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Offering a diverse skill set and 10+ years experience as an enthusiastic, strategic Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Project Manager, Creative Director, Artist, Print broker & Small Business Owner. Possesses technical knowledge of software and code as well as traditional artistic training and style. Serious design strength with a passion for ideas and originality.Superior knowledge of Adobe CS, MS Office suite, Mac & PC, environments.Web / Digital:• A command of typography, color, composition, hierarchy, and an understanding of how to balance these design elements with user testing research to develop optimal user interface design solutions. • UX/UI Front-End web designer. • Strong technical knowledge of web-based technologies such as wireframes, storyboards, HTML, XML, Flash (Action-script), • CSS, cross browser compatibility & best practices. • Experience with AJAX, PHP, Jquery, JavaScript, content management systems (CMS) • Audio / Video editing capabilities, composition, construction, understanding of various video Codecs, formatting, embedding and implementation. • Understanding and implementation of SEO best practices, Social Media, Analytics, online marketing, Graphic Design / Artistic:• Well versed in design fundamentals including composition, color theory, typography, concept development and cohesive branding. • Expert design skills in developing corporate identity, flyers, brochures, promotional materials, ads, tradeshow graphics, packaging, company collateral and more. • Strong understanding of graphic design industry including the packaging industry, prepress requirements, file setup & specs, layout & design, typography, press checks, proofing, and all types of printed materials. • Years of experience as a print broker. Ability to work directly with a variety of printers to provide competitive quotes for large and small projects to clients. • Artistically inclined; commissioned as an artist, painter, digital illustrator & animator.Specialties: • Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, the ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects. • Ability to work independently on strategic issues with diverse teams such as designers, developers, project managers. • Strong analytical skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines within the given budget and work in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Proven supervisory skills to effectively lead and manage team activities internally & with outside contractors.

Listed skills include Web Design, User Interface Design, Logo Design, Flash, and 33 others.