Open To Work
David Solis
San Antonio,TX
Work Preference
Summary
Artistic Designer experienced in managing complex projects and applying color theory. Delivered high-quality results through exceptional time management, organizational skills, and communication abilities. Thrived in fast-paced environments while adapting to last-minute changes and consistently meeting deadlines.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Ad Designer
Lord & Taylor, Flagship
New York, New York
06.1978 - 06.1979
- Designed visual displays to enhance customer engagement and brand image.
- Worked with the Art Director to develop seasonal promotional materials.
- Created advertising for newspaper campaigns.
Assistant Art Director
Gimbles Department Store
New York, New York
07.1979 - 05.1982
- Supported the Art Director in overseeing project timelines and deadlines effectively.
- Trained junior designers on best practices in visual merchandising techniques and tools.
- Attended meetings with buyers to discuss project objectives and timelines.
Director of Creative Services
Allied Stores Marketing Devision
New York, New York
06.1982 - 05.1986
- Developed creative marketing strategies for product promotions across multiple channels.
- Managed design projects from concept to completion with cross-functional teams.
- Hired photographers and models and scheduled photo shoots for all our direct mail catalogs.
Special Assistant to the Chairman
Masterson Gurr Johns llc, Appraisals
New York, New York
06.1995 - 01.1998
- Coordinated schedules and meetings for the Chairman.
- Accompanied the Chairman on his appointments to take notes and photograph items of interest.
- Typed the finished appraisal and sent it to the client.
Office Manager
Charlton M Theus & Associates llc
New York, New York
02.1998 - 06.2002
- Managed daily office operations and ensured efficient service and delivery of typed appraisals.
- Scheduled and organized appointments between appraisers and clients to facilitate timely appraisals.
- Assisted Mr. Theus in fieldwork by taking notes and photographing items for estate appraisals, enhancing accuracy and documentation.
- Coordinated sales of estates and items with auction houses to maximize value and streamline processes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Houston
Houston, TX 08.1971 - 05.1974
Skills
- Visual design
- Art direction
- Advertising planning
- Layout design
- Print production
- Project management
- Vendor relationships
- Presentation delivery
- Painting
Accomplishments
- While at the New York Studio School of Drawing, Painting and Sculpture, 1987 - 1991, I was awarded several scholarships. Among them, the Warhol Scholarship for Excellence in Painting, the Revson Scholarship and Stipend for Painting, and several others all won in competition with other students at the school.
Timeline
Office Manager
Charlton M Theus & Associates llc
02.1998 - 06.2002
Special Assistant to the Chairman
Masterson Gurr Johns llc, Appraisals
06.1995 - 01.1998
Director of Creative Services
Allied Stores Marketing Devision
06.1982 - 05.1986
Assistant Art Director
Gimbles Department Store
07.1979 - 05.1982
Freelance Ad Designer
Lord & Taylor, Flagship
06.1978 - 06.1979
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Houston
08.1971 - 05.1974