Independently operate Abrakadoodle Art programs of Atlanta, GAMarket and sell Abrakadoodle programs to schools, churches, community centers and parents.Manage, train and lead a team of pre-k and elementary teachers to teach Abrakadoodle curriculum.Provide exceptional customer service.Customize integrated art programs for schools within their budget.Plan, manage and execute over 40 art camps each summer in Atlanta, GA.Custom design art experiences for parties, festivals and fundraisers.Plan, budget, create and execute art programs for public and private schools.Manage all business operations for Abrakadoodle.

Summary“Versatile and creative designer and project manager with 10 years experience and expertise in producing sales presentations, marketing design, development, delivery, branding, special events, and high net-worth customer acquisition and retention."Duties:Independently operate presentations on-site for Cartoon Network’s national and international assemblies, and TBS/TNT’s involvement with key influencers and crucial industry associations. Manage the art production of 150–200 custom presentations annually, including network retreats, network upfront shows, executive speeches, and industry events.Develop and manage projects ranging from large-scale multimedia shows to sophisticated sales tools to basic PowerPoint presentations, within even-changing deadlines and budget constraints.Lead presentation and graphic design team in creative briefs and brainstorming sessions, and assume accountability for exceptional end-products that ensure company branding is consistent in tone and design.Collaborate with network’s on-air, marketing and research teams to assemble assets for projects, and maintain key company relationships in order to obtain resources for each presentation, show, or event.Coordinate the creation of custom photography by art directing Turner Broadcasting’s photography team.Utilize critical thinking abilities and embrace new technology, multi-tasked with ease, and exercise project management skills by delivering on-time and on-budget results.

Strategically partnered with Turner executives to produce custom data-driven presentations.Designed original templates, graphic elements, charts and over 200 PowerPoint presentations. Collaborated with internal work teams to manage the creative design from conception to print, illustrating strong organizational, implementation, editing and planning skills. Developed communication proficiency by interacting with staff and customers on a daily basisDesigned and maintained database of current projects, resulting in fast and accurate information regarding project importance, with a high level of data integrity and detail.

Independently produced, wrote, directed, and edited a television pilot that was later professionally pitched to several networks.Maintained creative control and complete accountability for all project phases, from pre-production, production, post production, and final delivery.Scouted, interviewed, and assembled cast and production crew, including a Director of Photography, Art Director, Production Designer, and Editing assistant. Managed budgets and costs including casting, shooting, and post production, receiving reduced rates for equipment and filming locations through persuasive demeanor and influential presence. Maintained a level head and leadership position in order to eliminate tensions and conflict among crew.

Coordinated small-and large-scale special events through effective budgeting, collateral, audio visual support, contract negotiation, catering, venues, activities, music, and logistics. Managed departmental renovation project including idea generation, detailed concept, design, budgeting, staff relocations, and logistics, resulting in an error-free project completion.Designed and/or updated original templates, graphic elements, and over 70 PowerPoint presentations relating to crucial Human Resources opinion surveys and internal client needs.Designed print communications including posters, folders, and brochures, increasing interest, understanding, and involvement in key initiatives. Filmed, edited, and produced video presentations, receiving praise from management.

Worked closely with corporate executives to maintain integrity of company, develop strategies for branding, and generate innovative ideas to promote company/product to target audience.Coordinated industry-specific events, and designed presentations and collateral materials to expand market awareness and company branding initiatives.

Created on-air graphics for the nightly sports news show.