Ann Halligan
Summary
Ingenious Embroidery Designer & Digitizer with passion for creating aesthetically pleasing and functional designs. Creative problem solver strives to develop innovative solutions to design challenges. Solid understanding of design principles and great eye for detail.
Reliable team member with strong communication skills and ability to adjust work for various environments. Handles modifications, requests and feedback from colleagues, clients and vendors in efficient manner, understanding needs of all parties involved. Flexible in adapting work style to fit different projects and juggling multiple assignments within tight deadlines.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Embroidery Designer & Digitizer
Taoknitter Arts
01.2002 - Current
- Assisted in development of new materials for design projects.
- Worked successfully with both national and international clients.
- Wrote and updated detailed technical documentation for embroidery files used on clothing, performance gear, corporation materials.
- Managed program errors with analytical approach focused on troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving each problem.
- Developed prototypes for testing and presentation purposes.
- Identified design requirements for each project.
- Utilized various software programs, creating 3D models of design concepts.
- Implemented and maintained software solutions according to customer requirements.
- Collaborated with clients to address brand imaging and marketing style.
- Applied skill in color theory and composition to bring client visions to fruition.
- Maintained consistent use of graphic imagery in materials and other marketing outreach.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive library of design assets for easy access and reuse.
- Conducted user research to identify customer needs and preferences for customer-centric designs.
- Prepared detailed reports on design progress and performance.
- Analyzed feedback from customers and staff to refine design concepts.
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
- Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
- Provided guidance and advice to junior design team members on design-related matters.
- Researched new design technology and tools to bolster professional skillset and drive quality deliverables.
Math Tutor
Americorps/ Math Corps
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Fostered and maintained strong and trusting rapport with students to promote positive learning experiences
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Encouraged students to explore new study and calculation methods to promote accountability and accommodation of individual needs.
- Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn.
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
- Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback on performance reports to assist with goal-setting.
- Tutored 35 students per week in private sessions using detailed lesson plans.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
University Professor
American University
08.1993 - 07.2001
- Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
University Professor
University Of Memphis
08.1986 - 06.1993
- Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
Education
Master of Arts - Movement Science And Notation
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OHBachelor of Arts - History And Performance
University of California
Riverside, CASkills
- Master Embroidery Digitizer
- Project Coordination
- Trend Research
- Digital Imagery
- Visual Design
- Production Coordination
- Color Composition
- Digital Design
- Logo Design
- Image Editing
- Mockups and Prototypes
- Web Design
- Defining Requirements
- Production Layouts
- Image Manipulation
- Deadline Adherence
- Social Media Platforms
- Client Requirements
- Fine Arts Training
- Layout Markup and Assembly
- Layout Standards
- Creative Solutions
- Technical Design
- Dependable and Cooperative
- Blog Posts
- Art Consultation
Timeline
Math Tutor
Americorps/ Math Corps
08.2021 - 06.2022
Embroidery Designer & Digitizer
Taoknitter Arts
01.2002 - Current
University Professor
American University
08.1993 - 07.2001
University Professor
University Of Memphis
08.1986 - 06.1993
Master of Arts - Movement Science And Notation
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts - History And Performance
University of California
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