Dedicated Industrial Arts professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Lundberg Industrial Arts
Columbus, Ohio
04.2010 - Current
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness and recruit sales agents.
Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.
Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
Learned and remained updated on statutory requirements and regulations.
Provided outstanding coaching to employees to boost productivity.
Associate Creative Director
SBC
Columbus, OH
02.2007 - 06.2009
Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
Managed campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and creative visions.
Collaborated with outside agencies to manage project progress and milestones.
Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated into actionable project plans.
Established procedures and quality standards for department.
Sr. Art Director
Ryan Partnership
Columbus, Ohio
03.2005 - 03.2007
Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Presented concepts, copy and art during internal and client reviews.
Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
Brand Director
GSW Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
03.2002 - 01.2005
Concept and design of multi-level campaigns.
Includes corporate collateral, image brand and ad campaigns
Interactive design and exhibit design.
Art Director
Young Isaac Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
04.2000 - 01.2002
Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Collaborated with art director to implement artistic vision.
Presented concepts, copy and art during internal and client reviews.
Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive products.
Education
Associate of Arts - Art Education
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2000
Skills
Complex Problem-Solving
Sales Growth
Approachable and Outgoing
Website Creation
Innovative and Visionary
Project Oversight
Accomplishments
Achieved community respect by completing local art projects and sculptures with accuracy and efficiency.
Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Franklinton Slingshot project most recent.