHONE » 917-***-****

EMAIL » ****.********@*****.***

portfolio lisarealmuto.myportfolio.com

education School of Visual Arts/ BFA

skills Adobe Creative Suite. InDesign,

Photoshop and Illustrator, Figma,

Word Excel

honors Award winning member of

Society of Publication Designers Ozzie

& Folio Award s 2019

publications Bauer: Special Interest

Connecticut Cottages & Gardens

Hampton's

Redken

Essence

Footwear New

Goldman Sachs

Travel Agent

The New Pioneer

La Cucina Italiana

InLove

Popular Science

Weight Watchers

Women Wear Daily Women's Day

Wine Spectator

Tupperware

Hearst Bookazines

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