Wes Hawkins
Signarama
Anniston,AL
19
years of professional experience
Graphic Designer creating print, web, and presentation assets across newspapers, brochures, ads, kiosks, and promotional packages. Builds Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator work with strong layout, typography, retouching, and proofing discipline. Also supports multimedia design, web graphics, and presentation polish for client-facing and editorial materials.
Work History
Senior Graphic Artist - Production Manager
3 Years 8 Months- Processed 25-30+ print jobs per week while balancing design revisions, production schedules, and quality checks.
- Created production-ready layouts for signage, print, and promotional materials using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator.
- Prepared artwork files for accurate output across large-format and digital print applications.
- Reviewed customer artwork for spacing, readability, and production requirements before final release.
- Managed print production schedules and coordinated priorities across incoming design and fabrication requests.
- Developed brand-consistent graphics for logos, signage, and marketing collateral.
- Produced cleaned and corrected files for press output, signage installation, and vendor handoff.
Graphic Artist
2 Years 8 Months- Prepare 1-4 guide layouts weekly for tourism publications and magazine features.
- Designed magazine advertisements that aligned with publication standards and maintained a consistent visual style.
- Retouched photos and prepared images for print and web use across guides, directories, and brochures.
- Created maps, brochures, and web graphics with clean layouts, accurate presentation, and press-ready files.
Senior Graphic Artist
8 Months- Reviewed weekly 30-40 ad placements for classified and display accuracy before publication.
- Managed weekly 10-20 page layouts for newspaper production and press deadlines.
- Paginated weekly articles and balanced page flow across print sections.
- Designed marketing flyers and newspaper ads that matched editorial and advertiser needs.
- Proofread typography and created article graphics for classified and feature content.
Graphic Artist
3 Years 1 Month- Supported 2 client presentations monthly by building multimedia visuals and campaign-ready graphics.
- Prepared 2-15 print layouts weekly for brochures, POS materials, and automotive advertisements.
- Designed newspaper and magazine ads for Pontiac and Cadillac automotive campaigns.
- Created brochures, POS materials, and event and dealer logos with consistent brand presentation.
- Troubleshot hardware and software issues while keeping design work moving across active projects.
Lead Graphic Artist - New Store Openings
2 Years 11 Months- Support 5-10 monthly store graphics updates for in-store signage and opening promotions.
- Prepare 5-10 weekly ad layouts for shoe and sports promotions using Adobe InDesign.
- Design newspaper and magazine advertisements that align with retail campaigns and seasonal shoe launches.
- Retouch product photos and prepare artwork for print production across store-opening invitations and ads.
- Troubleshoot hardware and software issues to keep design workstations running smoothly.
Graphic Designer
1 Year 4 Months- Designed 10-20 multimedia presentations annually for kiosks and client-facing displays, balancing visuals, pacing, and brand clarity.
- Created brochure and poster layouts in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Creative Suite for consistent print delivery.
- Edited and restored photos to improve image quality for presentations, marketing pieces, and web use.
- Built web design assets that supported clean page layouts and a more polished online presence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic and Digital Design
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Skills
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Creative Suite
Typography
Brand identity design
Art direction
Visual storytelling
Logo design
Print production
Prepress production
Page layout design
Responsive web design
Motion graphics
Figma
Adobe XD
Design systems
Creative brief development
Campaign concept development
Print vendor management
Personal Information
- Title: Experienced & Talented Graphic Designer
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Senior Graphic Artist - Production Manager
Signarama
02.2011 - 10.2014Read More
Graphic Artist
Great Southern Publishers
03.2004 - 11.2006Read More
Senior Graphic Artist
Birmingham Business Journal
12.2003 - 08.2004Read More
Graphic Artist
Martin Advertising
09.2000 - 10.2003Read More
Lead Graphic Artist - New Store Openings
Just For Feet
12.1996 - 11.1999Read More
Graphic Designer
Digital-FX
06.1995 - 10.1996Read More
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts from Graphic and Digital Design
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Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Arts from Graphic Design
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