Christopher Hicks, Ma Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Georgia

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

Design, develop and produce visual materials into an effective printed or electronic communications product for instruction, publication, and display.Prepare illustrations such as maps and charts, brochures, slides, and advertisements for newspapers, web sites, and magazines. Prepare graphic material using desktop publishing and other computer softwareOrganize and implement procedures that ensure timely completion of projects. Recommend alternative approaches to design and production for cost-effective printed materials.May supervise and/or provide functional guidance of support staff or other employees who work on a project or assignment on a temporary or intermittent basis. Preform related duties as assigned.

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

To perform a variety of assigned tasks to assist in the administration of a specific department or program area in a developmental capacity for a designated period of time.To create advertising and marketing material for the Vice President of University Relations Office.Work on creative projects to include photography, videography, graphic design, web design and creative writing.Provide administrative support for a specific department or program area; may prepare and maintain documentation, correspondence, and reports.May assist in coordination of special projects, programs, and activities.May perform research in an assigned area.May assist in marketing, promotion, and/or fund raising activities.Perform related duties as assigned.

Kent, Ohio

• Supported department in helping provide the necessary leadership for advancing the University’s competitive position in the higher education marketplace, and strengthen the University’s position, reputation, and image through coordinated implementation of a University-wide marketing plan. • Worked on key components of marketing plan including: data analysis and compilation, advertisement, internal communication, media relations, public relations and special events. • Assisted in market research, helped build necessary awareness of Kent State’s strengths and promoted University’s brand identity through: See You at College Initiative Commercial Development, See You at College Conference Organization, and Promotional Video Development for Upward Bound and Trio Programs. • Project Manager for Kent State system wide United Way Campaign.

Kent State Library

Worked as Multi-Media Consultant, aided students with: multimedia equipment, software, web, video & audio presentations, e-Portfolios, graphic and animation, and other technological support.

Ma, Visual Communications & Design, Design And Visual Communications, Gen

Bachelor'S Degree, Arts & Sciences

Activities and Societies: Focus On the Future Minors: Sociology & Pan African Studies