In 1984, I started my design career in publishing for a magazine group which owned, among other titles, TigerBeat. I quickly learned design and layout from some of the most creative and talented mentors I could hope for, (with whom some I am still friends). By the time I left, one-year and eight months later, I had been promoted twice, the last title being Art Director, with several regular publications under my design charge.In 1986, I accepted an opportunity to work for Minolta Corporation's national headquarters in Ramsey, NJ. It was there in 1990, as Graphic Designer, Photographic Division, that I introduced the Apple Macintosh computer as a new tool for creating artwork digitally. The workflow paradigm was changing and I was instrumental in transitioning the company from a "mechanical" workflow to a digital workflow. As the only designer in the Marketing Department, I was responsible for producing materials to support both sales and marketing efforts at a national level and worked closely with ancillary staff.In 1992, with the desire to broaden the scope of my work, I accepted the position of Art Director at E. Fitz Art in Hackensack, NJ. It was here the transition to a completely digital workflow took place. I was able to hone my skills as a digital artist and became instrumental in making sure the studio was keeping up with the constantly changing digital landscape.In 2000, I formed Symmetre Design Group, LLC, with my current business partner. Our goal has been to provide a level of service that is rarely seen in the graphic design industry. One that marries a high level of design with customer care that forms partnerships for success – while being respectful of budgetary constraints at all times.Our goals remain to apply quality design to both print and paperless communications. We often say, "design is design." While the application of design may change, the fundamentals of effective visual communications remain the same.Specialties: We specialize in creating visually-effective print and web communications for a wide range of clients, with an emphasis on health care, continuing medical education, and direct mail. Whatever the project, we will design a solution that will help our clients succeed.