CAD Drafter/Designer/Production Manager/ Graphic Designer

Patrick Hobbs

+1-219-***-**** *********@*****.*** Valparaiso, IN 46383

WORK EXPERIENCE

CAD Drafter Designer, Soil Solutions Inc

August 2019 - June 2025

• Produced detailed technical drawings that accurately represented complex design specifications.

• Work with local health departments to get permits approved for build.

• Communicated with clients and installers details of the designs. Production Manager, American Direct Sales

February 2016 - February 2018

• Streamlined workflow processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround times.

• Managed print floor.

• Maintain equipment and supplies

• Managed shipping of production elements

Freelance Graphic Designer, Self Employed

May 1992 - November 2017

• Designed innovative web layouts that enhanced user experience and visual appeal.

• Created distinctive logos that effectively communicated brand identity and values.

• Produced eye-catching print materials that reinforced marketing initiatives and engaged target audiences.

• Developed cohesive brand identity designs that established a strong and recognizable presence in the market.

• Illustrated captivating digital graphics that supported various promotional campaigns and storytelling efforts.

• Art direction of projects

Digital Designer, Chicago Shakespeare Theater

August 2017 - October 2017

• Created innovative visual concepts that effectively communicated brand messages and enhanced audience engagement.

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to brainstorm ideas and streamline project workflows for optimal results.

• Produced engaging multimedia content that aligned with marketing strategies and captivated target audiences.

• Short term contractor role

Web Developer, Yesmail

January 2015 - April 2016

• Implemented responsive design principles to enhance user experience across various devices and screen sizes.

• Maintained version control systems to track changes and ensure collaboration efficiency during the development process. Computer Graphic Designer, MyPoints

February 2000 - April 2014

• Created visually compelling designs that effectively communicated brand messages and engaged target audiences.

• Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to produce high-quality graphics and layouts for various marketing materials.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of design projects from concept to completion.

• Developed cohesive branding strategies that enhanced brand identity and market presence.

• Started as Junior Designer - promoted to Senior Designer EDUCATION

Ivy Tech Community College-Valparaiso

2017-2019

Associate of Technology, Architecture

• Took on skills utilizing AutoCad, Solidworks, and Revit.

• Solidworks for 3-D modeling

• Revit for architectural planning and building management

• AutoCAD for architecture and techinical drawing

Argosy University

2002-2005

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing

• Learning communication skills to apply to the graphic design world.

• Communicate with sales and marketing individuals to facilitate combination of what they need with the design process. Illinois Institute of Art

1992-1995

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Graphic Design

• Adapting art skills to function as ways to support a product.

• Connection of words to art.

• Creating media in different forms to get a goal accomplished. SKILLS

Architectural Drafting, Computer Aided Design, Digital Marketing, Digital Printing, Graphic Design, Mechanical Drafting, Metal Cutting, Project Management, Screen Printing CERTIFICATION AND LICENSES

Presby Septic Design Certificate

Waste Water Installer Certificate A,B,C

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