BRITTANY SIMPKINS
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Adaptable and resourceful Graphic Designer focused on overseeing projects from concept through final delivery. Specialized knowledge in Branding, print production, web design and color theory. Great attention to detail necessary to produce high quality results with the ability to adjust priorities. Clear communicator and collaborative team player with empowering leadership skills. Fluent in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Indesign.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer II
Sokal Media Group
Raleigh, NC
03.2022 - Current
- Conceptualize and design print/web layouts, templates and unique branded looks for large list of automotive clients.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- Earned 3 GDUSA Graphic design awards for web design and won design team E-blast challenge.
- Designed new creative analysis deck used to determine creative for dealerships.
- Participate on Approvals Team to approve and proof-read accuracy of completed queue jobs.
Marketing Liaison
NCDOT, Civil Rights
Raleigh, NC
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Oversaw preparation of brand/marketing copy, images, videos, emails and other collateral.
- Developed marketing plan based on department targets, product specifications, and budget factors.
- Conducted outreach to 200+ municipality liaisons to conduct surveys and collect data
- Built and strengthened strategic relationships with superiors, contractors, and vendors.
- Developed insights on marketing campaigns to assess performance against goals
Senior Graphic Designer
SaveMor Digital Printing
Brooklyn, NY
07.2011 - 03.2018
- Increased growth by 8% in one year introducing new products.
- Multi-task and prioritize 25-30 jobs daily while managing time efficiently.
- Preflight and Troubleshoot complex files with trapping, Pantones, and mixed media.
- Develop and maintain imaging and prepress workflow procedures
- Consulted with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and manage project milestones.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Communications, Minor in Psychology
Bernard M. Baruch College (CUNY)
New York, NY2006
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Brand Identity
- Print And Digital Media
- Project Management
- Implement Solutions
- Design Concepts
- Originality and Creativity
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
Portfolio
https://www.brittanysimpkins.com/
Timeline
Graphic Designer II
Sokal Media Group
03.2022 - Current
Marketing Liaison
NCDOT, Civil Rights
04.2018 - 02.2019
Senior Graphic Designer
SaveMor Digital Printing
07.2011 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Communications, Minor in Psychology
Bernard M. Baruch College (CUNY)