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Darleane Leonard
Ravenden,Arkansas
Summary
Creative and innovative graphic designer with 20+ years of experience in developing unique and custom artwork. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing individual projects and brand development. Strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Installer/Graphic Designer
Dee's Sign Design
03.2008 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- I met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER, K-12
OASIS OUTSOURCING ADMIN II, LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules
- Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and after-school programs
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Lowe's Home Centers, LLC
01.1999 - 10.2012
- Lead and manage a team of 15 employees in the Department, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time
- Developed strategies to improve customer service and increase sales by 10% within 6 months
- Coached and trained new staff members, providing guidance on department policies and procedures
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace
- Conducted regular performance reviews to monitor progress of individual employees
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Education
Certificate of Proficiency - Teaching
Arkansas State University - Newport
Newport, AR05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Digital Technology and Design
Arkansas State University
State University, ARHigh School Diploma - undefined
White Oak High School
Jacksonville, NC06.1991
Skills
- Image retouching
- Artistic collaboration
- Adobe creative suite
- Layout design
- Presentation design
- Social media graphics
- Design Execution
- HTML
- Print design
- Visual communication
- Typography
Certification
Certificate of Proficiency Teaching
Software
Timeline
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER, K-12
OASIS OUTSOURCING ADMIN II, LLC
01.2022 - Current
Owner/Installer/Graphic Designer
Dee's Sign Design
03.2008 - Current
DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Lowe's Home Centers, LLC
01.1999 - 10.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
White Oak High School
Certificate of Proficiency Teaching
Certificate of Proficiency - Teaching
Arkansas State University - Newport
Bachelor of Science - Digital Technology and Design
Arkansas State University
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