Award-winning graphic designer with 15+ years of experience developing innovative content, compelling visuals and engaging stories, and a keen intuition for creating an emotional connection between a brand and its audience. Creative problem solver and master of visual communication, with ability to create on-brand deliverables that support corporate objectives and drive desired action. Senior Graphic Designer & Creative Director | Visual CommunicationEmail: djDesigns.deb@gmail.comProven track record in designing impactful marketing materials with continuity and brand cohesion across multiple platforms and touch points. I embrace and understand that a company's brand identity is #1 …I advocate for the brand, as well as the needs of the customer.Communicate clearly and effectively, working both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop and execute successful communication strategies that translate into exciting print and digital experiences that convey the company's brand positioning and messaging. Strategic thinker with an impeccable sense of design, including typography, layout, balance, hierarchy, emphasis and color, with special attention to the “lost art” of finessing the fine details. Meticulously detail-oriented, while still keeping the “big picture” in sight. Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and take a project from concept to design and execution. Strong project management and organizational skills, able to anticipate, address and resolve potential issues or inconsistencies to ensure a flawless final product.Core Competencies:• Graphic Design & Visual Storytelling• Creative Concept Development• Brand Development & Communication Strategy• Traditional Print & Digital Advertising • Project Management & Quality Control• Client Relations & Team Collaboration • Print production processes and file prepCareer Highlights:• Concept development and design of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraising/walk advertising campaign, winning national award for "Best Public Service Campaign" and resulting in 47% increase in store pin-up sales.• Coordinated launch of major gourmet frozen food product line under extremely challenging deadline.• Concept development, design and roll-out of Food Service branding campaign, winning national award for "Best Advertising Campaign,” also nominated for “Best of Show.”• Won numerous advertising industry awards and design competitions.Please contact me at djDesigns.deb@gmail.com with any freelance or remote Senior level graphic design opportunities.