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Arlington, Virginia, United States

Providing graphic design support service for Tactical Technology Office (TTO) Front Office leadership at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). Develop custom artwork and graphics used in briefs, displays and program documents. Supporting Program Managers creating original concept artwork and graphics.

Arlington, Va

Providing support services for DARPA as a member of the Visual Media Services (VMS) team. Responsibilities include providing custom graphic design services, illustration, photo editing, print layout, and logo design. Fre-quently tasked with designing posters, infographics and slides used for meetings, special events and publica-tions. Work closely with subject matter experts within the Agency technical offices to create technical concept art. Videography, audio production, editing and mixing. Formatting and implementation of internal computer-based training modules for Agency-wide training purposes. Development of dynamic digital signage dis-played throughout building. Other VMS responsibilities include printing on industrial large format and high volume printers, photo mounting, digital mat cutting and framing, lamination, document production & assem-bly, 3D printing, laser etching, engraving and cutting.

Arlington, Va

Provided contract support to DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) as a graphic designer. Duties included graphic design, illustration, layout, video production and editing. Position was temporary and resulted in being hired on full-time with ARTI as a contractor.

Falls Church, Va

Assist the US Army Medical Command (MEDCOM) in the development of the Enterprise Collaboration Initia-tive (ECI), an organization-wide information management and sharing platform based on MS SharePoint. Re-sponsible for developing custom branding solutions, layouts and designs implemented in the ECI system used in both internet and intranet environments. Utilize graphic design skills to develop custom icons, logos, page layouts, site templates, user guides, pages and other collateral materials. Created multiple wireframes, mockups and layouts for site designs used in the ECI environment.

Brookeville, Maryland, United States

Manage a team of design professionals capable of a wide range of services including non-linear video production, editing and post production, 3D model building and animation, 2D animation, internet and website technologies, hosting and maintenance, presentations, formatting, layout, illustration, photography and branding. Other responsibilities include coordinating creative planning sessions, estimates, project planning and tracking, business development and facilitating teamwork and logistics.Participate directly in many projects in both the designer and director role, including video production, training software development, user manuals layout & publishing, 3D animation storyboarding and production, digital presentations, and print publications.Proposal team efforts include developing graphics, document layout, formatting and editing as well as managing information sharing services. Work closely with subject matter experts (SME) and managers to develop dynamic and engaging charts, infographics and illustrations using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign. Manage several Microsoft SharePoint sites as an administrator and end user.

Visualize, create, design and implement various types of multimedia for use in print, video and online mediums. Conceptualize, design, and develop communication and marketing materials for promotional and informational purposes utilizing a multitude software packages and mediums. Edit and proof copy for video scripts, technical documents and proposals. Design, develop and create video and interactive tools for presentation of technical concepts, documents, promotional materials, information and other media purposes. Video production processes include the full production cycle; from scripting, storyboard, design and on-site footage gathering to editing, post production and distribution.

Newark, De

Assisted professional photographer Ms. Lily Bandak with day-to-day activities, as well as preparation for exhibitions and travel, including framing, printing, planning and reservations. Worked closely with Ms. Bandak as an aide in her home in conjunction with support from the Easter Seals organization.