Manager, Graphic Design
Kalamazoo, Michigan Area
Recruited and onboarded new employees, trained on processes and standards for the then newly formed Design Center, specifically for the Writing business unit, team of 8.Collaborated with cross-functional team on a Network manual for project funnel tasks and timeline from idea, charter, contract through launch as Subject Matter Expert for Graphic Design. Led training on this process at multiple locations.Led largest refresh project for Sharpie, 1500+ SKUs, nearly 3 years to complete.Developed and maintained cross-functional relationships internally and with vendors throughout the design team development.Maximized team performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring designers.Maintained positive, professional, organized, and safe environment for the team.Managed internal design team and external production teams to create print, display, collateral and digital assets for sales and marketing campaigns on the Writing business unit: Sharpie, Paper Mate, EXPO, uni-ball, Prismacolor, Mr Sketch, Parker, Waterman, Elmer’s, and X-ACTO. Managed memberships for 60+ designers (AIGA, Monotype).