Patrick Brady

Creative graphic design professional with extensive experience in print production. Known for producing high-quality print materials that align with client needs and brand standards. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability to achieve project goals effectively, leveraging expertise in design software and prepress processes.

Experienced with creating high-quality print materials utilizing industry-standard design software. Uses meticulous attention to detail to ensure all projects meet client specifications and brand guidelines. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, color theory, and layout design. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering high-quality results. Adaptable, reliable, and effective in managing changing project needs.

2017 - Won 1st place Associated Press Award for best ad campaign for Buffalo Rock.

2013 - Selected to travel to Uganda to setup an internet café as part of a sustainability project to support projects in Kampala.

• Indian Rivers Behavioral Health, Tuscaloosa, AL, System Technician, 2019, Present, Enhance system performance and user experience by executing Windows 10 deployment initiatives., Improve operational proficiency by providing comprehensive technical support for range of services, including Cisco, VoIP, Office 365, teams, and mobile phone platforms., Optimize copier performance and productivity by facilitating comprehensive support for Xerox copiers., Led seamless execution of regular operations by serving as help desk technician for over 20 sites in Tuscaloosa, Bibb and Pickens Counties., Increased network reliability by configuring, implementing, and sustaining network infrastructure., Maximized security measures and efficient monitoring processes by installing and configuring Verkada cameras and upgrading VoIP services.
• Tuscom, Tuscaloosa, AL, Computer Technician, 2018, 2013, Provided technical support as help desk technician to deliver prompt and effective resolutions for clients., Improved operational proficiency by providing comprehensive technical support for a range of services., Performed regular visits to a variety of business clients' locations to ensure site backups were running.
• The Tuscaloosa News, Tuscaloosa, AL, Prepress - Graphic Artist, 2013 - 2018, Prepared visually appealing and well-organized newspaper pages by performing daily layout and pagination tasks for newspapers, employing meticulous attention to detail and expertise in design software., Amplified brand visibility by creating advertisements and providing revisions for publications., Identified any errors or inconsistencies by proofing advertisements for daily production and upcoming specials, while making necessary revisions and improvements., Boosted business productivity by managing daily advertising workflow., Guaranteed accurate placement of classified ads by administering production of daily classified section.
• Dr. Warren Holley, Tuscaloosa, AL, Computer Technician, 2012, Present, Maintain a user-friendly home network setup to assist a local cardiologist with personal and business computer needs., Purchase components for upkeep of home network setup., Increase home network reliability by configuring, implementing, and sustaining infrastructure.
• T&G Professional Computing, Tuscaloosa, AL, Field Technician, 2008, 2013, Provided technical support as outsourced help desk technician to deliver prompt and effective resolutions for end-users., Enhanced network security by delivering support for Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory, and firewall systems., Offered support for Webex collaboration tools to assist users in troubleshooting video conferences, webinars, and online meetings., Created visually appealing designs for signs and banners., Retrieved lost or inaccessible data by performing hard drive diagnostics and data recovery services., Streamlined network operations by setting up and maintaining VMWare networks., Ensured safety of retail establishments by deploying security alarms in retail stores., Employed strong technical skills to build and repair Windows-based systems.
• Campbell Oil Company, Fayette, AL, Computer Technician, 2003, Present, Maintain a user-friendly home network setup to assist a self-employed small business owner with personal and business computer needs., Purchase components for upkeep of network setup., Increase network reliability by configuring, implementing, and sustaining infrastructure.
• Road & Rail, Vance, AL, Accessory Technician
• The UPS Store, Tuscaloosa, AL, Graphic Designer
• Coral Industries, Tuscaloosa, AL, Graphic Artist
• Tuscaloosa Showcase Magazine, Tuscaloosa, AL, Graphic Designer
• George Teague & Friends, Tuscaloosa, AL, Photography & Graphic Design
• Campbell Oil Company, Fayette, AL, Computer Technician
• USA Sports, AL, Field Sales Representative
• Papa John's, Tuscaloosa, AL, Assistant Manager
• Uptech Computer, Birmingham, AL, Part-Time Technician