Grogan Ardizzoni
Boston,MA
Summary
Graphic Designer, Illustrator, and Marketing Coordinator with 10+ years of freelance experience, 5+ years of corporate experience, and a specialty in antiques sales. Constantly learning, adapting, and improving to thrive in new environments, and finds the most joy in settings that foster new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing Coordinator & Graphic Designer
Old Town Trolley Tours of Boston
11.2023 - Current
- Engaged with customers via digital channels to gather feedback and insights.
- Developed visually engaging marketing materials to support product launches and promotions.
- Operated as the sole event photographer for the branch of the company, writing copy, and editing photos which are published quarterly in the Nation's Storyteller magazine, read by thousands in the industry.
- Formed relationships with local businesses & arranged collaborations.
Commissioned Artist & Graphic Designer
Self Employed
01.2018 - Current
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to promote art collections across various platforms.
- Managed project timelines and budgets to ensure timely delivery of commissioned pieces.
- Conducted market research to identify trends, adapting art styles to meet evolving client preferences.
- Fluent in Adobe & Procreate
- Worked with professional wrestlers to develop worn gear and merchandise, as well as musicians to design album covers and promotional material.
Actor & Guide
Ghosts & Gravestones Boston
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Memorized dozens of historical narratives, historical facts, dates, and locations to showcase to guests.
- Worked late hours, was regularly flexible with leaving times.
- Had dedicated sales shifts for selling tickets, checking guests in, and interacting with potential customers. Still hold high records for tickets sold and profit in a single night.
- Researched outside of work to consistently learn, eventually becoming an expert in the history focus.
Apprentice Antiques Dealer
Puggy's Antiques
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Evaluated and appraised items for authenticity, ensuring accurate pricing and customer trust.
- Curated diverse collections of antiques, enhancing inventory quality and historical significance.
- Conducted detailed research on historical artifacts, enriching knowledge base for client consultations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and expert knowledge on antique items.
- Learned under experts, delivering large furniture to clients, participating in auctions, and researching pieces and time periods.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design & Illustration
Keene State College
Keene05-2021
High School Diploma -
Central Catholic High School
Lawrence, MA05-2017
Skills
- Sales expertise
- Content writing
- Photography
- Illustration & Concept art
- Content creation
- Graphic design
- Adobe & Microsoft fluency
- Conversational Spanish
- Customer service
- Adaptability & Collaboration
Timeline
Marketing Coordinator & Graphic Designer
Old Town Trolley Tours of Boston
11.2023 - Current
Actor & Guide
Ghosts & Gravestones Boston
07.2021 - 11.2023
Apprentice Antiques Dealer
Puggy's Antiques
08.2019 - 05.2021
Commissioned Artist & Graphic Designer
Self Employed
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design & Illustration
Keene State College
High School Diploma -
Central Catholic High School