C.J. Pennington Email & Phone Number

West Chester, Ohio

• Gather information and assess current situations for each project.• Identify problems and develop solutions for individual project needs.• Identify and allocate resources appropriately.• Utilize strong layout, graphics and typography skills.• Listen attentively to the requirements needed for each project and execute them accordingly.• Negotiate situations effectively with various departments in regards to project regulations.• Provide constructive feedback in order to maintain the companies branding standards are being followed.• Maintain the design, production and branding of project with detail and consistency; while maintaining the branding elements used in each project.• Track and maintain the progress of projects ranging from concept, design, production and finished electronic files ready for delivery.• Evaluate and make detailed corrections by asking detailed questions based on the demands of each project.• Conduct a production/branding checklist to maintain consistency and detailed branding.

Cincinnati, Ohio

• Prepared files from contracted design agencies for final output.• Maintained brand consistency and standards across all media outlets and checked files for technical accuracy.• Created electronic templates/layouts for product packaging.• Alter, manipulate and color correct images per project requirements.• Implemented die cutting and varnish plate requirements before submitting the native file for final printing.• Modernized product packaging and brand standards across several toy brands.• Established an identity that consumers would come to think of as a quality product.• Engineered product packaging mock-ups for review with the product and marketing teams.• Trained on HTML, CSS & SEO coding along with multiple other programs for website design.• Maintained and cultivated communications with clients and businesses that utilized web services.• Managed multiple accounts daily.• Designed and modified multiple websites, social media pages and SEO information.• Supervised designers with web modifications and made sure all processes were being followed closelyfor each client.• Recommended other ideas and opportunities for clients to enhance their web presence.

4550 Red Bank Expressway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

• Generated all marketing materials specifically for the target audience for all three brands. (Gorilla Glue, O’Keeffe’s and Lutz Tools).• Coordinated with media buyers and executed all advertisements for publications to run media insertions.• Redesigned layouts and designs for all facets of print design and product packaging.• Designed and oversaw the production of all promotional items (Shirts, hats, contest materials, banners, etc.).• Tested and strengthened new ideas for the company’s website along with all of the company’s social media content.• Structured project quotes and supervised press checks for each project with printers• Reorganized and maintained a complete library of project files, logos and all product images.• Identified and suggested new ways to cut costs and increase profits throughout an entire project.

One Financial Way, Cincinnati, Ohio

• Obtained a Series 6 License within the first 30 days of employment.• Safeguarded all confidential information granted by the client or agent.• Gained valuable information about annuities/stocks/bonds and retirement plans in order to be able to examine an enforced annuity account.• Consulted with agents and/or clients in regards to the technical aspects of annuity products.• Facilitated communication between agents and clients in regards to enforced annuity accounts.• Maintained a complete understanding of multiple variations of annuity products that were being offered and improved my knowledge of products as they evolved.• Able to problem solve and handle escalated situations in a professional manner.• Fulfilled stock trades given by the client or their agent on multiple accounts.• Developed and strengthened professional relationships in order to earn trust with clients and agents.

5100 Duck Creek Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

• Collaborated with clients to develop and launch their marketing campaign and brand with Coca-Cola’s.• Spearheaded the creative for all point of sale orders for clients across multiple states.• Implemented all facets of each project from concept to delivery.• Conducted press checks with larger printers to maintain brand consistency as lead designer.• Standardized a 3-day turn-around time of all projects from concept to delivery.• Established, directed and maintained complete brand standards and identity for Coca-Cola Enterprises as its integral brand and licensing steward.• Designed and created art for multi-media, magazine spreads, wall graphics, vehicle graphics, e-blasts, logos, point of sale, direct mail and presentation materials.• Operated a variety of large and small format professional printing equipment, notably HP EagleJet plotters, OKI Data printers and large scale laminators.• Utilized my knowledge to suggest new ideas and promote the capabilities that were offered to every client in order to strengthen the Coca-Cola brand.• Quantified each part of the process and generated the total cost of a project.

401 Milford Parkway, Milford, Ohio 45150

• Maintained and cultivated communications with multiple overseas vendors, along with the art director,marketing directors, graphic designers, fine artists and the CEO.• Designed multiple catalogs, brochures, advertisements, posters, logos and brand identity.• Developed catalog layouts (for NCAA & specialty home products) along with retail product packagingand product mock ups.• Overhauled the company’s packaging process and implemented a unique process that became theway all packaging was eventually completed from multiple oversea vendors.• Managed photo shoots as the onsite art director and facilitated photo editing and categorizing ofproduct images.• Supervised press checks and worked with multiple printers - dependent on the type of project, workingwith the marketing director and printers to ensure the marketing strategies are being met.• Modernized the look of the interior of the facility so our brand was portrayed to visiting clients and toinspire our own employees.• Identified areas of improvement and provided ideas of keeping up with current marketing trends.

Bachelor’S Degree, Bfa In Graphic Design, Minor In Photography, Minor In International Art & Design, Art History, Etc., 3.7 Out Of 4.0

Activities and Societies: I was a… Collegiate Cross Country Runner Collegiate Wrestler Collegiate Rugby Player - became the captain.

Minor In International Art And Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Photography, Fine Art, Theatre And Museums,, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Traveled across Europe, going to as many museums and historical sites as possible. Not only seeing these things.