Andrea Chin Email & Phone Number

Seattle, Washington, United States

Just started at this job! Here's a brief overview:- Producing marketing creative for campaigns, ads, signage, and social media for Card Kingdom and Mox Boarding House- Designing the look and feel for marketing campaigns such as Black Friday, Halloween, and Holiday- Creating original illustrations to enhance marketing creative, complement company branding, and for use on merchandise/retail products such as enamel pins and stickers- Collaborating with multiple teams such as… Show more Just started at this job! Here's a brief overview:- Producing marketing creative for campaigns, ads, signage, and social media for Card Kingdom and Mox Boarding House- Designing the look and feel for marketing campaigns such as Black Friday, Halloween, and Holiday- Creating original illustrations to enhance marketing creative, complement company branding, and for use on merchandise/retail products such as enamel pins and stickers- Collaborating with multiple teams such as content, retail, and operations to produce and enhance overall the branding, marketing, and reputation of Card Kingdom and Mox Boarding House- Skills & Toolkit: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Illustration, Asana, Microsoft Office Suite Show less

Redmond, Washington, United States

OVERVIEW:Designed creative solutions for a wide variety of internal- and external-facing first-party Nintendo and third-party publisher projects using strong technical skills in the Adobe Creative Suite and knowledge of Nintendo’s various IP, brand guidelines, and style guides.RESPONSIBILITIES:Created a variety of physical and digital assets including (but not limited to) web banners, social media, custom retail and trade show displays, hardware packaging, print ads, and… Show more OVERVIEW:Designed creative solutions for a wide variety of internal- and external-facing first-party Nintendo and third-party publisher projects using strong technical skills in the Adobe Creative Suite and knowledge of Nintendo’s various IP, brand guidelines, and style guides.RESPONSIBILITIES:Created a variety of physical and digital assets including (but not limited to) web banners, social media, custom retail and trade show displays, hardware packaging, print ads, and promotional merchandise (e.g. clothing, accessories, home goods, stationery).Designed, edited, and prepared print-ready graphics files in multiple languages while adhering to brand and production guidelines. Experienced in using templates and working within the limitations of pre-designed art and patterns; recreating/updating previous designs; and navigating complex asset/file management systems.Managed a weekly workload of 7-14 projects — created concept pieces and designs; provided draft designs for team and department reviews; made changes based on feedback; prepared files for hand-off and publishing; and reviewed proofs for accuracy and colors.Supported marketing campaign projects for Amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, GameStop, and other retailers in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil markets. Coordinated with marketing/media buying teams for implementing campaigns within budget.Demonstrated ability to follow creative direction, integrate feedback, manage schedules and deadlines, support senior designers with workloads, and keep confidentiality on company projects.Previous projects include (but are not limited to) AAA game titles: Super Mario Bros. Wonder; The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom; Pikmin 4; Kirby: Return to Dreamland Deluxe; Detective Pikachu Returns; The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Show less

Seattle, Washington, United States

OVERVIEW:Managed end-to-end game design, graphic design and illustration, puzzle and mechanics design, UI/UX design, as well as creative writing/UX writing for 10 virtual and physical games. Worked in a team of 4 designers to brainstorm, prototype, develop and playtest.RESPONSIBILITIES:Executed game designs, graphics, and website/game prototypes using Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Miro, Wix, Wordpress, Canva, and other programs as… Show more OVERVIEW:Managed end-to-end game design, graphic design and illustration, puzzle and mechanics design, UI/UX design, as well as creative writing/UX writing for 10 virtual and physical games. Worked in a team of 4 designers to brainstorm, prototype, develop and playtest.RESPONSIBILITIES:Executed game designs, graphics, and website/game prototypes using Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Miro, Wix, Wordpress, Canva, and other programs as required.Wrote design briefs, gathered research and information from stakeholders, and managed design files and templates. Created original illustrations, puzzles, characters, logos, color palettes, typography, and other graphics for use in games, websites, brochures, training materials, presentations, etc.Collaborated with teams and stakeholders to interpret their needs for design work (logos, reports, presentations, social media, posters, taglines) and provide guidance for acceptable interpretations of the company’s logos, characters, and branding.Recruited users, scheduled, and documented 50+ playtests, integrating changes in the games’ UI/UX design to influence player behavior, improve the user journey, and create a positive customer experience. Show less

Seattle, Washington, United States

- Assisted with research, development & design of UI/UX design for new academy website, including graphical layout, buttons, icons, fonts, copywriting, text entry fields & modal (pop-up) windows in Adobe XD, Illustrator & Photoshop.- Created stylescapes and website concepts to help develop the company voice and visual identity.- Collaborated virtually across time zones with other interns on creative projects.

Shoreline, Wa

- Managed social media for the journal, campus outreach, book sales, and art show- Assisted with layout design of print edition using InDesign and selected entries for consideration to the editor- Led a collaboration with the design club and facilitated workshops

Greater Seattle Area

OVERVIEW: Coordinated full-cycle recruiting program for classified staff, faculty, and executive positions. Facilitated screening committee processes, timelines, and oversaw 4-12 simultaneous recruitments at a time. 54 full-time placements.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Wrote and edited job announcements, interview questions, and practical skills assessments in alignment with HR policy, MCIR, and inclusive language guidelines- Created and refined core messaging in job… Show more OVERVIEW: Coordinated full-cycle recruiting program for classified staff, faculty, and executive positions. Facilitated screening committee processes, timelines, and oversaw 4-12 simultaneous recruitments at a time. 54 full-time placements.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Wrote and edited job announcements, interview questions, and practical skills assessments in alignment with HR policy, MCIR, and inclusive language guidelines- Created and refined core messaging in job advertisements to ensure consistency over multiple platforms, including HR website, social media, job boards, and internal communications.- Addressed internal communication responses to difficult and sensitive situations that may affect organizational perception and reputation, handling situations with diplomacy, following HR protocol, and maintaining confidentiality.- Facilitated screening committee meetings for every open position (4-12 at a time). Created meeting agendas, calendared meetings and interviews, set milestones, and managed timelines to keep recruitments progressing in a timely manner.- Delivered group trainings for best recruiting and screening practices, diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competency.- Primary contact for candidates and general inquiries related to recruitment, application status, customer/technical support, and access for Neogov ATS/CTS/HRMS. As Neogov administrator, created requisitions, managed users and flow (funnel management).- Reviewed applications for minimum qualifications and facilitated candidate selection process. - Made offers, salary placements, and new employee onboarding, including collective bargaining and remote hiring agreements. Created and maintained all recruitment documentation.- Represented Shoreline Community College at career fairs, education and diversity conferences, and other industry events. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

OVERVIEW:- Supported high volume hiring and recruiting activities and events across 80+ fulfillment, sortation, and delivery stations across 7 states in the Amazon Workforce Staffing - West region.- Directly supported BFI, PDX, DSF, ONT, and DUT nodes under (virtually located) sourcing manager and 3 sourcing specialists.- Worked across media buying, marketing (creative), marketing analytics, and funnel management teams.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Delivered Playbook… Show more OVERVIEW:- Supported high volume hiring and recruiting activities and events across 80+ fulfillment, sortation, and delivery stations across 7 states in the Amazon Workforce Staffing - West region.- Directly supported BFI, PDX, DSF, ONT, and DUT nodes under (virtually located) sourcing manager and 3 sourcing specialists.- Worked across media buying, marketing (creative), marketing analytics, and funnel management teams.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Delivered Playbook updates of marketing/creative items, sending due item reports on daily basis and creating updates.- Audited job descriptions, social media posts, and marketing creatives for accuracy, brand consistency, and key messaging.- Created reports of post-peak yield tracking/data for daily applications, contingent offers, and application sources for using Salesforce, Tableau, and Excel (pivot tables).- Coordinated daily Facebook group postings and managed 2 corporate profiles/pages.- Processed daily advertising expenses in Concur for 2 sourcing specialists.- Created and distributed updates on daily sourcing, events, and purchase order trackers using Sharepoint and Excel.- Grassroots research and outreach project across 15+ sites in PDX, DSF, DSD, and DUT nodes.- Booking and scheduling venues and resources for walk-in hiring and tabling events at colleges, hotels, and festivals.- Direct sourcing on Indeed (3300+ messages per blast).- Cold-calling candidate lists to push on-the-spot-hiring events and scheduling candidates for new hire orientation dates. Show less

Seattle, Wa

OVERVIEW:Recruited across applicant sources using Boolean, X-ray search, and LinkedIn Recruiter in a third-party agency, contract-based recruiting environment. 30 total placements.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Cold-called, engaged, and interviewed candidates for career change opportunities and initial skills/competency screenings based on job requirements and client fit. As a sourcer, completed a minimum of 45 cold calls and 10 candidate qualifies on a daily basis. As a recruiter… Show more OVERVIEW:Recruited across applicant sources using Boolean, X-ray search, and LinkedIn Recruiter in a third-party agency, contract-based recruiting environment. 30 total placements.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Cold-called, engaged, and interviewed candidates for career change opportunities and initial skills/competency screenings based on job requirements and client fit. As a sourcer, completed a minimum of 45 cold calls and 10 candidate qualifies on a daily basis. As a recruiter, recruited/sourced 2-6 requisitions per day.- Documented applicant progress using MS Planner, Bullhorn ATS/CTS database, OneNote, Outlook calendar, and daily stand-up meetings.- Edited resumes and wrote cover letters to fit VMS/non-VMS standard formats, making appropriate changes to highlight qualifications and relevant work experience.- Worked with candidates post-placement to maintain a positive relationship, advocate for FTE conversion, and (if applicable) submit applications on their behalf to future roles.- Authored 5 job/interview prep guides to supplement official Rylem interview prep documents. Show less

Lynnwood, Wa

OVERVIEW:Directly supported all customers, staff, and sales by managing general operations, creating process improvement, and contributing to the development of the company’s enterprise.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Created and sustained a culture of high customer service for 3-6 staff, maintaining averages of 99% customer satisfaction.- Owned, implemented, and improved procedures for opening/closing of the store each day including checklists, balancing cash drawer, and preparing… Show more OVERVIEW:Directly supported all customers, staff, and sales by managing general operations, creating process improvement, and contributing to the development of the company’s enterprise.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Created and sustained a culture of high customer service for 3-6 staff, maintaining averages of 99% customer satisfaction.- Owned, implemented, and improved procedures for opening/closing of the store each day including checklists, balancing cash drawer, and preparing deposits and Square POS reports.- Attended monthly manager meetings to give reports on store progress, strategize seasonal promotions, and other topics.- Implemented company-wide, store-level implementation of any changes to menu, messaging, pricing, food safety, or business/service model.- Ensured adherence and compliance with state wage, labor, food handling, and safety regulations.- Expanded customer base by 84% within the store’s first 9 months in business through strategic B2B relationships, engaging with local community groups, and staff training.- Drove process improvement and standard operating procedures (SOP’s) by:- Authored 34-page retail management/operations handbook that unified corporate and store-specific policies that provided framework for existing and future stores to follow.- Implemented 2 key controls to inventory management system to pinpoint expiring products and reduce returns.- Marketing-related projects included B2B cross-promotions, community donations, Square customer newsletters, and internal sales contests. Show less

I would compare my pursuit of a pastry career to my time as a kid training in a karate dojo. Both are strict, traditional disciplines that require a keen sense of awareness, an appreciation of history, and many physical hours of dedication to produce beautiful results.It's also about making numbers happen in the smallest amount of time. When I worked at Two Lodge, I trained additional staff and managed most of the baking schedule (600-1200 pastries a week) by myself - on top of… Show more I would compare my pursuit of a pastry career to my time as a kid training in a karate dojo. Both are strict, traditional disciplines that require a keen sense of awareness, an appreciation of history, and many physical hours of dedication to produce beautiful results.It's also about making numbers happen in the smallest amount of time. When I worked at Two Lodge, I trained additional staff and managed most of the baking schedule (600-1200 pastries a week) by myself - on top of creating a weekly dessert item and catering for special events. It showcases my skills in time management, organization, adaptability in fast-paced, demanding environments.My experience as a pastry chef highlights my deep passion for handcrafted, local, and unique food products. It's not just the foods I create myself, but for local producers and small business owners everywhere! Show less

Everett, Wa

- Managed print and digital advertising, including the placement of print ads, Google AdSense and analytics, content marketing for social media, and email marketing for the customer loyalty club for 8 restaurant locations in Snohomish and King County.- Spearheaded the new customer loyalty club to create more sales opportunities and customer engagement, resulting in boosting monthly sales by 25% within first 3 months.- Managed seasonal marketing initiatives such as Best in the Northwest,… Show more - Managed print and digital advertising, including the placement of print ads, Google AdSense and analytics, content marketing for social media, and email marketing for the customer loyalty club for 8 restaurant locations in Snohomish and King County.- Spearheaded the new customer loyalty club to create more sales opportunities and customer engagement, resulting in boosting monthly sales by 25% within first 3 months.- Managed seasonal marketing initiatives such as Best in the Northwest, King5 Best in Western Washington. Created in-store flyers and used email marketing to encourage voting.- Created the first Patty’s Eggnest restaurant website using Wordpress, managed the email inbox, and performed regular website maintenance.- Tools Used: Google Drive (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Calendar), Wordpress, photo editing software Camera+ and Pixlr, SEO, Facebook Advertising/Insights. Show less

Ballard, Wa

Utrip is an online travel-planning platform and search engine for creating personalized travel itineraries. - Wrote 15+ weekly entries for 10+ European destinations with emphasis on culinary travel (90-120 words).- Edited entries for grammar, correct venue information, Creative Commons licensed photos, and SEO.- Identified 20+ new restaurants and attractions for future European city campaigns.- Tools Used: Utrip proprietary CMS, Google Drive (Gmail, Docs), SEO.

Seattle, Wa

Janet Wainwright Public Relations was a small film marketing firm based in West Seattle, Washington that represents major companies like Paramount, Universal Pictures, and Twentieth Century Fox for the Pacific Northwest film market. Responsibilities:- Market research, made cold calls, and distributed 200+ prescreening tickets on weekly basis to local businesses in Seattle and Portland.- Circulated promotional materials and photographed participants at live events, including… Show more Janet Wainwright Public Relations was a small film marketing firm based in West Seattle, Washington that represents major companies like Paramount, Universal Pictures, and Twentieth Century Fox for the Pacific Northwest film market. Responsibilities:- Market research, made cold calls, and distributed 200+ prescreening tickets on weekly basis to local businesses in Seattle and Portland.- Circulated promotional materials and photographed participants at live events, including festivals, conventions, and colleges.- Wrote reports on customer attendance and feedback from prescreenings.- Appointed PNW intern for Fox Searchlight Pictures after 3 months.- Built strong customer relationships, increasing new accounts by 50% within 5 months.- Tools Used: Google Drive (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Calendar), photo editing software Camera+ and Pixlr. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

My time as a barista in numerous local coffee shops has taught me several basic lessons in personal and professional success, such as organization and time management, adapting to unexpected/anticipated volumes of work, and understanding the logistics, communications and daily operations required in high volume cafes. Most of all, I understood the importance of creating a warm and memorable customer service experience.

Bachelor'S Degree, Communication And Media Studies

The media and communication studies program focuses on building four learning objectives: collaboration and shared leadership, critical.

Certificate, Graphic Design

- Graphic design fundamentals in typography, layout, composition, and illustration - Specialization courses: UI/UX design, visual design.

Baking & Pastry Arts Certificate, Baking And Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef