Results-oriented design & marketing professional. Dedicated and dependable relationship-builder with excellent organizational strengths, creative abilities and superior work ethic. Computer Proficiencies: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat), Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Windows & Mac versatility, WIX website design)
Work History
Marketing & Design Consultant
Self-employed
Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Orange County, CA (Remote)
06.1997 - Current
20+ Years (full and part-time) providing creative solutions for people and businesses
Generate business communications, presentation graphics, digital & print advertising, architectural renderings, branding & identity programs, indoor & outdoor signage, interior design conceptualization, and more
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign), WIX Website Development, Mac & PC Versatility, Google Suite, Microsoft Office
Sr. Graphic Designer
J. Rockcliff Realtors
04.2014 - 05.2015
Helped shape "white glove services" value-add program aimed at attracting and retaining top agents for 400-agent residential brokerage
Built strong working relationships with agents
Used creative strategies to distinguish agents with personalized branding
Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs
Developed original designs for print media, magazines
Ensured consistent, responsive marketing support
Owner, Operator
Canvas Art, Design & Decor
06.2011 - 07.2013
Contemporary Art & Luxury Home Decor Sales
Created unique gallery concept by adding home furnishings and decor to help potential buyers envision art in their homes
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
Managed day-to-day business operations
Drove traffic through community engagement, offering retail space for activities and events
Helped homeowners visualize art in their home with computer simulations and onsite consults
Art & Philanthropy
Self-employed
Danville, CA
11.2010 - 05.2011
Co-founded "Canvas for Causes" philanthropy project to use skills as an artist to raise funds for charities.
First project included 24-piece collection of abstract paintings used to share stories of three Ugandan women using micro-business loans to better their lives.
Helped lead committee of community members to plan art auction and musical event
Raised and donated more than $20,000 from sale of paintings
Associate Director
Alameda, Costa Medical Association
09.1989 - 03.1994
Worked directly with physician-led board and committees to find ways of improving and protecting the practice of medicine
Political action activities with state and national associations
Committee projects involving peer-review to improve patient care
Planning annual events and golf retreats for board and association members
Administrative Assistant to the Director
Santa Barbara County Medical Society
02.1987 - 08.1989
Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact
Conducted research and analyzed data to provide detailed reports on various business topics
Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings
Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects
Prepared marketing materials that would be sent out to members, which detailed new events, promotions and activities that were coming up
Internet Marketing/Inside Sales/Sales Coordinator/Customer Success Manager at A City Discount/Peachtrader LLCInternet Marketing/Inside Sales/Sales Coordinator/Customer Success Manager at A City Discount/Peachtrader LLC