MICHAEL PREMURA
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Experience, primarily in Sports and Entertainment. Comfortable working in environments with timely deadlines and versatile projects. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer and Photographer
Freelance
04.2021 - Current
- Developed comprehensive brand identity packages for various clients, encompassing logo design, color schemes, and visual assets to establish strong brand identities
- Collaborated with a diverse range of clients spanning different industries, understanding their unique needs and delivering tailored design solutions
- Created innovative apparel designs while providing strategic consulting on design trends and market preferences
- Specialized in portrait and street photography, capturing unique concepts and conveying artistic narratives through visual storytelling
- Conceptualized and designed multiple album covers and promotional flyers, translating musical themes into compelling visual representations
- Crafted a variety of typography work and promotional materials, demonstrating versatility and creativity in design execution.
In-House Graphic Designer
Mercury Screen Printing
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Spearheaded apparel design initiatives, managing production processes and ensuring high-quality merchandise offerings
- Created custom promotional materials for both digital platforms and print, enhancing brand visibility and engagement
- Led end-to-end production processes, overseeing design creation, client communication, and production for apparel
- Collaborated with D1 athletic departments to design uniforms and team apparel, adhering to brand guidelines and fostering strong client relationships
- Cultivated relationships with athletic directors and coaches, resulting in increased off-season sales
- Coordinated closely with manufacturing partners including Nike, New Balance, and Adidas to ensure quality and timely delivery by approving proofs and samples
- Developed engaging social media content expanding our customer base and driving sales beyond traditional clientele.
Graphic Designer
Sony Music
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Created album covers, merchandise, and tour flyers for artist under the record label.
- Designed event material for, contributing to sold-out tours and increased album sales.
- Collaborated with content and marketing teams to confirm design compliance with the artist and label in mind.
- Met with artists and executives to present designs and collect information for adjustments.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
Graphic Design Intern
Albany Empire
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared images to coincide with social and blog posts.
- Used Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Indesign to develop new images.
- Enhanced brand visibility by designing eye-catching marketing materials for print and digital campaigns.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams to generate innovative ideas for upcoming projects.
- Collaborated with the creative team to develop visually appealing graphics for various projects, resulting in increased attendance.
- Streamlined design processes by implementing efficient organization systems and file management practices.
Education
Associate of Arts - Digital Media
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY06.2023
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Premiere Pro
- Figma
- HTML and CSS
- Illustration
- Art Direction
- Social Media Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
In-House Graphic Designer
Mercury Screen Printing
05.2023 - 06.2024
Graphic Design Intern
Albany Empire
09.2022 - 03.2023
Graphic Designer
Sony Music
02.2022 - 07.2023
Graphic Designer and Photographer
Freelance
04.2021 - Current
Associate of Arts - Digital Media
Hudson Valley Community College