Design Sales

BRIAN D. RUTH

**** ************ ** ****** *******, GA 30127

Ph: 770-***-**** em: *******@*****.***

www.thebcreativestudio.com

GRAPHIC/WEB DESIGNER

Encompassing over 10 years in the creative print design industry; development and market launch of high-quality print and electronic media for commercial markets, experienced in web and multimedia design, including HTML/CSS and Flash in addition to:

• Innovative Design Solutions • Corporate Identity Redesign

• Adobe CS5- Mac & PC Platform • Electronic Advertising Experience

EDUCATION

• The Art Institute Of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh, PA

Web Design Diploma 2011, GPA 3.8 • Auburn University-Auburn, AL

Bachelor of Fine Arts-Graphic Design 1998, GPA 3.5

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Design Consultant June 2000-Present

VARIOUS CLIENTELES Atlanta, GA

Creative consulting and designing for numerous small businesses, organizations, and associates

• AutoTrader.com – Created and update online media and graphics for clients of Autotrader.com

• Destiny Style Records - Created, developed, and maintained corporate identity for record company

• Auburn University - Designed artwork for anniversary t-shirts

Graphic Designer June 2007-February 2008

PURE RED CREATIVE Smyrna, GA

Creative position assisting in the design, development and production of new print and electronic media for office supply dealers

• Appointed to introduce leading-edge designs, enhance internal design and project management processes

• Revitalized dated sales material to reclaim market share

• Lead Designer credited with the development and management of monthly Flex Flyer Program, which generated profitable revenues over three years

• Lead Designer for the FSI Quarterly Advertisement Program, which increased sales

• Project Team Member responsible for development of the 2009 Select Quarterly Flyer design and layouts

• Conceptualized various ideas for PoP Banners for dealer trade shows

Graphic Designer April 2002-June 2007

S.P. RICHARDS CO. Smyrna, GA

Responsible for design conceptualization, presentation renderings, and various other print and electronic design for internal and external use

• Lead Designer for the development and production of Premier Offices Products custom covers and packaging

• Managed product package design, graphics, as well as product photo shoots

• Orchestrated design and development of corporate identity makeover for Alpha Office Products, including print material, PoP, and vehicle wrap

• Creative team member responsible for the creation and production of Annual General Line Catalog Covers

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