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Rachel Askari

Carlsbad,CA

Summary

Knowledgeable Product Development Coordinator with a proven track record at The Upper Deck Company. I am adept at collaborating with team members, other departments and customers to produce relevant, high-quality products that drive company growth. Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Well-organized and proactive with excellent communication and planning abilities. Expert in content development and cross-functional collaboration, I have significantly improved project turnaround times. Hardworking and focused professional with in-depth understanding of market, customer and business needs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Development Coordinator

The Upper Deck Company
05.2023 - Current
  • Consistently met tight deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Built master checklists for products. Conducting thorough research to ensure product aligns with brand.
  • Researched and created signature lists for products.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Facilitated productive meetings with clients to review progress updates, address concerns, and gather feedback for ongoing improvement efforts.
  • Established clear lines of communication between departments involved in various aspects of projects.

Graphic Design Intern

KGNU Community Radio
06.2022 - 11.2022
  • Collaborated with the creative team to develop visually appealing graphics for various projects, resulting in increased client satisfaction.
  • Enhanced brand visibility by designing eye-catching marketing materials for print and digital campaigns.
  • Utilized advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software programs to execute high-quality designs.
  • Promoted company's events by designing marketing materials such as posters, digital invites and brochures.
  • Oversaw successful rebranding initiatives, revitalizing outdated image.

Director of Design

TEDxCU
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Managed and inspired team with design direction, pushing quality of design work.
  • Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a positive work environment conducive to creativity and innovation.
  • Established a culture of continuous learning within the design department by organizing workshops and training sessions.
  • Implemented effective time management techniques within the team, reducing project turnaround times significantly without sacrificing quality or creativity.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

The University of Colorado, Boulder
Boulder, CO
05.2022

Skills

  • Content Development
  • Content Curation
  • Excel and Adobe proficient
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Budgeting and Allocation
  • Strategic content planning

Hobbies

In my spare time, you can find me playing video games, working on art projects, and playing intramural sports!

Timeline

Product Development Coordinator

The Upper Deck Company
05.2023 - Current

Graphic Design Intern

KGNU Community Radio
06.2022 - 11.2022

Director of Design

TEDxCU
08.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

The University of Colorado, Boulder
Rachel Askari