High-end graphic designer with professional experience and a keen eye for business and marketing. Excellent cross-functional abilities including print, web, and social media. Talented designer who is able to create dynamic freehand and computer illustrations and an expert in using and manipulating digital photos. Solid understanding of design theory, strategy, interpersonal skills, and a sharp eye for detail. Technical expertise and excellent relationship-building skills allow me to connect with clients and tell their stories clearly across a wide variety of media. Committed to delivering design solutions that truly represent creative problem solving. Excellent client relationship management and customer service skills. Areas of expertise:• Graphic Designer• Cutting-Edge Design Work• Adobe Creative Suite• Social Media Proficiency• Innovative Thinker, Superior Execution Skills• Offline and Online Design• Deadline/Project Driven• Team Motivation• B2C Marketing Strategies, Facebook/Linked In• Confidence & Accountability• Brand Identity & Marketing• Promos & Collateral Look/Feel• Accountability & AdaptabilitySelected highlights:• Spearheaded Leona’s marketing strategy to focus on the student’s experience while attending school.• Writer and producer of two major corporate video projects, including a 10-year anniversary video communicating the history of the company. • Winner of 2 Lansing Area Silver Addys and 3 NPRSA Awards.• Recognized by Members of the Schools’ Boards for delivering “agency” quality collateral for The Leona Group.Specialties: Adobe Creative Suite 5.5 (Mac): InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Freehand, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, HTML & CSS
Listed skills include Advertising, Brochures, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, and 36 others.