Dana Hutchins
Digital Creative
Falmouth,ME
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate with over 30 years experience successfully managing small technology and creative teams to achieve multiple priorities. Very positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
XhibitNet/Image Works
07.1977 - Current
- Designed innovative digital learning experiences for museums, aquariums, research labs and corporate clients
- Developed breakthrough digital interactive science education exhibits
- Led team of designers and software developers to create integrated real world and online digital applications
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to establish timely delivery of materials and achieve mutually beneficial agreements.
- Created creative briefs and timeline to manage creative process from concept to completion.
- Formulated and monitored budgets to manage expenses and control costs.
- Mentored and trained junior designers to help enhance skills and capabilities.
- Directed video and photo shoots for digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
- Presented creative concepts to clients and implemented continual feedback to achieve client satisfaction.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to source materials and equipment needed for production.
- Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
- Conducted research and identified market trends to inform creative direction.
- Researched emerging technologies and developed effective strategies for integrating into existing platforms.
- Wrote creative briefs and coached copywriters to develop compelling content.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME05.2019
Skills
- Creative Team Leadership
- Oversee Projects
- Budget Adherence
- Creative Vision Development
- Visual Communication Expertise
- 3D Visualization
- Complex Data Visualization
Accomplishments
Achieved documented breakthrough project goals and results for digital education system design, development and delivery working for world-class research labs, including Harvard Center for Astrophysics, Gulf of Maine Research Institute and Jackson Laboratory.
References and documentation available upon request.
Timeline
Creative Director
XhibitNet/Image Works
07.1977 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Art
University of Southern Maine
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