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Mary Hanlon

New York,NY

Summary

Innovative Contributing Writer known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Possess specialized skills in research, content creation, and audience engagement crucial for impactful writing. Excel at communication, creativity, and adaptability, ensuring successful collaboration and compelling storytelling.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Art Director

Bluemercury
New York , NY
12.2022 - Current
  • Acted as senior lead to creative partners on photography and film shoots.
  • Directed photo shoots, managed video production crews, and oversaw post-production editing.
  • Produced digital media assets including web graphics, animations, videos.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create variety of graphic designs.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Trained new creatives on responsibilities, agency procedures and client guidelines.
  • Provided creative input during client meetings to help shape the vision of a project.
  • Created storyboards, mood boards, style frames, and layouts to communicate design ideas.
  • Conducted research into current trends in the industry for use in designing campaigns.
  • Assisted in developing budgets for client projects as needed.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions with clients to identify project goals and objectives.
  • Worked closely with clients throughout the duration of each project from concept through completion.
  • Maintained accurate specs by adhering to print and art specification standards.
  • Mentored artists on quality standards and improvements.
  • Worked with creative directors to develop design solutions.
  • Managed own accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements.

Contributing Writer

Statement of Record
New York , NY
02.2017 - Current
  • Researched, wrote and edited articles for print and online publications.
  • Submitted stories to editors in a timely manner.
  • Created compelling headlines that accurately reflect the article's content.
  • Proofread and fact-checked all written material prior to publication.
  • Attended press conferences, industry events and other related activities.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of trends within the publishing industry.
  • Edited manuscripts according to established guidelines.
  • Adhered to strict editorial policies when creating content.
  • Edited, rewrote and prepared pieces by adjusting reading level for interest.
  • Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to each assignment to produce best possible content.
  • Maintained a consistent voice and tone across all written materials.
  • Conducted in-depth research on diverse topics to create accurate and engaging content.
  • Monitored and responded to comments on published materials to foster community.
  • Researched story background information to provide complete and accurate information.

Senior Art Director

Macys
New York, NY
02.2014 - Current
  • Developed creative concepts and visual strategies for campaigns across multiple channels.
  • Directed photo shoots to ensure that the desired creative vision was achieved.
  • Created storyboards for motion graphics projects.
  • Reviewed proofs from outside vendors and provided feedback on print production quality.
  • Conducted research into art trends, styles, methods, and materials used in various media industries.
  • Designed digital assets such as website banners, email templates, social media posts.
  • Ensured all designs met established branding guidelines while also pushing boundaries creatively.
  • Maintained an extensive library of images, videos and other resources for use in future projects.
  • Supervised junior art directors during concept development stages of projects.
  • Provided direction to external freelancers when needed on certain projects.
  • Remained up-to-date on industry trends by attending conferences or reading relevant publications.
  • Partnered with marketing teams to develop effective promotional materials that increased sales.
  • Produced sketches, storyboards and roughs to visualize ideas.
  • Collaborated with creative design team to complete projects on tight deadlines.
  • Acted as senior lead to creative partners on photography and film shoots.
  • Trained new creatives on responsibilities, agency procedures and client guidelines.
  • Mentored artists on quality standards and improvements.
  • Managed own accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create variety of graphic designs.
  • Developed and communicated industry-leading creative concepts consistent with brand.
  • Worked with creative directors to develop design solutions.
  • Trained new employees on responsibilities, agency procedures and client guidelines.
  • Successfully resolved range of complex artistic development issues.
  • Hired staff members to develop design concepts into art layouts or to prepare layouts for printing.

Art Director

Bloomingdales
New York , NY
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Directed photo shoots, managed video production crews, and oversaw post-production editing.
  • Reviewed proofs and provided feedback to enhance quality control.
  • Designed promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, banners, newsletters, logos.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions with clients to identify project goals and objectives.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Provided creative input during client meetings to help shape the vision of a project.
  • Evaluated portfolios submitted by freelance artists and designers when needed.
  • Collaborated with creative design team to complete projects on tight deadlines.
  • Reviewed and approved designs, artwork and content developed by creative team.
  • Brainstormed with team members and special project managers to provide unique concepts and designs.
  • Acted as senior lead to creative partners on photography and film shoots.
  • Mentored artists on quality standards and improvements.
  • Worked with creative directors to develop design solutions.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create variety of graphic designs.

Contributing Writer

The Brooklyn Rail
New York, NY
01.2008 - 03.2017
  • Researched, wrote and edited articles for print and online publications.
  • Developed story ideas based on current news events.
  • Submitted stories to editors in a timely manner.
  • Conducted interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create content for special projects.
  • Created compelling headlines that accurately reflect the article's content.
  • Proofread and fact-checked all written material prior to publication.
  • Attended press conferences, industry events and other related activities.
  • Developed relationships with public relations professionals and other contacts in the media field.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of trends within the publishing industry.
  • Analyzed feedback from readers regarding published pieces to improve future writing efforts.
  • Generated new ideas for feature stories while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Compiled data from multiple sources into comprehensive reports.
  • Adhered to strict editorial policies when creating content.
  • Worked closely with designers, photographers, illustrators and other contributors throughout the production process.
  • Edited, rewrote and prepared pieces by adjusting reading level for interest.
  • Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to each assignment to produce best possible content.
  • Stayed updated on industry trends to produce relevant and timely content.
  • Maintained a consistent voice and tone across all written materials.
  • Collaborated with editors and other writers to brainstorm ideas and refine content.
  • Crafted compelling headlines and captions to attract and retain readers' attention.
  • Authored original articles, blog posts, and reports on industry-related subjects.
  • Researched story background information to provide complete and accurate information.
  • Developed connections with public relations contacts, providing exemplary sources for news stories.

Education

Master of Arts - Integrated Media Arts MFA

Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY
05-2020

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

The New School
New York, NY
05-2011

Certification

  • Certificate in screenwriting
  • Recipient of a MacDowell Fellowship for fiction writing

Websites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Art Director

Bloomingdales
09.2024 - 10.2024

Art Director

Bluemercury
12.2022 - Current

Contributing Writer

Statement of Record
02.2017 - Current

Senior Art Director

Macys
02.2014 - Current

Contributing Writer

The Brooklyn Rail
01.2008 - 03.2017
  • Certificate in screenwriting
  • Recipient of a MacDowell Fellowship for fiction writing

Master of Arts - Integrated Media Arts MFA

Hunter College of The City University of New York

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

The New School

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