Brian Dahms Email & Phone Number

Greater Chicago Area

- Provides broadcast-quality voice recordings from my professionally sound-treated home studio- Offers live directed sessions through Source-Connect and video/audio conferencing- Masterfully enhances sound output using Adobe Audition- Trained by David Rosenthal, Cristina Milizia, David Toback, Sean Daeley, Tanya Buchanan, and Jonah Rosenthal of the Global Voice Acting Academy- Continuous live training through GVAA

Chicago, Il

• Develops illustrations and design work for a variety of clients.• Adept in multiple artistic styles, and in matching company branding.• Manages customer expectations with open consultations and frequent communication.• Cultivates relationships with personnel in various departments, resulting in positive rapport for future opportunities.

Mishawaka, Indiana, United States

Lake Barrington, Illinois, United States

• Coordinated with 20+ marketing staff to design healthcare promotional materials including catalogs, sell sheets, brochures, digital ads, and mailers.• Created illustrations and layouts for educational books and scientific technical manuals.• Managed all social media graphics for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.• Kept marketing department running on schedule by taking on additional duties during extended gaps in department employment.

Greater Chicago Area

• Provided superior branding options in automotive and commercial applications for companies such as Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, Shelby of America, Tide, T-Mobile, etc.• Designed and rendered custom 3D special edition premium emblems, dimensional labels, vinyl graphics, crystal urethane dome badging, and vehicle personalization kits.• Designed and oversaw marketing materials including emails, social media posts, catalogs, and infographics.• Managed and updated website using Adobe… Show more • Provided superior branding options in automotive and commercial applications for companies such as Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, Shelby of America, Tide, T-Mobile, etc.• Designed and rendered custom 3D special edition premium emblems, dimensional labels, vinyl graphics, crystal urethane dome badging, and vehicle personalization kits.• Designed and oversaw marketing materials including emails, social media posts, catalogs, and infographics.• Managed and updated website using Adobe Muse.• Served as Art Director by managing and mentoring seasonal interns.• Presented at tradeshows to boost sales and speak directly with current and prospective clients. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

• Prepared and implemented lesson plans for elementary and preschool students.• Managed classrooms up to 25 students, and conducted step by step art instruction.• Fostered a classroom environment that was vibrant and optimistic to promote students’ full potential.• Analyzed students' performance and gave special attention to struggling students to boost their performance.

Greater Chicago Area

• Designed vector artwork for use in a range of advertising, marketing and corporate branding projects.• Enhanced company efficiency by completing 82 orders per day, on average, slashing project turnaround times by 15%.• Communicated directly with brokers and corporate managers to adhere to individual company needs and specifications.• Mentored new members of design staff during onboarding, and managed the canvas department as needed.• Participated in weekly meetings to propose… Show more • Designed vector artwork for use in a range of advertising, marketing and corporate branding projects.• Enhanced company efficiency by completing 82 orders per day, on average, slashing project turnaround times by 15%.• Communicated directly with brokers and corporate managers to adhere to individual company needs and specifications.• Mentored new members of design staff during onboarding, and managed the canvas department as needed.• Participated in weekly meetings to propose topics to further enhance company efficiency, and eliminate pain points. Show less

Walt Disney World

• Enhanced thousands of guests' experiences across the Walt Disney World Resort through parades and character meet and greets, while maintaining excellent show.• Managed own costume and equipment.• Proven ability to handle confidential information.

Walt Disney World

Arlington Heights, Il

• Assisted customers as a cashier and frequently served as the head cashier/Front End Supervisor.• Enforced safety and security as Store Protection Services when needed.• Efficiently processed stock when needed.