• Design & creative development of dynamic artwork for retail products, packaging & themed subscription boxes by monitoring industry trends, popular properties & themes• Development of brand themed displays, signage & fixtures for industry trade-shows & on-site events• Established organized file archival system for all art, production files, & technical documentation• Created production templates and established production standards for each of the products produced

• Design and development of themed point of purchase signage and displays including self-ordering kiosks• Design and development of product packaging and labels• Concepting and design of signage and graphics for themed experiences and special projects• Produced printed graphics and signage on various substrates using small and large format printers in conjunction with CNC router and laser equipment• Lead group of production artists to efficiently develop compelling products through proper design and production processes• Provided direction and training to Art Team for all design responsibilities including templating, layout, file output, and production processes• Worked closely with the Project Manager to prioritize projects and workflow for Art Team• Participated in active discussion with clients regarding upcoming retail programs and special events for which we would product development and retail support• Reviewed style guides and assets from our clients to decide which art assets will present well on each of our product types• Provided art direction to Artists for each project with desired products and specified art assets with arrangement and printing processes for each• Reviewed product comps for proper presentation, arrangement, correct legal information and provide approval for submission or request revisions where needed• Reviewed final production files for correct art placement on each product type• Review and approval of pre-production samples for proper composition, color accuracy, legal information, quality of finished product and verify that all specified printing processes were followed• Provided training and leadership to Print Shop Team for prepress layout, operating and maintaining large format printers for UV and Dye Sub printing, as well as CNC cutting and routing of substrates• Assisted with production processes by identifying weakness’ and inefficiencies and aid in fixture development to maximize efficiency and increased output

•Produced printed products and graphics using small and large format flatbed UV printing equipment•Design, layout and production of themed point of purchase displays using laser, cnc router, and uv printers•Assisted Art Director with new product development via creative design, sampling and prototyping•Prepared prepress layout for retail product production•Prepress layout and production of Dye-Sublimation products•Routing and cutting of substrates using CNC Laser and routing equipment•Managed production schedule by working with production team regarding current inventory and upcoming purchase orders•Maintained equipment to above-normal standards ensuring maximum up-time•Managed supply inventory of equipment parts, ink and other consumables•Provided training and leadership to print shop team for new and existing equipment as well as prepress layout processes•Created production templates and established production standards for each of the products produced

•Design creation, layout, printing and installation of large format print media for vehicle wraps, storefront windows, signs and other substrates•Design creation, layout, cutting, weeding, taping and application of cut vinyl graphics for signs, automobiles, and other substrates using Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw, Aries Media Sign Wizard, and Flexisign Pro vinyl cutting & printing software•Managed shop including supply and media inventory•Developed and Managed Social Media Platforms (Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Etc)•Developed and managed company website

Duncan Toys Brand Store/Kiosk Sales Initiative• Developed company owned and operated retail kiosks positioned at the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts to maximize sales and marketing opportunities through a corporate alliance partnership with the Walt Disney Company• Developed inventory warehousing logistics and replenishment procedures• Design employee uniform and dress code standards• Continuously develop reciprocal relationships and actively pursue sales and marketing opportunities in the Southeast Region• Manage team of sales associates and product demonstrators including the training and scheduling ensuring proper placement during business hours• Maintain proper inventory control by analyzing physical count vs. desired count• Manage supply and change orders ensuring business runs effeciently • Responsible for processing weekly employee payroll • Responsible for balancing all cash transactions for end of day business totals and running end of day business reports for upper managementEvent Participation and On-site Demonstrations• Manage all scheduling and planning of on-site performances and brand promotions at retail and resort locations• Negotiation and execution of event sponsorships and on-site activationsProduct Development• Work with product development team to develop current and future products to feature Disney licensed properties and characters• Brainstorm and develop innovative product concepts• Perform review of prototypes to ensure they are to specifications and provide detailed feedback to engineering team and factory

Sales•Key account visits with Sales Manager•Creation of PowerPoint presentations and proposals•Sales Rep follow-up communications•Buyer follow-up communications•Manage e-commerce salesMarketing•Development of future marketing initiatives and promotions•Strategic planning of seasonal promotions, new product development, special products, and potential partnerships•Provide art direction to graphics team for all creative including product catalog, direct mail pieces, advertisements, product packaging, sell sheets, etc•Coordinate advertising for trade and consumer publications•Domestic and International trade show planning•Negotiation and execution of event sponsorships and on-site activationsOutside Communications•Creation and distribution of all press releases•Development of all graphic and copy for monthly email newsletter•Consumer communication regarding the Duncan brand, products, and moreBrand Website and Social Media Management•Update brand website and blog with product news, photos, videos, team announcements, and more•Website and social media marketing strategy, implementation, and execution•Manage social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram•Monitor and Moderate consumer interaction and commentsDuncan Crew Worldwide Management•Manage global team of 65 professional demonstrators located in 10 countries•Coordination of all sponsorship and product shipments•Monitor online/social activity of each member to ensure proper brand representation•Information management of each crew memberProduct Development•Work with product development team to update and develop current and future products•Develop product names, themes, and art direction•Perform review of prototypes to ensure they are to specifications and provide detailed feedback to engineering team and factory•Licensed Products - Development of products and promotions featuring Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Sanrio, DC Comics and Universal Studios properties

• Responsible for the printing, and delivery of confidential time sensitive documents required by production control, inventory control, and engineering departments.• Configure equipment by selecting appropriate job settings at workstation, based on job specification.• Maintain high standard of quality by evaluating and monitoring output according to specifications and/or customer expectations.• Perform periodic maintenance, cleaning and replenishing of consumables.• Manage IBM LTO Tape Data Backup Library.• Perform file restores for end users using Remedy IT Service Management, and IBM Tivoli Storage Manager software.

• Manage team of up to 50 employees, including scheduling of team members and ensuring proper placement of staff during business hours• Maintain proper inventory control by analyzing physical count vs. desired count• Assist in ordering of materials allowing the business to run efficiently and on schedule• Responsible for balancing all cash transactions for end of day business totals and running end of day business reports for upper management• Responsible for processing weekly payroll using Kronos Workforce Timekeeper 4.3• Training of newly hired employees, and management• Maintain Crowd control• Completed the “B.C.P. Booth Certification Program” for mastery of skills to properly use projection, and sound equipment for the highest quality of motion picture presentation• Received recognition of employee of the month for performance, and was later promoted to management• Responsible for numerous 100% Scores from secret shopper/blind checker visits ensuring proper management, and operation of business, to make sure location was operating to corporate standards

• Responsible for the design, plotting, and application of vinyl graphics for signs, automobiles, and other substrates. Using Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Aries Media Sign Wizard, and Flexi-Sign Pro vinyl cutting software• Received numerous raises, and bonuses as rewards for job performance, maintaining store profit and completing store goals• Completed customer orders and accepted payments• Maintain proper inventory control by analyzing physical count vs. desired count

• Completed customer orders and accepted payments• Demonstrated educational toys, and learning tools for children• Maintain proper inventory control by analyzing physical count vs. desired count

• Completed customer orders and accepted payments• Demonstrated yo-yo tricks and engaged customers• Maintain proper inventory control by analyzing physical count vs. desired count