James Robertson
109 E Sandusky St. Findlay,Ohio
Summary
Creative job seeker, proudly offering over 30 years' experience in design. Proficient in logos, marketing materials and large format printing. Offers complete business services to corporate clients, leveraging technical knowledge, creative eye for detail and current trends to deliver top-tier results.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer and Production Specialist
Fastsigns
Findlay, OH
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Submitted design ideas to plan projects with customers and managers.
- Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Ran plotter, printer, and laminator.
- Oversaw product design, print design and marketing collateral from concept to completion.
- Created corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between logos and letterheads.
- Marked up, pasted and compiled final layouts for printer.
Small Business Owner
Gillie Leather
Findlay, OH
01.2015 - 05.2022
- Designed and created all leather goods
- Photographed products for sale and posted pictures online to increase visibility and showcase current product availability.
- Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
Co-Founder/Creative Director
Anderson Robertson Marketing
Findlay, OH
05.2009 - 12.2014
- Organized and oversaw capital improvement projects to maintain business viability.
- Developed clear mission, vision and culture for company as foundation for growth, branding and development of employee culture.
- Led creative team meetings to share ideas and bring actionable plans to fruition.
- Designed work that strongly communicated brand narrative, goals and concepts.
Marketing and Design Manager
Findlay Publishing
Findlay, OH
04.2006 - 05.2009
Professional Fine Artist
Self-employeed
Findlay, OH
01.1998 - 04.2006
Design Assistant and Colorist
Abercrombie & Fitch
Columbus, OH
07.1993 - 11.1997
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Illustration And Fine Art
Columbus College of Art And Design
Columbus, OHSkills
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
- Project Management
- Logo creation
- Corporate Branding
- Graphic and Media Design
- Account Management
- Billboard design
- Advertising understanding
Timeline
Graphic Designer and Production Specialist
Fastsigns
06.2022 - 08.2024
Small Business Owner
Gillie Leather
01.2015 - 05.2022
Co-Founder/Creative Director
Anderson Robertson Marketing
05.2009 - 12.2014
Marketing and Design Manager
Findlay Publishing
04.2006 - 05.2009
Professional Fine Artist
Self-employeed
01.1998 - 04.2006
Design Assistant and Colorist
Abercrombie & Fitch
07.1993 - 11.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Illustration And Fine Art
Columbus College of Art And Design
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