Creative and versatile Graphic and Web Designer able to identify and meet needs of internal and external clients. Applies 7 years of graphic and web design experience and knowledge of art and art history to identify and implement successful solutions. Employs effective communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, follow corporate directives, and meet creative needs of clients.

Proficient in use of Macintosh and PC operating systems, QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, Word, and PowerPoint.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc.; Bryn Mawr, PA (2006-present)

Marketing Specialist Responsible for designing, creating, and delivering marketing materials to support the growth and expansion of company services. Created graphic solutions for collateral material, including brochures, postcards, posters, e-newsletters and flyers. Designed and implemented full update of company website. Met with senior staff to review and present design projects. Revised and maintained ad campaigns. Developed and submitted renovation award packages. Coordinated with clients to schedule and photograph completed renovations. Setup and maintained Twitter, Facebook and multiple blog sites.

Freeman Design; Berwyn, PA (2004-06)

Graphic Designer Responsible for delivering design ideas and concepts as well as execution of design projects. Created graphic solutions for collateral material, including annual reports, posters, newsletters and flyers. Met with clients to review and present design projects. Responsible for revision and maintenance of on-going ad campaigns. Organized and maintained archives of completed projects.

Clients Villanova University College of Commerce & Finance, Immaculata University, Lankenau Hospital, Holy Family University, Presbyterian Children’s Village, Friend’s Hospital, The American College

Hechts Department Store; Raleigh, NC (2002-03)

Visual Assistant Created high-impact visual displays that required collaboration with store and department managers. Inspected all departments to ensure compliance with corporate directives and standards. Installed and updated sales, promotional, and vendor graphics. Cooperated with clothing representatives to emphasize brand image. Mentored and trained part-time staff in informal settings.

Salem College; Winston-Salem, NC (1998-2002)

Assistant, Office of Publications (2000-2002) Participated in design solutions for entire college, including alumni magazines, newsletters, and collateral materials mailed to prospective students. Integral team member in conceptualization and design of special projects.

Studio Assistant, Art Department (1998-2000) Assisted with installation of exhibits, working with departmental advisor and artists. Completed special projects, facilitating artists’ creative use of gallery space and providing support for gallery receptions.

West & Vaughan Advertising Agency; Durham, NC (2001)

Intern Designer Developed ideas, drawings, and layouts while expanding knowledge of advertising industry. Observed designers’ creative process, from concept to design, in fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION

Salem College, Winston-Salem, NC B.A., Studio Art (2002) with concentrations in Graphic Design and Printmaking. Minor in Art History. Significant coursework in Oil Painting.

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