Rommel Bernardo
Project Manager
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
A full business cycle industry expert project manager with 17+ years in the graphic and sign industry specializing in retail signage, contract work, engineering, and graphic design. Possesses a versatile background dealing with federal and local government, general contracting, and commercial enterprises. Skilled in project and design software, analytics tools, and contract analysis. Strong communicator and collaborator, adept at understanding customer needs and delivering exceptional service. Currently seeking a role in project or account management preferably in branding, construction, or information technology.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Thomas Sign & Awning
Clearwater, FL
07.2022 - 03.2024
- OVERVIEW: Performed lifecycle client management from Sales/Onboarding to Delivery. Average Project Value $50K; 90% acceptance rate; Corporate accounts including Bealls, Instaloan, Bloomin Brands (Outback, Carrabba's), and Jeni's Ice Creams, handling 10+ sites per account.
- ACHIEVEMENT: Achieved 15% operations cost savings for Outback Steakhouse through reengineering an inefficient design.
- TAKEAWAY: Developed nationwide account experience specializing in new retail construction and brand conversion
("Go-Live" Management); Successful conversion - Flagstar Bank, 11/2023 - 2/2024
Account Manager
Gelberg Signs
Washington, DC
11.2019 - 07.2022
- OVERVIEW: Sales consultant and managed projects for retail business, general contractors, and government, averaging a project value of $60K. Trained new sales and project managers.
- ACHIVEMENT: Generated over $1M in revenue by cultivating B2B relationships through networking and expanding existing client base. Improved project efficiency by 20% through self-design and engineering
- TAKEAWAY: Learned how to sell and manage small to mid-sized projects, create comprehensive sign programs, acquire permits, and process county variances.
Sr. Graphic Designer/Sales
Creative Edge Signs
Rockville, MD
04.2019 - 11.2019
- OVERVIEW: Sign Design & Programming, sales consultant, delivering project entities like UPS, Hyatt, and DHS CISA. Coordinated with vendors to order necessary supplies for signage projects.
- Scheduled installations and maintenance of store displays.
- ACHIEVEMENT: Demonstrated strong sales skills, achieving an average of $50K.
- TAKEAWAY: Learned how to acquire projects with government entities and franchise work.
Sales Account Manager
Trade Wraps
Manassas, VA
06.2018 - 01.2019
- OVERVIEW: Acquired and maintained B2B relationships for the sale of vehicle graphics for commercial and personal use.
- ACHIEVEMENT: Biggest job obtained was for architectural wrap for FCA Auto Dealership $30k+ Sold $300k+ of wraps in total time working there.
- TAKEAWAY: Learned how to coordinate with sub-contractors nationwide to service customers in other states.
Sales Consultant
CDJR - Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep Ram
Fairfax, VA
08.2014 - 06.2018
- OVERVIEW: Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer base. Negotiated with customers on price, financing and trade-ins.
- ACHIEVEMENT: Occasionally provided sales training & improvement for new sales reps. Averaged 15 cars a month in sales.
- TAKEAWAY: Learned how to self improve and thrive in a commission base environment.
Art Director
Metro Sign and Design Inc.
Manassas, VA
01.2008 - 08.2014
- OVERVIEW: Designed logos, signage, and created graphics for clients. Designed sign programs and branding for entities such as Long & Foster, Kumon, & Fauquier Bank
- ACHIEVEMENT: Added an average of $500K of sales annually to existing sign projects.
- TAKEAWAY: Learned how to assist sales management by managing project timelines, coordinating with suppliers and vendors. And supervise all departments to meet critical deadlines.
Education
Bachelors Degree in Visual Communications -
Gibbs College
01.2006
Associates Degree in Fine Arts -
George Mason University
01.2002
Skills
- Team Management
- Proposal development
- Permit Expedition
- Contract negotiation
- Sales Consulting
- Portfolio Management
- Project Programming
- Lead/conduct MS Teams & Zoom Meetings
- Business Networking International Representative
- Adobe CC Suite
- Microsoft Office Suite Efficient
- Graphic Design
Certification
- Certified Scrum Product Owner - Scrum Alliance ID 1790315 Issued May 2023
- Google Project Management Professional - Issued March of 2024
References
References available upon request.
Hobbies
- Dance Instructor
- Video and Photo Editor
- Fitness Coach
- Event Organizer
Timeline
Project Manager
Thomas Sign & Awning
07.2022 - 03.2024
Account Manager
Gelberg Signs
11.2019 - 07.2022
Sr. Graphic Designer/Sales
Creative Edge Signs
04.2019 - 11.2019
Sales Account Manager
Trade Wraps
06.2018 - 01.2019
Sales Consultant
CDJR - Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep Ram
08.2014 - 06.2018
Art Director
Metro Sign and Design Inc.
01.2008 - 08.2014
Bachelors Degree in Visual Communications -
Gibbs College
Associates Degree in Fine Arts -
George Mason University
- Certified Scrum Product Owner - Scrum Alliance ID 1790315 Issued May 2023
- Google Project Management Professional - Issued March of 2024
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
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thursday
friday
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sunday
morning
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