Gerrit Blok
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic Sr. Designer with a proven track record at High Impact Sign & Design, excelling in visual storytelling and project management. Expert in Adobe Creative Suite, I led impactful presentations that secured high-value contracts, while fostering collaboration and enhancing client satisfaction through tailored design solutions.
I have been in the Sign business for many years and I am very creative and outgoing willing to learn new things and be a team player.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Designer
High Impact Sign & Design
01.2018 - Current
- Created engaging presentations showcasing design work for client pitches, winning numerous high-value contracts for the company.
- Designed visually appealing sign design materials that resulted in increased brand recognition.
- Took and edited photographs to use in digital publications, websites and social media. Photoshop, Corel Draw, InDesign.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
- Incorporated design changes based on feedback from project teams.
- Established clear lines of communication between designers and other departments such as engineering or marketing.
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to sales or to client.
Sr Design Manager
Vision Signs & Graphics
05.2013 - 08.2018
- Led a successful design team, fostering collaboration and driving projects to completion on time.
- Delivered impactful presentations showcasing design concepts to clients, securing buy-in for proposed solutions.
- Expanded company''s design capabilities by introducing new 3D software tools and technologies that streamlined presentations
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance for professional growth and development within the company.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with thorough understanding of their needs and delivering tailored designs for different lighting techniques.
Sr. Designer
YESCO
02.2008 - 08.2013
- Created engaging presentations showcasing design work for client needs, winning numerous high-value contracts for the company.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail and adherence to deadlines. 40 per week
- Developed innovative design concepts, resulting in higher client satisfaction.
- Evaluated project scope and development schedule, and collaborated closely with project owners to establish parameters.
- Organized digital assets library used by internal staff members by implementing proper naming conventions and categorization.
- Incorporated design changes based on feedback from project teams.
- Established clear lines of communication between designers and other departments such as sales or layout.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphics, Applied Arts
Art Center of Pasadena
Pasadena, CA06-1999
Associate of Applied Science - Design CAD And Drafting
ITT Technical Institute
Oxnard, CA06-1995
Skills
- Digital illustration
- Layout design
- Design leadership
- Project management
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Timeline management
- Packaging design - Previous job LANARD Toys
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Corel Draw 2025 AutoCAD, Rhino 3D
- Teamwork skills
- Illustration
- CAD drafting
- Creative design layouts
- Project presentations
- Presentation design
- Technical drawing
- Art conceptualization
- Art direction
- Multi-tasking
- Creative and artistic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Visual design
Timeline
Sr Designer
High Impact Sign & Design
01.2018 - Current
Sr Design Manager
Vision Signs & Graphics
05.2013 - 08.2018
Sr. Designer
YESCO
02.2008 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Graphics, Applied Arts
Art Center of Pasadena
Associate of Applied Science - Design CAD And Drafting
ITT Technical Institute
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