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Creative Director with a reputation for making things happen. No matter how nebulous the request, no matter when, no matter what was tried before, I can bring marketing communications to life. I have a talent for asking the right questions to the right people to gain a clear understanding of the desired outcome. I can translate and simplify complex subjects into a single-minded message that resonates with the audience. My prioritization skills help discern which activities have the greatest impact on the business. I have a passion for staff development and inclusion. The best work and personal growth comes from a collaborative, positive and nurturing environment. Everyone is creative. Everyone can grow. Everyone I’ve managed has.I can manage, develop and evolve a brand. Beyond maintaining a consistent brand identity, I create a sense of ownership for associates. Internal branding and inclusion strengthens the brand by creating connections to customers and those who serve them.Professional skills: Create marketing materials that are quick and inspiredProduce materials across multiple media (print, web and multimedia) and multiple formats (collateral, environmental, ads, periodicals etc.)Simplify messages with strong information hierarchy, one big idea and clear call-to-actionSolid understanding of print production and costsKnow-how to tackle projects requiring cross-enterprise coordination, outside contributors, strategic planning and multiple milestonesAbility to quickly differentiate projects and requests based on business impactInside-out knowledge of graphic design software applicationsDesigned IFCA EPIC award-winning enrollment and increase campaignsDefined and maintained a Nationwide sub-brandSpecialties: Simplifying complex ideas, connecting editorial content to illustration, presentations, designing communication consistently across multiple media

Listed skills include Graphic Design, Flash, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Office, and 22 others.