Marsha Rivera
Graphic Designer /Digital Artist
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Experienced Graphic Artist and Designer bringing 10 years' experience applying technical and creative abilities to diverse customer projects. Highly effective at collaborating with artistic, project, production and administrative leadership to complete tasks according to budget and schedule goals. Dedicated Gaming and Print Production professional with history of meeting company goals, utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Digital Artist
Wizards Of The Coast
Renton, WA
08.2012 - Current
- Lead in team structured to build assets for Magic, The Gathering Trading card game. Lead teams of up to 4 staff members on any given set.
- Oversight of tasks, reviews, collaboration with multiple teams and assets up to 1400 per set.
- Aligned designs with brand image while meeting usability and print standards.
- Align designs with brand image while meeting usability and print standards.
- Provide advice and guidance on aesthetics for campaigns, projects and promotional events in various Employee Resource Groups.
- Prepared training briefs, presented to stakeholders and other teams as advancement tools.
- Provided advice and guidance on aesthetics for teammates as lead on projects and large scale sets.
- Developed creative solutions that drove engagement with published content.
- Used cross platform software to develop training and on-boarding solutions for new employees.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Resolved technological issues by introducing software and implemented training for creation of content for marketing purposes.
- Documented and implemented process improvements for collection, processing and archiving of secure Intellectual Property.
- Published content.
Cardiology Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Tacoma, WA
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
- Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
- Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
- Maintained and adjusted cardiology and pulmonary equipment.
- Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment. system.
Graphics / Print Production / Word Processor
Tri State Distributors
Tukwila, WA
2007 - 2009
- Designed print ads, brochures and magazine layouts in Adobe Creative Suite.
- Print Production collaboration and review of SWOP proofs for print accuracy.
Assisted in the creation and production of Print Ads for local & abroad area magazines which include: Seattle Homes & Lifestyles, Seattle Metropolitan, Portland Monthly and Colorado Homes and Lifestyles - Organized and prioritized proofreading, spell checking, document filing and data entry.
- Prepared data by compiling and sorting information.
- Entered data into databases in alphabetic and numerical order.
- Scanned and printed files and paperwork, when needed.
- Created and modified corporate documents and forms.
- Reviewed and corrected digital files of book drafts, story drafts and editorials.
- Interacted with public on phone and at reception desk to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Completed basic calculations and formulas to verify data accuracy prior to entry.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA 06.2010 - 06.2012
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Digital Artist role, 2017.
- Designed Women of Wizards Employee Resource Group Logo, 2021
- Designed Business Intelligence Employee Resource Group Logo, 2022
- Art Direction: MTG Pride / Community Specific designs for Lambert House, 2021.
- Subject Matter Expert / Trainer in Underprinting across Design Studio and Digital Artist team.
Timeline
Digital Artist
Wizards Of The Coast
08.2012 - Current
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
06.2010 - 06.2012
Cardiology Technician
Kaiser Permanente
01.2009 - 01.2012
Graphics / Print Production / Word Processor
Tri State Distributors
2007 - 2009
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