Gerrard Perkins
Conyers,GA
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self Employed
Albany, GA-Bennettsville SC
10.2014 - Current
- Created visually appealing designs for various digital platforms and print media.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to develop graphics, layouts, and branding materials.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring adherence to deadlines and client specifications.
CDL A OTR Driver
Stevens Transport
Dallas, TX
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated commercial vehicles safely over long distances, adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed delivery schedules efficiently, coordinating with dispatch for optimal routing.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and mileage in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery status and any potential delays.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new routes and adjusting to changing weather conditions.
- Utilized GPS technology to navigate unfamiliar areas and optimize travel time.
- Collaborated with team members to share best practices for safe driving and vehicle maintenance.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
Merchandiser/Reset/Pre-sales
PepsiCo
Florence, SC
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Analyzed product placement effectiveness to optimize shelf visibility and increase sales potential.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute promotional displays and seasonal merchandising strategies.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment to meet customer demand and minimize stockouts.
- Trained new team members on merchandising best practices and company standards for product presentation.
- Conducted competitive analysis to inform pricing strategies and improve market positioning of products.
- Implemented visual merchandising guidelines, enhancing overall store aesthetics and driving customer engagement.
- Developed relationships with store management to ensure alignment on merchandising objectives and execution timelines.
- Evaluated sales data to identify trends, informing adjustments in product assortments and inventory management strategies.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
- Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
- Maximized floor space utilization by rearranging fixtures according to changing business needs and customer traffic patterns.
- Reduced out-of-stock instances by conducting regular audits, adjusting inventory counts, and communicating discrepancies to management.
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
Graphic Designer
Palmetto Goodwill
Charleston, SC
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Designed marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite to enhance brand visibility.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive visual strategies for campaigns.
- Created and maintained design templates for consistent branding across all platforms.
- Conducted user research to inform design decisions and improve user experience.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines and client requirements.
- Led redesign initiatives that increased user engagement and improved overall aesthetic appeal.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Analyzed market trends to drive innovative design solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
- Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
Educational Sales Representative
Portman's Music
Albany GA
07.2010 - 10.2014
- Designed marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite to enhance brand visibility.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive visual strategies for campaigns.
- Created and maintained design templates for consistent branding across all platforms.
- Conducted user research to inform design decisions and improve user experience.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines and client requirements.
- Led redesign initiatives that increased user engagement and improved overall aesthetic appeal.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Analyzed market trends to drive innovative design solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
- Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL06.2020
Timeline
CDL A OTR Driver
Stevens Transport
11.2025 - 02.2026
Merchandiser/Reset/Pre-sales
PepsiCo
03.2024 - 08.2025
Graphic Designer
Palmetto Goodwill
07.2022 - 10.2023
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self Employed
10.2014 - Current
Educational Sales Representative
Portman's Music
07.2010 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
Skills
Safe driving practices
Weather condition awareness
Logbook maintenance
Equipment maintenance know-how
Accident prevention techniques
Fuel efficiency strategies
Vehicle inspection proficiency
GPS navigation mastery
Physical stamina and strength
Emergency response preparedness
Professionalism and punctuality
Defensive driving
Regulatory compliance
Stress management capacity
Route planning expertise
Load securement
Route planning