Kim Duclos Email & Phone Number

Columbia, Maryland, United States

I'm responsible for translating the corporate and business unit objectives into visual and functional solutions on the web, managing web design projects from their conceptual stages through execution.- Plan, design, and implement changes, improvements, and functionality across all Web sites- Manage web design projects from conceptual stage, including requirements and strategic objectives, through the development and design of a solution- Design content and functionality according to web site plan- Maintain appearance of sites by developing and enforcing content and display standards- Research/review technical solutions to achieve functional requirements

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Create, manage, and direct designs for the internal and external audiences of the National Student Clearinghouse, a non-profit source for post-secondary and secondary student degree, diploma and enrollment verification. Provide fresh, creative style and strategy to each design to maintain the overall brand while targeting the appropriate audiences. Work closely with internal clients (Marketing Manager, Regional Directors, Director or Research, Corporate Trainer, SMEs, etc.) to understand the audience, project goals and objectives, tone, specifications, and overall style, so their goals can be met. Responsible for web updates and the design of new external web sites through a best practices approach with WordPress. Produce a wide range of materials such as job aids, newsletters, brochures, PowerPoint presentations, web art, corporate identity, posters, postcards, trade show display components, promotional giveaways, and interactive demos. Provide strategy and consultation on technology and design problems. Create online help systems for a variety of uses such as just-in-time help, application support, and as general reference tools. Managed and directed the work of a graphic designer who provides support for design projects and a front-end web developer. Research technologies, vendors, materials, methods, and design options to keep projects on time and on budget. Attend graphic design, instructional design, and technology training and conferences to stay up to date on design trends, web technologies, and trends in education and instruction.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Created, managed, and directed designs for the internal and external audiences of EarthScope, a non-profit geoscience research and education initiative funded by the National Science Foundation. Worked closely with internal clients (Project Director, Communications Manager, Education & Outreach Manager, and scientists/SMEs) to achieve design goals. Produced a wide range of materials such as newsletters, books, brochures, reports, educational materials, informational sheets, PowerPoint presentations, web art, posters, trade show display components, and promotional giveaway materials. Collaborated with Education & Outreach Manager to create educational materials for schools and exhibits. Created and maintained extensive artwork/project archive. Researched vendors, materials, methods, and design options to keep projects on time and on budget. Consulted in other areas such as meeting planning, marketing, and technology. Attended design conferences and software training to stay up to date on design trends and graphics software.

Assisted clients in creating relevant, interesting, and persuasive designs to achieve their marketing and informational goals. Developed a staff of qualified employees into a collaborative creative team to solve design problems. Directed and inspired designers to execute specific creative strategy which balanced superior production quality and "speed to market" objectives. Oversaw sales, budgets, and expenditures to ensure profitability. Provided training and resources for staff to keep current on creative techniques and technical advances. Developed a client base of companies ranging from national corporations to small local businesses. Designed and produced original print materials such as logos, corporate identity systems, information and marketing packets, newsletters, slide presentations, on-screen computer presentations and promotional materials. Internet services included web site design and re-design, e-commerce solutions, specialty programming, site maintenance, animation, online promotion and publicity, content development, and Internet consulting.

Capm, Project Management

Completed George Mason's certificate program in Project Management and attained a CAPM certification from PMI.

M.Ed., Instructional Design & Technology

Graduated Spring 2008 with 4.0 gpa

Graduate Certificate, E-Learning

Ba, Journalism/Art

Education record