Christine Higgins
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
Deadline-driven Graphic Designer focused on overseeing projects from concept through final delivery. Successfully creates brand messages, strategies, and key graphic productions. Resourceful and hardworking with vendor sourcing expertise and empowering leadership skills illustrated over 20 years of industry success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer
MeraVic
10.2002 - Current
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to develop creative designs.
- Developed creative design for print and digital materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Marketing Manger
MeraVic
10.2002 - Current
- Optimized email campaigns to increase open and click-through rates.
- Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, catalogs, images and emails.
- Crafted persuasive marketing materials, including catalogs and presentations, to support sales efforts.
- Wrote and distributed press releases to increase brand visibility.
Sales Support Specialist
MeraVic
10.2002 - Current
- Prepared and presented sales reports and customer profiles to upper management.
- Supported successful trade show participation by coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and managing booth setup.
- Boosted sales performance by providing timely and efficient support to the sales team.
- Developed working knowledge of CRM to effectively track sales leads and activities.
- Facilitated a smooth onboarding experience for new hires within the sales department by conducting training sessions on company products/services information systems.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving inquiries and issues related to products, services, and orders.
- Contributed to development of software programs and tools focused on enabling sales team to communicate and operate more efficiently.
- Learned and frequently used multiple sales systems to investigate, track, and correct customers' issues.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
Software Project Manager
MeraVic
12.2002 - Current
- Streamlined tasks in effort to provide easier and more efficient workflows for peers and colleagues.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues and maintain project timelines.
- Increased team performance by regularly reviewing progress, providing constructive feedback, and setting attainable goals.
Product Buyer and Development
MeraVic
03.2017 - Current
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and make informed buying decisions.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay current on market trends, identifying new opportunities for competitive advantage.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
Website Designer
MeraVic
08.2011 - Current
- Redesigned existing websites for better usability, leading to higher user engagement and reduced bounce rates.
- Managed multiple website projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and maintaining a high level of quality workmanship.
- Designed landing pages that effectively conveyed brand messaging and promoted conversion goals, increasing lead generation potential.
- Provided front-end website development using ZenCart.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blue Springs High School
Blue Springs, MOSkills
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Project Management
- Sales Enablement
- Marketing and Advertising
- Customer Relationship Management
- Customer Order Management
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Graphic Design
- Image Editing
- Print design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Digital design
- Layout Design
Timeline
Product Buyer and Development
MeraVic
03.2017 - Current
Website Designer
MeraVic
08.2011 - Current
Software Project Manager
MeraVic
12.2002 - Current
Graphic Designer
MeraVic
10.2002 - Current
Marketing Manger
MeraVic
10.2002 - Current
Sales Support Specialist
MeraVic
10.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Blue Springs High School
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