Susan L. Littleton
Liberty,MO
Summary
With a proven track record at ThreatTech - Yorktown Systems Group, I excel in transforming complex information into compelling visual narratives. Specializing in layout design and branding, my strategic vision and creative direction have significantly enhanced brand identity and engagement. Expert in Adobe Creative Suite and 3D modeling, my designs consistently exceed project goals and expectations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
TRADOC G2 Graphic Design Specialist
ThreatTech - Yorktown Systems Group (Joint Venture)
Leavenworth, KS
12.2020 - Current
- Senior technical/creative designer, designed visual products for intelligence analysis for the TRADOC Commander and Staff, Centers of Excellence and Schools, and Army Soldiers.
- Conceptualized, designed, and produced visual solutions for a wide variety of formats and dissemination outputs for print, and a variety of multimedia formats.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by delivering recommendations for knowledge-based processes and procedures, and maintained a digital asset library, organizing graphics, photos, and artwork for easy access.
- Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to design briefing slides, print publications, training materials, event posters, and other promotional materials.
- Created final deliverables aligned with project specifications through collaboration and feedback implementation.
- Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.
- Developed graphic designs for logos, brochures, advertisements, and other marketing materials.
Communications and Community Engagement Coordinator
Shiloh Learning Center
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Responsible for providing oversight and support to SLC programs and community engagement initiatives
- Lead and coordinate development of SLC communications strategy, brand awareness, and marketing initiatives
- Continue to build relationships and partnerships with community-based organizations in identified school neighborhoods, focusing on recruiting staff volunteers, and participating families
- Build strong working relationships with local media resulting in timely media updates, press releases, and announcements
- Manage and contribute SLC website content and generate leads
- Create marketing material and promote opportunities in order to encourage maximum attendance for enrollment
Community Engagement & Outreach Manager
Full Employment Council, Inc
Kansas City, MO
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Design, create and manage marketing outreach products for social media, print, and digital campaigns for diverse audiences and FEC stakeholders
- Work with media, vendors, and contractors to communicate community outreach events, company initiatives for the Kansas City region (Clay, Cass, Jackson, Platte, Ray Counties)
- Manage and redesign the corporate websites to reflect company brand, mission, vision, and messaging
Communications Marketing Specialist
ThriveOn Concepts, Inc.
North Kansas City, MO
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Consultant and visual designer of digital, print, and social B2B marketing.
- Write, edit, and proofread marketing materials for social, print, and digital campaigns.
- Create presentations using MS Office, PowerPoint, and Adobe products.
- Design, create, and redefine the company website for a unified brand and messaging.
Visual Content Design Specialist
SkillPath
Mission, KS
05.2017 - 03.2019
- Visually design and create approximately 140 multi-disciplined, Instructor-Led PowerPoint driven training webinars
- Digitize and distribute training products for on-demand e-learning library
- Point -of-contact for graphic design and video production contractors ensuring quality met corporate branding standards and production deadlines
Freelance Services and Business Consultant
Self Employed Services
Liberty, MO
10.2014 - 06.2017
- Brochures, flyers, directories, PowerPoint presentations, newsletters, and technical information graphics.
- Event and Marketing Coordinator for the Liberty United Methodist Women's Group to raise community awareness and encourage supportive community actions.
3D/2D Digital Artist
Textron Systems
Leavenworth, KS
10.2012 - 09.2014
- Participant in planning, designing and presenting user-interface concept designs for data-driven prototype application to executive leadership
- Co-produce and edit videos demonstrating interactive game scenarios for government trade-shows and conferences
- Gather requirements and constructed over 3000 hard-surface, 3D polygonal assets for ARES/OneSAFs interactive training simulator
3D Modeler, Information Systems Administrator IV
BAE Systems, Inc.
Leavenworth, KS
10.2008 - 10.2012
- Design, plan, and successfully implement a 3D production pipeline between programmers, modelers, and animators.
- Coordinate, schedule, and package deliverables for multi-client distribution.
- Responsible for the development, construction, conversion, and optimization of characters, vehicles, and weapon-based polygonal models from one format to another used in ARES/OneSaf, VBS2, and other Army training simulation packages.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Liberty, MO04.2015
Master of Arts - Humanities, Concentration in Graphic Design and 3D Modeling
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston, TX08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Art and Design, Concentration in Photojournalism and Graphic Design
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston, TX12.2004
Skills
- Layout design
- Branding and identity
- Infographics creation
- Presentation design
- Art direction
- Adobe creative suite
- 3D Modeling and Animation
Affiliations
- Crocheter - textilist
- Movie enthusiast
- Church lay member
Timeline
TRADOC G2 Graphic Design Specialist
ThreatTech - Yorktown Systems Group (Joint Venture)
12.2020 - Current
Communications and Community Engagement Coordinator
Shiloh Learning Center
11.2020 - 12.2020
Community Engagement & Outreach Manager
Full Employment Council, Inc
02.2020 - 10.2020
Communications Marketing Specialist
ThriveOn Concepts, Inc.
10.2019 - 12.2019
Visual Content Design Specialist
SkillPath
05.2017 - 03.2019
Freelance Services and Business Consultant
Self Employed Services
10.2014 - 06.2017
3D/2D Digital Artist
Textron Systems
10.2012 - 09.2014
3D Modeler, Information Systems Administrator IV
BAE Systems, Inc.
10.2008 - 10.2012
Master of Business Administration -
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Master of Arts - Humanities, Concentration in Graphic Design and 3D Modeling
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Art and Design, Concentration in Photojournalism and Graphic Design
University of Houston-Clear Lake
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