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Mary Brennan

Cranston,Rhode Island
Mary Brennan

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.

Overview

23
years of professional experience

Work History

Yushin America, Inc
Cranston, RI

Marketing Communication Specialist
03.2016 - Current

Job overview

  • Spearheaded the overhaul of the company's website.
  • Enhanced and created fresh content for company website.
  • Evaluated website performance through comprehensive SEO and Google Analytics research.
  • Aligned monthly budgets with yearly company objectives in strategy management.
  • Crafted engaging ad copy for both digital and print media every month.
  • Generated press releases and finalized feature articles for industry publication.
  • Developed marketing content and advertisements for social media to enhance brand presence.
  • Developed, designed, and maintained digital content within Yushin America's mobile app sales tool aiding Regional Sales team and Agencies.
  • Hosted, presented, and developed engaging Sales Webinars.
  • Assisted Sales Team by providing marketing and sales materials.
  • Organized facility visits and liaised with professional video agencies for video testimonials.
  • Designed impactful marketing materials maintaining consistent logo branding and messaging.
  • Created engaging PowerPoint presentations for sales meetings and conferences.
  • Developed video marketing content and promotional materials for trade shows.
  • Collaborated with shipping, logistics teams, and exhibit vendors for seamless operations.
  • Managed vendor relationships to create a functional and effective booth setup.
  • Lead planning sessions involving task forces and primary decision-makers.
  • Coordinated equipment requirements for exhibitions with Operations Engineer Manager.
  • Organized travel logistics and dinner bookings for booth personnel and clients.
  • Managed the setup and breakdown processes for event machinery.
  • Put together cohesive communication plans and marketing collateral in line with brand messaging and strategic objectives.
  • Contributed to relevant blogs, conferences and events both off-line and online to increase brand awareness.

MMBrennan Creations
Providence, RI

Creative Director & Digital Designer
05.2011 - Current

Job overview

  • Created websites from initial concept to final production for local businesses and musical artists.
  • Created visually appealing websites with design software like Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
  • Constructed sites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript & PHP to ensure clean and valid web documents.
  • Developed preliminary mock-up slices with Photoshop & Illustrator, followed by importing into Dreamweaver.
  • Performed testing on remote servers followed by uploads using FTP servers.
  • Utilized jQuery image galleries to highlight work portfolios.
  • Created compelling announcements to keep clients informed of news updates and promotional deals.
  • Perform monthly checks to update and maintain the quality of content.
  • Optimized site for mobile users by implementing responsive design.
  • Integrated online social media and content management systems to drive website traffic.
  • Designed innovative logos to enhance marketing strategies.
  • Developed diverse marketing collateral such as business cards, flyers, vinyl banners, brochures and color print ads tailored to both print and online platforms.
  • Oversaw the conceptualization and execution of digital and print marketing materials, including websites, brochures, and social media content.

Herff Jones
Warwick, RI

Graphic Designer
12.2008 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Produced championship-related items meeting specific scholastic and commercial needs while ensuring timely delivery and regulatory compliance.
  • Utilized digital SLR camera to photograph products for marketing purposes.
  • Produced vibrant and eye-catching marketing materials including flyers, posters, banners, and packaging.
  • Developed competitive design concepts in tandem with Art Director and team, ensuring alignment with client requests.
  • Managed design department's sketch log, setting deadlines and time frames for incoming work.
  • Uploaded tooling die artwork into Dropbox for Sales Marketing use.
  • Created resources supporting vendors and boosting efficiency in artwork requests.
  • Reviewed and ensured accuracy of vendor-provided artwork.
  • Guided clients through technical design processes via conference calls.
  • Created optimized digital assets using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDraw and 3D mapping tools.
  • Provided training to colleagues and graphic design interns on key tasks and software for creating the digital 3D ring project.

A&H WORLDWIDE
Johnston, RI

Graphic Artist
09.2006 - 11.2008

Job overview

  • Developed visual designs with Illustrator & Photoshop for various packaging including fashionable accessory cards, molded hangers, food jars and cleaning containers.
  • Ensured compliance with licensing artwork restrictions.
  • Produced color proofs conforming to manufacturing approvals on designated tool dies and molds.
  • Sent CMYK color file separations to image setter for flexographic printing.
  • Completed registration of color film separations and applied striping to films for plates.
  • Collaborated with Design team to generate ideas for jewelry promotion packages.

Rhode Island College
Rhode Island College, Rhode Island

Student Coordinator, Computer Lab Apprentice/Helpdesk
09.2001 - 11.2006

Job overview

  • Standard operating procedures for the User Support group were developed and refined.
  • Guided students, faculty, and staff on proper use of computing facilities.
  • Ensured high-quality resolution support for both PC and MAC clients.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting complex computer problems by collaborating with IT help desk / Tech support.
  • Handled phone requests and logged work orders in the Track IT People Soft system.
  • Educated newly employed students on operational policies.
  • Organized the work calendar for student employees ensuring effective time use.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for employees.
  • Refreshed information with enhanced audio and video materials for User Support Services.

Education

Rhode Island College
Providence, RI

Bachelor of Arts from Graphic Communications
10-2006

University Overview

  • Fall 2001 - Dean's List
  • Spring 2002 - Dean's List
  • Brennan Scholarship - Mary Brennan
  • International Students Club Member, 2000-2005

Skills

  • Written communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Content development
  • Product launches
  • Social media campaigns
  • Marketing strategies
  • Digital communications
  • Press release writing
  • Trade show coordination
  • Editing
  • Adobe creative suite
  • Print design
  • Video editing
  • HTML and CSS
  • Layout design
  • Social media graphics
  • Art direction
  • Email marketing design
  • Content strategy
  • Infographics creation
  • Packaging design
  • MS office
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work weekTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hours

Certification

  • Adobe Certification, Skillpath/CompuMaster/HRC - 2011

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of 3D ring model project
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 15 staff members.

Software

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

MS Teams

Smartsheets

Calendly

Canva

Constant Contact

Salesforce

Optisigns

Hubspot

Timeline

Marketing Communication Specialist

Yushin America, Inc
03.2016 - Current

Creative Director & Digital Designer

MMBrennan Creations
05.2011 - Current

Graphic Designer

Herff Jones
12.2008 - 03.2016

Graphic Artist

A&H WORLDWIDE
09.2006 - 11.2008

Student Coordinator, Computer Lab Apprentice/Helpdesk

Rhode Island College
09.2001 - 11.2006

Rhode Island College

Bachelor of Arts from Graphic Communications
Mary Brennan