KRISTEN MARZELLA
Spring Lake
Summary
Communicative Creative Designer proudly offering experience using software packages to develop amazing concepts. Highly astute in studying and learning from the latest trends. Considered energetic with great collaboration skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Designer
Piece X Peace Designs
Toms River
01.2023 - Current
- Designing, Marketing, Content Creating
- Beach Towels, Apparel, Promotional Items
- Logo Designs
- Maintained an organized library of images, graphics and other media assets.
- Designed logos, product packages and marketing materials for businesses.
- Drafted detailed specifications to plan and discuss projects with customers.
- Ensured all graphic elements are consistent across multiple platforms including websites and social media channels.
Owner Operator
Piece X Peace Restoration
Toms River
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Art, Furniture, Antique Restoration
- Day to Day Client Acquisition, Estimates, Project Management, Deadlines, Billing, Logistics, Budget Parameters, Adhering to Specifications, Attention to detail
- Evaluated employee performance metrics against established benchmarks in order to determine areas of improvement.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delivered excellent customer service to clients and fellow employees.
Certified Realtor Real Estate Agent
Jordan Baris Realtors
West Orange
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Client Acquisition, Contract Management, Marketing, Sellers Agent/Buyers Agent, Rentals, Negotiation, Scheduling, Liaison between lawyers clients and colleagues
- Promoted active listings through social media marketing, open houses and newsletters.
- Developed and presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop strategies for attracting new clients.
- Researched and determined competitive market price.
- Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, contracts, deeds, closing statements and leases.
- Executed marketing efforts via cold calling, postcard mailings and door knocking,
- Generated list of properties to meet specific client needs.
- Represented buyers and sellers in major real estate transactions.
Education
Graphic Design Certificate -
California Institute of the Arts
12.2023
Bachelor of Arts & Sciences - Sociology
West Virginia University
01.2002
Skills
- Multi-Tasking Skills
- Creativity
- Digital Marketing
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Design
- Typography
- Event Planning
- Problem Solving
- Detail Oriented
- Self Motivated
- Graphic design
- Content creation
- Digital marketing
- Image editing
- Project management
- Visual storytelling
- Attention to detail
- Creative problem solving
- Design changes
- Design improvements
- Color theory
- Continuous learning attitude
- Strong communication skills
Timeline
Creative Designer
Piece X Peace Designs
01.2023 - Current
Owner Operator
Piece X Peace Restoration
01.2015 - 01.2022
Certified Realtor Real Estate Agent
Jordan Baris Realtors
01.2008 - 01.2014
Graphic Design Certificate -
California Institute of the Arts
Bachelor of Arts & Sciences - Sociology
West Virginia University