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Thomas D'Arcangelo

Tarpon Springs,FL

Summary

A reliable sign designer w/ excellent communication skills, equipped to deliver exactly what is needed from either; project manager, permit expediter, shop floor / production manager, or a simple photo edit for customer approval. Adapt in production art, proven to be a skilled liaison & team leader. I consistently set up a customers main art for the department to use as well as production art for manufacturing.

My experience, in interior and exterior branding with a strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability. Known for my ability to thrive in all environments, no matter if there are deadline constraints or not.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Sign Designer

Allen Industries, Inc
04.2014 - 02.2025
  • Worked on multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Produced high-quality mockups for client approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
  • Presented creative solutions to client challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
  • Developed innovative design concepts for improved brand recognition and customer engagement.
  • Created detailed 3D awing frames, using programs such as Sketchup.

AutoCAD Drafter

Custom Components, Inc
08.2011 - 03.2014
  • Used AutoCAD to create multiple door trim extrusions, for commercial buildings.
  • Created survey forms for field techs & surveyors.
  • Understanding blueprints, surveys and all necessary information t required to create precise shop drawings.
  • Reviewed prepared blueprints to create preliminary art packages to be approved or red lined by architect.
  • Demonstrated a willingness to learn, by staying up to date on the latest extrusions & attachment methods.
  • Supported value engineering and architectural review processes.
  • Maintained organized digital filing system, enabling efficient retrieval of archived drawings when needed.

Sign Designer /Estimator

Thomas Sign & Awning
11.2001 - 02.2011
  • Created detailed manufacturing construction prints for large scale electrical signage.
  • Effectively used digital imaging programs such as photoshop and corel suite to create before and after, existing /proposed montages for sign permits, installations & completions.
  • Created color renderings for signage proposal packages, using programs such as Adobe Illustrator and Corel Draw.
  • Used programs such as, Casmate pro to create digital files to send to various automated CAD/CAM Systems (I.e. Cutting Plotters, Large Table Routers & Raw Material Bending Systems).
  • Roughly estimated product costs by calculating materials needed for fabrication, illumination & installation.
  • Reviewed provided site and /or building surveys, to complete estimates for management.

Personal Trainer Intern

Total Fitness
03.1996 - 01.1999
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean gym facility according to hygiene standards while also helping ensure all equipment was functional and organized properly throughout each day.
  • Continuously worked closely with trained & educated trainers to enhance my knowledge.
  • Established trust with clientele via consistent punctuality during scheduled sessions coupled with genuine empathy concerning any personal struggles or challenges faced on their fitness journey.
  • Improved client fitness levels by utilizing predesigned workouts & dietary plan created by licensed personal trainer.

Office Manager

Anclote Key Reality
01.1995 - 10.1998
  • Assisted sales associates in the preparation of closing documents.
  • Reconstructed and managed office-wide filing systems.
  • Created and helped utilize digital spreadsheets for the use of management and sales associates.
  • Responsible for distribution to sales associates for all keys and security codes for managed properties.
  • Liaison between customer and office personal.

Education

Associate of Science - Industrial / Mechanical Design & Project Managment

ITT Technical Institute
Tampa, FL
12-1998

Skills

  • Teamwork skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Team building
  • Layout design
  • Design development
  • Concept development
  • Customer development
  • Employee to upper management Liaison
  • Work well under deadline restrictions
  • (Light / Intermediate) 3D design (SketchUp)
  • Reliability and adaptability
  • Vendor relations

Timeline

Sign Designer

Allen Industries, Inc
04.2014 - 02.2025

AutoCAD Drafter

Custom Components, Inc
08.2011 - 03.2014

Sign Designer /Estimator

Thomas Sign & Awning
11.2001 - 02.2011

Personal Trainer Intern

Total Fitness
03.1996 - 01.1999

Office Manager

Anclote Key Reality
01.1995 - 10.1998

Associate of Science - Industrial / Mechanical Design & Project Managment

ITT Technical Institute

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