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Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Provides superior internal and external client experience with forward-thinking print production, digital solutions, and promotional item selection. Delivers proficient budgetary control and timely project management, plus constructive vendor relationships. Functions as the "brand conscience" and brand champion, upholding the integrity of USAL's creative standards. Executes with a high level of autonomy related to brand decisions, design decisions, project management, budget control/approvals, vendor relationships, and peer-relationship with USAL's partners. Furthermore: - Oversees the production schedules and timing of more than 1,000 jobs annually, ensuring that efficiency and quality standards are maintained and resources are well utilized within defined budgets and timelines - Maintains accountability for the production of marketing materials and other products as requested including - direct mail, brochures and promotional material, etc., as well as internal digital displays, Intranet messaging (LifeNet), and external digital properties - Prioritizes and manages internal and external client expectations and competing demands for design, writing, and video production resources - Provides creative direction and feedback to the Creative Services team to create strategically aligned, cutting-edge, targeted communications, including design imagery, writing, and video production - Measures, assesses and optimizes the performance and effectiveness of the Creative Services team - Demonstrates positive leadership, strong customer service skills, and excellent interpersonal communications - Maintains branding standards and communication style guides for all materials, including digital (websites, Facebook, and LinkedIn properties), collateral (all print collateral including brochures, presentations, training materials), and both internal and external communications

New York, New York, United States

• Creative lead of a dynamic 5-person “On-Demand” team, overseeing and executing strategic creative initiatives for more than 50 diverse brands.o Managed the distribution of work, served as the primary contact for account, efficiently handled digital inventory, conducted weekly meetings, and provided constructive feedback, showcasing strong leadership and operational skills.o Ensured cohesive and impactful execution across various tactics, aligning with brand objectives and client expectations.• Managed relationships, style guides, workload delegations, and questions for over 50 creative vendors and overflow personnel.o This process allows us to streamline all projects to be finished in at least half the time of a normal industry standard projects.• Agency-wide subject matter expert for cutting-edge platforms and technologies such as Sketch, Figma, STRIPO, CANVAS, and Midjourney AI.o Developed documentation and training videos to train and onboard new hires both internally and to an external network attached to the Parent company (Evoke).o Presented comprehensive companywide MidJourney AI demonstrations to show use cases within the industry.– AI subject matter expert consistently designing and presenting proactive ideas to the Creative Director that align with company goals, emerging technologies, and industry trends.• Effectively executed and launched 7 diverse label updates in 2023, spanning digital and print mediums for numerous prominent brands such as Reblozyl, Zeposia, TALZENNA, Opdivo, Yervoy, Sprycel, and Comirnaty.

New York, New York

• Led the implementation, testing, training, and execution of Pfizer’s innovative CANVAS digital email builder platform from its earliest pilot stage Spring 2021, demonstrating strategic vision and project leadership.o Pfizer point of contact for the CANVAS platform.• Enhanced team efficiency through the implementation of interdepartmental systems, optimizing workflow balanceand fostering a more streamlined and productive work environment.o Aggregated time frames between creative, account, and editorial departments to dramatically increase efficiency between the departments.

Parsippany, Nj

• Lead designer of Opsumit Brand materials and projects serving as a liaison between the studio and interactive marketing.o Designed brand website, created core visual aid, iDetail, and other industry standard marketing materials.• Relocated to help build and solidify operations in the San Fransisco office; established a larger presence on the West Coast.• Worked Janssen Immunology team, specifically focused on all indications of STELARA.• Project managed and delegated digital and print projects, navigating diverse creative disciplines and ensuring seamless coordination across different initiatives.

- Create campaigns that attract attention, generate action and most importantly, drive results.- Logos and sales collateral to in-store point-of-purchase displays.- Work closely with clients to design eye-catching elements and to ensure their branding is enforcedand the message is clear.

Bachelor'S Degree, Design And Visual Communications

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (A.A.S.), Graphic Design

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society