Sr. Graphics Illustrator III supporting the PEOMS APEO for Logistics, AMCOM Fleet Management Centers (AFMC) Centralized Distribution Activities Contract.

Complete Graphic Design for brand-specific licensed product packaging and imprinting. Strict adherence to design code specifications where applicable.
 Digital Photography of product samples and Tradeshow Display models and layout for accurate recreation of setup of Tradeshow Booths by providing a digital map of product placement and display grids for the representative presenting display. Business Logo Concepts, including envisioning and creating of unique and high-impact corporate identities… Show more Complete Graphic Design for brand-specific licensed product packaging and imprinting. Strict adherence to design code specifications where applicable.
 Digital Photography of product samples and Tradeshow Display models and layout for accurate recreation of setup of Tradeshow Booths by providing a digital map of product placement and display grids for the representative presenting display. Business Logo Concepts, including envisioning and creating of unique and high-impact corporate identities using graphical depiction of the individual business’ mission and goals. Final product prominently distributed through their application on tradeshow and conference displays, billboards, business brochures, product catalogs, and business cards. Designed, created, and produced unique announcements of significant lifetime events such as high school graduation, college graduation, birthdays, and child christening. Graphics design software consultation and training in the use of graphics software programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign to fundraising event coordinators and volunteers. Created Web sites, e-commerce site, multimedia Flash presentations utilizing animation and audio and video, and social media pages.
 Design and production experiences for mail outs, car toppers, billboards, vehicle wraps, and web-based graphics include the following:• Beyond Communications, LCC (Madison, MS)• Space and Missile Defense Conference (SMDC) (Redstone Arsenal, AL)• The Printer Connection (Huntsville, AL)• System Studies & Simulations (Huntsville, AL)• Taylor’s Refrigeration, Heating & Air (Huntsville, AL)• Dietrich & Associates, Realtors (Huntsville, AL) • Alton Consulting Technologies (Decatur, AL)• Fiscal Systems (Huntsville, AL) • Salon Nouveau (Cullman, AL) • L.A. Services (Gulf Shores, AL) • Nature Scents of Oriental Imports (Daphne, AL)• R&D Enterprises (Vinemont, AL)• Nick’s Ristorante (Huntsville, AL)• MagArt by Joyce (Cullman, AL) Show less

Technical editing and graphic design, isometric drawing, electrical wiring diagrams, file conversion for Army and Navy Technical Manuals. Writing/editing instructional procedurals for graphics processes. Performed formatting, editing, proofreading, and quality control functions to produce technical publications in a deadline-driven environment for the Phalanx, SeaRAM and Land-based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS) in support of the Navy and Army customers. Composed and published Phalanx Phacts, a… Show more Technical editing and graphic design, isometric drawing, electrical wiring diagrams, file conversion for Army and Navy Technical Manuals. Writing/editing instructional procedurals for graphics processes. Performed formatting, editing, proofreading, and quality control functions to produce technical publications in a deadline-driven environment for the Phalanx, SeaRAM and Land-based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS) in support of the Navy and Army customers. Composed and published Phalanx Phacts, a bi-annual Navy publication, which involved coordinating with the Navy Senior Chief and Subject Matter Experts to collect articles and photographs for placement in the publication. Converted raster images to vector format for clarity and proper rendering in technical manuals, for both hardcopy and interactive electronic technical manuals (IETMs). Created and updated Graphics in the form of line art from original sources, such as photographs and pre-existing drawings and logos, conforming to MIL-STD-40051 and S1000D standards. Meticulous attention to skill, accuracy, and timely delivery of graphics produced directly contributed to the graphics team having been awarded the title of “Graphics Center of Excellence”. Show less

Technical editing and graphic design, isometric drawing, electrical wiring diagrams, file conversion for Army and Navy Technical Manuals. Writing/editing instructional procedurals for graphics processes. Performed formatting, editing, proofreading, and quality control functions to produce technical publications in a deadline-driven environment for the Phalanx, SeaRAM and Land-based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS) in support of the Navy and Army customers. Composed and published Phalanx Phacts, a… Show more Technical editing and graphic design, isometric drawing, electrical wiring diagrams, file conversion for Army and Navy Technical Manuals. Writing/editing instructional procedurals for graphics processes. Performed formatting, editing, proofreading, and quality control functions to produce technical publications in a deadline-driven environment for the Phalanx, SeaRAM and Land-based Phalanx Weapon System (LPWS) in support of the Navy and Army customers. Composed and published Phalanx Phacts, a bi-annual Navy publication, which involved coordinating with the Navy Senior Chief and Subject Matter Experts to collect articles and photographs for placement in the publication. Converted raster images to vector format for clarity and proper rendering in technical manuals, for both hardcopy and interactive electronic technical manuals (IETMs). Created and updated Graphics in the form of line art from original sources, such as photographs and pre-existing drawings and logos, conforming to MIL-STD-40051 and S1000D standards. Meticulous attention to skill, accuracy, and timely delivery of graphics produced directly contributed to the graphics team having been awarded the title of “Graphics Center of Excellence”. Show less

Technical Editing and Graphic Design, Isometric Drawing, Electrical Wiring Diagrams, File conversion for Army and Navy Technical Manuals, utilizing Adobe Suite of products, Acrobat Pro, PTC Arbortext and IsoView, XML, SGML, Converting raster images to vector. LPWS, Phalanx Systems, S100D, MIL-STD-40051, MIL-STD-38784, IEEE, MIL-HDBK-523, CBT.

Supported Utility Helicopters Project Office (UHPO), AMCOM Logistics Center (ALC, formerly IMMC), MEDEVAC HH-60 A/L/M Blackhawk Helicopters. Publications Management, Technical Manuals, Technical Writer, Editing, XML Conversion, Created and updated Technical Manuals using Arbortext Editor software in accordance with the MIL-STD-40051 and S1000D Standards. Validation/Verification, Technical Manual Review, MWO Verification, Technical Bulletin (TB) Verification, Conducted Table Top reviews of… Show more Supported Utility Helicopters Project Office (UHPO), AMCOM Logistics Center (ALC, formerly IMMC), MEDEVAC HH-60 A/L/M Blackhawk Helicopters. Publications Management, Technical Manuals, Technical Writer, Editing, XML Conversion, Created and updated Technical Manuals using Arbortext Editor software in accordance with the MIL-STD-40051 and S1000D Standards. Validation/Verification, Technical Manual Review, MWO Verification, Technical Bulletin (TB) Verification, Conducted Table Top reviews of Technical Manual updates. Publications Submittals. Supported UH-60 Airframe Technical Division in a logistical support position requiring the review of field submitted change data received via the DA Form 2028. Reviewed data requirements and communicated with field submitter as well as coordinated with aeronautical, electrical and mechanical engineering personnel to develop technically correct updates to aircraft manuals. Performed verification/validation of technical materials and procedures through participation of on-site maintenance/modification procedures on the H-60 aircraft. Developed changes to verified or validated materials to ensure up-to-date information was available to field users. Reviewed and updated the Provisioning Master Record (PMR) and the National Stock Number Master Data Record (NSNMDR) to introduce new stock requirements as well as correcting data that had changed due to engineering updates. Reviewed Logistic Management Information (LMI) reports to ensure information parallels information found in the aircraft Repair Parts and Special Tools Listing (RPSTL) and well as the PMR and NSNMDR. Performed In Process Reviews (IPR) of developing material with technical writers and graphics development personnel to ensure materials were acceptable for Government requirements and will be within the scope and understanding of field users. Completed other logistical support duties as required. Show less

In support of the SETAB/SETAC Facilities, MILCON & Environmental Management Engineering team’s technical engineering staff in the preparation and submission of proposals and reports (RFP, FRD, CDRL, SOW), to government agencies and contractor organizations. Reviewed, edited and organized document content, proofread complex technical and proposal text and artwork. Gathered input and reconciled conflicting comments from multiple stakeholders, as well as verified consistency and clarity of written… Show more In support of the SETAB/SETAC Facilities, MILCON & Environmental Management Engineering team’s technical engineering staff in the preparation and submission of proposals and reports (RFP, FRD, CDRL, SOW), to government agencies and contractor organizations. Reviewed, edited and organized document content, proofread complex technical and proposal text and artwork. Gathered input and reconciled conflicting comments from multiple stakeholders, as well as verified consistency and clarity of written communications. Responsible for providing documentation review, editing and formatting as well as consultation and graphics support services to two teams of engineers and technical writers (30 individuals) in a deadline-driven environment. Developed, documented and used project-specific editing guidelines, complex style sheets, tools templates, and processes utilizing products such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Suite of Products, to achieve customer specifications and objectives, while maintaining the integrity of the product within cost and schedule constraints. Organizing and assembling completed documentation. Provided graphics for maps, awards, presentations, etc. Show less

In support of SmartPlant, Process Power & Marine engineering software developers at Intergraph, developed and created icons, logos and splash screens which were used in proprietary software applications. Provided essential graphics support as a key member of a high performance agile/scrum team of mixed disciplines, such as engineering software application development and its stakeholders. Participated in design and development discussions, and helped test the User Experience aspect to produce… Show more In support of SmartPlant, Process Power & Marine engineering software developers at Intergraph, developed and created icons, logos and splash screens which were used in proprietary software applications. Provided essential graphics support as a key member of a high performance agile/scrum team of mixed disciplines, such as engineering software application development and its stakeholders. Participated in design and development discussions, and helped test the User Experience aspect to produce comprehensive, accurate, and easy to follow documentation. Show less

- Graphic Design for Brand specific licensed product packaging and imprinting. Strict adherence to design code specifications where applicable.- Digital Photography. Photographing product samples and Tradeshow Display models and layout for accurate recreation of setup. Expedites process of setting up Tradeshow Booths accurately by providing a digital map of product placement and display grids for the representative presenting display. - Business Logo Concepts. Envisioning and creating… Show more - Graphic Design for Brand specific licensed product packaging and imprinting. Strict adherence to design code specifications where applicable.- Digital Photography. Photographing product samples and Tradeshow Display models and layout for accurate recreation of setup. Expedites process of setting up Tradeshow Booths accurately by providing a digital map of product placement and display grids for the representative presenting display. - Business Logo Concepts. Envisioning and creating of unique and high-impact corporate identities using graphical depiction of the individual business’ mission and goals. Final product prominently distributed through their application on tradeshow and conference displays, billboards, business brochures, product catalogs, and business cards. - Personalized Announcements. Designed, created, and produced unique announcements for families of significant lifetime events such as High School graduation, College graduation, Birthdays, and Child Christening. - Complete Marketing Package Design. - Design and production experiences for mail outs, car toppers, billboards, vehicle wraps, and web-based graphics include the following:o Beyond communication, LLC - Year of the Gulf Campaign, (G.O.M.A.)o Space and Missile Defense Conference (SMDC) (Redstone Arsenal, AL)o The Printer Connection (Huntsville, AL)o System Studies & Simulations (Huntsville, AL)o Taylor’s Refrigeration, Heating & Air (Huntsville, AL)o Dietrich & Associates, Realtors (Huntsville, AL) o Alton Consulting Technologies (Decatur, AL)o Fiscal Systems (Huntsville, AL) o Salon Nouveau (Cullman, AL) o L.A. Services (Gulf Shores, AL) o Nature Scents of Oriental Imports (Daphne, AL)o R&D Enterprises (Vinemont, AL)- Graphics Design Software Consultation. Provided valuable consultations in the use of and implementing graphics software programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, QuarkXpress, to fundraising event coordinators and volunteers. Show less

In support of the Product Assurance Testing and Configuration Management (PATCM) supporting C-RAM, Division Chief, scheduled requested business travel itineraries for C-RAM Government and Contractors associated with the C-RAM Project Office utilizing Defense Travel System (DTS). Received and processed Travel Approval Requests (TAR), Received and processed travel itineraries. Maintained travel files. Conducted travel coordination with designated travel agency/agents. Coordinated directly with… Show more In support of the Product Assurance Testing and Configuration Management (PATCM) supporting C-RAM, Division Chief, scheduled requested business travel itineraries for C-RAM Government and Contractors associated with the C-RAM Project Office utilizing Defense Travel System (DTS). Received and processed Travel Approval Requests (TAR), Received and processed travel itineraries. Maintained travel files. Conducted travel coordination with designated travel agency/agents. Coordinated directly with hotels and rental car agencies as necessary. Coordinated with and resolved C-RAM traveler issues before, during, and after travel. Coordinated international travel requirements and maintained overseas phone cards. Utilized Concur Expense System to complete Reimbursement Vouchers for returning travelers. Scheduled conferences and Staff Calls based on times and conference room availability, as well as recording, generating, and distribution of meeting materials and information. Updated charts utilized in scheduled weekly meetings as well as individual contract Project Authorized Signature (PAS), Authorized Reviewer Personnel (ARP), and CDRLs. Updated Automated Time Attendance and Production System (ATAAPS), and maintained personnel time sheets for payroll efforts. Compiled and analyzed simple data. Personnel file maintenance and filing. Responsible for records-keeping and properly disposed of obsolete files. Regularly exercised thinking outside the box to improve office operations. Provided expertise related to emerging trends and technology in the technical communication field. Show less

Computer Graphics Design. Responsible for the envisioning of and creating unique and high-impact corporate identities using a graphical depiction of the individual business’ mission and goals. The final product was prominently distributed through their application on tradeshow and conference displays, signs, banners, dimensional lettering, business brochures, product catalogs, vehicle wraps, and employee business cards. Project Production Supervisor. Responsible for developing… Show more Computer Graphics Design. Responsible for the envisioning of and creating unique and high-impact corporate identities using a graphical depiction of the individual business’ mission and goals. The final product was prominently distributed through their application on tradeshow and conference displays, signs, banners, dimensional lettering, business brochures, product catalogs, vehicle wraps, and employee business cards. Project Production Supervisor. Responsible for developing, establishing, implementing, and maintaining the graphics production workflow for all projects submitted to the enterprise. Maintained records of products created, modified, and/or improved as well as productivity and customer satisfaction statistics. Troubleshooting and successfully resolving any problems or conflicts arising in the course of project procedures on a case-to-case basis as presented. Trained interim employees in the daily operations of the upkeep and maintenance of the HP8000 Solvent Printer and Mimaki CJ 60x Plotter, and subsequent daily graphics design programs. Instrumental in establishing key front-end preparation and set-up of the business’ Grand Opening operation, including inventory assessment and organization of materials, medias, and supplies essential to the production of quality products for the client; subsequently, the ongoing maintenance and updating of materials on hand, in addition to ensuring safety procedures were implemented properly. Show less

In support of NASA, responsible for the designing, printing, and mounting of various unique graphical concepts on large format printed media used for permanent display at conferences, formal presentations, and high-level briefings. Technical manual input. Integrated graphical depictions of technical drawings and concepts into widely distributed NASA technical manuals holding to a strictly enforced U.S Government standard.

Visual Information Services supporting the Command Group, (AMCOM), PEO Missile, PEO Aviation, IMMC, SMDC, Garrison. Document composition, design, and layout. Responsible for the inception, design, and production of multi-page documents such as mission essential brochures, large-format displays, logos for LOGSA, web-based applications such as RPA, PSCC, and INTRAK, Quality Institute, special event flyers, various posters and signs, the matting and framing of certificates, medals, and coins, and… Show more Visual Information Services supporting the Command Group, (AMCOM), PEO Missile, PEO Aviation, IMMC, SMDC, Garrison. Document composition, design, and layout. Responsible for the inception, design, and production of multi-page documents such as mission essential brochures, large-format displays, logos for LOGSA, web-based applications such as RPA, PSCC, and INTRAK, Quality Institute, special event flyers, various posters and signs, the matting and framing of certificates, medals, and coins, and many other variations of printed designs. Equipment used: Large-format printers, Canon 1000 color laser, hot laminate. Responsible for day-to-day successful business operations such as resolving customer problems, job cost estimation, acceptance and accounting of new work orders, computer maintenance, and the archiving of completed jobs. Media Package Design. Responsible for the application of Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI) graphics onto promotional products through the Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM). Controlled successful business operations such as resolving customer problems, job cost estimation and analysis, acceptance and accounting of new work orders, computer maintenance, and the archiving of completed jobs, minimizing problems and delays while maintaining workflow. Developed strong working relationships with team and customers. Setup, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment used. Provided additional visual information support when required for conferences and meetings. Initiated a temporary alternate work schedule to relieve financial burden on team members when commuting expenses were reflective of sky-rocketing gas prices, while maintaining full support services of AMCOM, PEO Missile, PEO Aviation, LOGSA, IMMC, SMDC and Garrison customer base. Show less

Print Shop production coordination, control, and management: Solely responsible for the myriad of duties associated with print job estimation, cost analysis, invoicing, preparing work tickets, maintained inventory, and placing orders for required vendor supplies and paper and materials for printing. Maintained extensive and accurate accountability of production stage and status of every project in house. Ensured consistent cost benefit analysis and profit margin remained positive. Also took the… Show more Print Shop production coordination, control, and management: Solely responsible for the myriad of duties associated with print job estimation, cost analysis, invoicing, preparing work tickets, maintained inventory, and placing orders for required vendor supplies and paper and materials for printing. Maintained extensive and accurate accountability of production stage and status of every project in house. Ensured consistent cost benefit analysis and profit margin remained positive. Also took the initiative to follow through on each job and performed bindery production as necessary for getting the final product to the customer in a timely manner when on a tight schedule. Further responsibilities were for gathering the relevant information from customers’ orders or other specifications and used the information to prepare a detailed production sheet (work ticket) that served as a guide in assembling or manufacturing the final product.Assistant Graphics Manager: Performed the duties and responsibilities associated with the graphics design and pre-press production/layout of various logos, branding and marketing packages for multiple companies/individuals. Simultaneously conducted working projects in various stages of production. Designed and assembled various printed packages for clients as well as in-house promotions. Graphic Design and Pre-Press Production Coordination. Performed the duties and responsibilities associated with the graphics design and pre-press production/layout of various logos and printing projects for multiple companies/individuals. Some of the products included but were not limited to full color and single color catalogs, brochures, flyers, posters mounted and un-mounted, event programs, business cards and letterheads, interactive PowerPoint presentations, City Map for Decatur Chamber of Commerce, various media packaging designs, and many Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI) graphics for promotional products. Show less

- Document Composition, Design, and Layout. Responsible for the inception, design, and production of multi-page documents such as local sports programs, business cards, letterheads, brochures, catalogs, business work orders, timecards, medical file charts, numbered tickets, NCR forms, and local Real Estate brochure which involved scanning photos, cleaning them up and manipulating them to fit in formatted multiple page layout.- Pre-Press Production Coordination. Performed the duties and… Show more - Document Composition, Design, and Layout. Responsible for the inception, design, and production of multi-page documents such as local sports programs, business cards, letterheads, brochures, catalogs, business work orders, timecards, medical file charts, numbered tickets, NCR forms, and local Real Estate brochure which involved scanning photos, cleaning them up and manipulating them to fit in formatted multiple page layout.- Pre-Press Production Coordination. Performed the duties and responsibilities associated with Pre-Press coordination for a sheet-fed and Web Press Printing operation. This involves but is not limited to activities such as stripping negatives for color registration and/or black & white production, Plate-burning, Vertical & Horizontal Nu-Arc Camera, and PMT development. Show less