Professional Certification:
Currently a Design Manager with over 15 years of experience in Packaging, Print, Web and Signage.
Professional Resume:
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
• Consumer packaging design, POP displays, catalog and brochures, direct mail campaigns and web site design
• Photo imaging, retouching and digital manipulation/enhancement
• Video editing using Final Cut Pro
• Large Format Printing
• Managing team projects
PROGRAM EXPERIENCE
• Expert in Adobe CS3, Quark XPress, Microsoft Office
• Understanding of HTML, CSS, Flash and Dreamweaver
• Mac genius and PC fluent
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AERO PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL Schaumburg, IL
Design Manager April 2007 - Present
• Responsible for $500K packaging budget which includes its creation, management and presentation to executives
• Design and manage multiple marketing projects and materials including: product packaging, sell sheets, point of
purchase materials, sales meetings presentation materials, video editing, e-commerce website and Flash animation
• Supervise and manage workflow of Production Artists, Graphic Designers and national and international vendors
• Coordinate and approve different stages of production including concepts, proofing and press checks
• Art direct photo shoots including talent and vendor selection
• Collaborate and manage partner relationships with agencies to develop and implement strategic brand strategies that
include media campaigns and non-traditional marketing initiatives
• Sit as a satellite team member on Product Development teams in support of packaging design and other
graphics issues
• Update team members of project progress through effective written and verbal communications
• Organize and maintain systematic archiving of project files for efficient future retrieval
FIBRE-CRAFT Niles, IL
Graphic Design Manager May 2006 – April 2007
• Produced “on trend” graphic designs that helped support and further product distribution
• Collaborated with Product Development to provide creative input and develop design strategies and solutions
• Managed the coordination, design and production of graphic assignments while adhering to production schedules
• Ensured efficient and quality product photography;
o Scheduled and managed photo shoots for product and package designs
o Provided photographic art direction
o Researched and utilized new digital photography techniques
SIGHT CREATIVE Saint Paul, MN
Business Development/Graphic Designer July 2005 – April 2006
• Managed the transition of Minneapolis Sign Company as a new business segment under Sight Creative
• Worked with new and existing clients on marketing solutions to grow their business; which includes print ads, web
presence, interactive displays, signage, and brand strategy
• Grew current customer base through specific marketing strategies
• Trained existing personnel on previous business needs, programs and equipment
MINNEAPOLIS SIGN COMPANY Minneapolis, MN
Owner September 1995 – July 2005
• Graphic designer of print, design, web and signage projects
• Worked with printing services, from concept through press checks, to ensure accurate job completion
• Managed an effective team to meet and consistently exceed client deadlines and expectations
• Responsible for creative direction, production and project scheduling
• Negotiated efficient pricing with qualified vendors
• Prospected, qualified and obtained new clients through unique marketing strategies
• Coordinated and supervised various complex sub-contracted installation projects
• Negotiated the acquisition of Minneapolis Sign Company to Sight Creative
EDUCATION
BROWN INSTITUTE Minneapolis, MN
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Advertising June 1993
Company Description:
Available for freelance design:
• Web Design
• Brochures/Sell Sheets
• Signage
• Packaging
• POP Displays
• Direct Mail Campaigns
• Non-Traditional/Viral Marketing
• Brand Guideline
• Logo Design
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