Hardworking and reliable Creative Manager with strong ability in Graphic Design. Offering Art Direction and Team Management. Highly creative, proactive and passionate with collaborative mentality.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Director
Area Environments
Minneapolis, MN
05.2018 - Current
Managed small design team to ensure timely delivery of custom orders and in-house design needs.
Provided feedback on work product of designers in order to improve results.
Reviewed designs for accuracy, completeness, quality assurance and adherence to brand standards.
Created and implemented processes to ensure design projects were completed on time and within budget.
Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Graphic Designer/Digital Illustrator
Oliver John Design Co
Minneapolis, MN
01.2013 - Current
Created corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between logos and letterheads.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Developed creative concepts and visual designs for a variety of projects.
Rendered high-resolution images suitable for printing purposes.
Developed vector artwork in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Graphic Designer
Minuteman Press
Chicago, IL
01.2016 - 01.2018
Consulted on tone, style and subject matter, driving layout and design.
Reviewed proofing documents for accuracy prior to printing or publishing a project.
Developed innovative solutions to meet customer needs with respect to design and production.
Worked with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
Studio Manager
The Dog Perk
St. Louis Park, MN
01.2014 - 01.2016
Provided guidance on creative direction for projects as needed.
Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.
Operated a variety of screen printers to meet stock and order requirements