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Madelein Ruiz

Summary

With 27 years of experience in creative leadership across healthcare, consumer, and retail advertising, I have expertise in creative direction and production. I excel in managing the development, design, and execution of agency deliverables to align with strategic objectives and maintain brand consistency and excellence. Throughout my career, I have effectively led teams, mentoring junior members while overseeing multiple projects simultaneously. My strong track record in production ensures on-time, on-budget delivery of campaigns with the utmost quality. As an art professional with extensive experience in managing and directing creative teams, I curate impactful exhibitions and oversee the production of high-quality art pieces. My focus on team collaboration and adaptability allows me to consistently achieve exceptional results. Additionally, my proficiency in project management and creative software brings leadership and technical expertise to every endeavor.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Supervisor

BGB Group
03.2022 - Current
  • Drive and oversee Smart Creative execution with consistency and innovation
  • Lead team collaboration with energy and vision, ensuring seamless workstream and project success
  • Champion brand consistency, keeping every creative touchpoint on point
  • Anticipate challenges and guide the team to adapt, evolve, and excel
  • Proactively deliver smart solutions and creative breakthroughs
  • Optimize workload and workflow to keep performance high and creativity flowing

Associate Studio Manager

BGB Group
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Oversee studio workflows, ensuring smooth coordination between creative, regulatory, and production teams
  • Track project timelines and ensure deadlines are met
  • Ensure advertising materials align with client brand guidelines and regulatory standards
  • Handle client requests for artwork changes, compliance updates, and approvals

Senior Graphic Designer

BGB Group
05.2017 - 03.2021
  • Lead brand management for multiple pharmaceutical accounts
  • Oversee deadlines and workflow for each brand to ensure timely delivery
  • Attend weekly brand meetings to forecast and plan upcoming projects
  • Develop layouts from initial specifications through final production stages
  • Ensure quality control and release of all deliverables

Creative Production Artist

Chobani
11.2014 - 03.2017
  • Packaging & Collateral Production: Lead production for packaging, print, and digital materials
  • Brand & Quality Control: Maintain brand consistency, proof, and approve colors for Chobani packaging
  • Technical Collaboration: Work with engineers on dielines and vendor specifications
  • Imaging & Retouching: Manage photoshoots and 3D renders
  • Press Approvals: Oversee press checks and final production approvals

Senior Artist

Coach
02.2012 - 02.2013
  • Create initial layouts from job briefs through mechanical and final release
  • Design various materials, including:
  • Outdoor billboards
  • Posters
  • Packaging
  • Develop and implement an integrated data merge system for store signage

Studio Manager

Hogarth Worldwide
07.2011 - 02.2012
  • Supervise and ensure quality control of mechanical production
  • Develop and implement a structured workflow for the studio
  • Mentor junior studio members to support skill development and team cohesion
  • Managed client accounts including Rolex, Revlon, HP

SO5 Studio Artist

JWT
02.2009 - 07.2011
  • Create initial layouts for various projects
  • Handle pre-press preparation for final file delivery
  • Certify proofs, manage scanning, and organize server files
  • Develop and implement release workflow for the studio
  • Managed client accounts including Microsoft, HSBC, Cadbury Adams, Johnson & Johnson, Rolex, Trident, and Nestlé

Graphic Services Manager

The CementWorks
03.2008 - 01.2009
  • Manage daily workflow for a team of 6 members
  • Ensure quality control of mechanicals for accuracy and consistency
  • Managed client accounts including UCB Pharmaceuticals, Xyzal, Spirivia, Novartis, and Bayer EGraphics

Graphic artist/supervisor

TBWA/CHIAT/DAY
01.2003 - 01.2008
  • Manage daily workflow of the studio to ensure smooth operations
  • Perform quality control of mechanicals, ensuring accuracy to specifications, guidelines, and final output
  • Create mechanical layouts for various projects
  • Managed client accounts including Absolut, Snickers, Skittles, Nivea, Disney, Seagrams, Jameson, Chivas, Hotels.com, and Pfizer

Graphic Artist

Cline Davis & Mann
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Design layouts and manage pre-press production for various materials, including:
  • Brochures
  • Billboards
  • Visual aids
  • Print ads
  • Managed client accounts for Pfizer and Novartis

Graphic Artist

Erbach
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Design layouts for various projects
  • Manage pre-press production processes
  • Perform color correction to ensure quality and accuracy
  • Serve as translator for English to Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree - Graphic Design

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark
01.1998

Skills

  • Visual Design
  • Iconography
  • Microsoft Office
  • Social media content
  • Artistic vision
  • Creative direction
  • Client relations
  • Web design
  • Graphic design
  • Storyboarding
  • Adobe creative suite
  • Concept development

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Art Supervisor

BGB Group
03.2022 - Current

Associate Studio Manager

BGB Group
03.2021 - 03.2022

Senior Graphic Designer

BGB Group
05.2017 - 03.2021

Creative Production Artist

Chobani
11.2014 - 03.2017

Senior Artist

Coach
02.2012 - 02.2013

Studio Manager

Hogarth Worldwide
07.2011 - 02.2012

SO5 Studio Artist

JWT
02.2009 - 07.2011

Graphic Services Manager

The CementWorks
03.2008 - 01.2009

Graphic artist/supervisor

TBWA/CHIAT/DAY
01.2003 - 01.2008

Graphic Artist

Cline Davis & Mann
01.2000 - 01.2002

Graphic Artist

Erbach
01.1998 - 01.2000

Bachelor's degree - Graphic Design

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark
Madelein Ruiz