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Kurt Dutschmann

Hoboken,NJ

Summary

Dynamic graphic designer and photographer with a proven track record at SA&E Intl. Bags & Accessories. Expert in digital enhancements and photo editing, delivering high-quality visuals that elevate brand identity. Strong compositional skills and a collaborative approach ensure client satisfaction and impactful design solutions. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and product photography.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Graphic Design / Photographer

SA&E Intl. Bags & Accessories/Rugged Equipment
02.2004 - 05.2025
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images..
  • Design hangtags and logos for backpacks, luggage, accessories
  • Create catalogs and sales materials
  • Create original hangtags & packaging for licenses such as Totes and Adrienne Vittadini

Graphic Designer

Delta-Galil USA
03.2002 - 01.2003
  • Meet with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Design prints and spots for youth girls underwear line
  • Design prints and spots for 'tween girls clothing line
  • Prepare layouts and sales materials
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
  • Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
  • Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.

Illustrator/ Embroidery Digitizer

BackBay Casuals
03.2002 - 01.2003
  • Recreate/redraw clients' artwork using Adobe Illustrator for use on screen printed clothing
  • Digitize for embroidery clients' logos/ artwork using Compucon's Hyperstitch embroidery software also for use on custom clothing
  • Work with clients to develop/ design original artwork
  • Create all flyers, catalog layouts, and general sales materials for the company
  • Digitally photograph and edit all samples
  • Create color separations for screen printing on clothing

Graphic Designer/Digital Illustrator

StyleZone
08.1999 - 01.2002
  • Create design ideas eg. logos, clothing designs, etc...
  • Edit and print photos of samples using Photoshop
  • Organize sample booklets of photos for sales and in-house reference
  • Draw Line-sheets of samples for sales and in-house reference
  • Prepare line-sheet booklets for prospective clients

Education

Certificate in Graphic Arts & Desktop Publishing - Graphic Design

Montclair State University / DataQuest Systems
Fairfield, New Jersey

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ
05-1994

Skills

  • Photo editing
  • Strong compositional skills
  • Visual design
  • Digital design
  • Blemish correction
  • Retouching and color correction
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Photograph modification
  • Product photography
  • Digital photography

Certification

Certificate in Graphic Arts & Desktop Publishing and the following programs: Adobe Illustrator &

Adobe Photoshop

Timeline

Graphic Design / Photographer

SA&E Intl. Bags & Accessories/Rugged Equipment
02.2004 - 05.2025

Graphic Designer

Delta-Galil USA
03.2002 - 01.2003

Illustrator/ Embroidery Digitizer

BackBay Casuals
03.2002 - 01.2003

Graphic Designer/Digital Illustrator

StyleZone
08.1999 - 01.2002

Certificate in Graphic Arts & Desktop Publishing - Graphic Design

Montclair State University / DataQuest Systems

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Ramapo College of New Jersey