Hi, I’m
Maria DiLeo
Shamong
Summary
Experienced with managing creative projects from concept to completion. Utilizes strategic vision to align artistic direction with client goals. Strong understanding of team leadership and innovative design techniques.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Haven Marketing
Art Director
10.2008 - Current
Job overview
- Manage the creative process from concept to completion
- Translate marketing objectives into clear creative strategies
- Lead and direct the creative team in the production of all marketing collateral
- Ensure visual communication and brand standards are met
- Oversee client pitches and proposals
- Oversee profitability, deliverables, timelines and budgets
- Meet with clients or upper management to explain campaign strategies and solutions
- Review work, troubleshoot and provide feedback to creative teams
- Remain actively involved in hiring and training creative staff
- Manage and cultivate the career development of staff members, including designers, art directors, copywriters, photographers and web developers
Freelance Art Director/Designer
09.2007 - Current
Job overview
- On or off-site
- Experience with creative brand development, corporate identity, collateral, trade show graphics, signage, print and digital advertising, and web development
- Manage projects for individual clients, from creation to completion while collaborating with the marketing and print teams
- Interface with clients and create budgets
- Prepare files for mechanical, pre-press and printing
- Plan, coordinate and manage photo shoots
The Star Group
Design Director
06.2004 - 09.2007
Job overview
- Managed design department for all projects from creation to completion
- Reviewed scope of work to determine assignments and creative staffing needs for Graphic Services
- Conducted interviews, hiring, performance reviews and dealt with any issues within the department
- Coordinated freelance help when needed
- Participated in New Business pitches
The Star Group
Senior Graphic Designer
07.1999 - 06.2004
Job overview
- Responsible for advertising, collateral and package design from concept to finish
Education
Moore College of Art and DesignPhiladelphia, PA
BFA Degree from Graphic Design
05.1996
University Overview
Class of1996
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Photography direction
- Photographic editing
- Logo creation
- Design research
- Visual storytelling
- Digital media design
- Typography
- Corporate identity branding
- Packaging design
- Typography expertise
- Print production
- Digital illustration
- Creative direction
- Superb attention to detail
- Visual communication expertise
Timeline
Art Director
Haven Marketing
10.2008 - Current
Freelance Art Director/Designer
09.2007 - Current
Design Director
The Star Group
06.2004 - 09.2007
Senior Graphic Designer
The Star Group
07.1999 - 06.2004
Moore College of Art and Design
BFA Degree from Graphic Design
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