Mim Adkins Email & Phone Number

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Boston, Ma

As a skilled creative, I manage client accounts from sales through product delivery and customer service. My experience encompasses editorial and educational design; book and magazine design (interiors and covers), event materials (banners, program brochures, name tags, title slides), and websites. (2000-Present)• Creatively and effectively design, manage, and complete print and electronic projects on deadline• Knowledge of branding principles and practices• Create designs and style… Show more As a skilled creative, I manage client accounts from sales through product delivery and customer service. My experience encompasses editorial and educational design; book and magazine design (interiors and covers), event materials (banners, program brochures, name tags, title slides), and websites. (2000-Present)• Creatively and effectively design, manage, and complete print and electronic projects on deadline• Knowledge of branding principles and practices• Create designs and style templates; teach graphics principles and applications• Research and assign photography and illustration; organize, edit, and retouch images; manage digital assets• Present designs to clients and complete revisions. Advanced knowledge on typographic details such as hyphenation, kerning, tracking, and ligatures; proofreading and copy editing; creating publication book maps• Coordinate with imaging specialists and printers; prep files for output; review color proofs• Research and recommend methods, software, and technology for workflow and product improvements• Skilled communicator and team player with management, editorial, production, marketing, and print teamsPROJECTS INCLUDE Magazine Art Direction & Design (Dance Studio Life magazine ); Cookbook Design & Production (Weight Watchers magazine and book division); Magazine Design & Production (Homestyle, Victoria, and Weight Watchers magazines); Magazine Production (for Time Inc. magazines on staff and freelance); Production for Houghton Mifflin School Division; Harvard University Gazette. Websites for artists and other clients. Show less

As a people-focused, composition, light, and color-obsessed photographer, I create unique narratives highlighting the essence of people, places, and events. My experience includes portraits, lifestyle, interiors/exteriors, custom stock, and events for businesses, universities, schools, magazines, artists, non-profits, and family legacy collections. • Manage client accounts from sales through project delivery and customer service: book clients, negotiate terms, manage schedules and… Show more As a people-focused, composition, light, and color-obsessed photographer, I create unique narratives highlighting the essence of people, places, and events. My experience includes portraits, lifestyle, interiors/exteriors, custom stock, and events for businesses, universities, schools, magazines, artists, non-profits, and family legacy collections. • Manage client accounts from sales through project delivery and customer service: book clients, negotiate terms, manage schedules and deadlines, orchestrate design services and product completion• Brainstorm client needs, concepts, style, and brand goals • Orchestrate shoots (equipment, schedules, locations, wardrobe)• Direct clients during sessions and cater to client personalities and expectations for best results• Manage assets and workflow; edit, enhance, and retouch images• Hire and work with vendors to produce deliverables. • Expert working with clients and teams representing many industries and responsibilities, from stakeholders to interns.CLIENTS INCLUDE Trust for Public Land; MIT Media Lab; Mind Life Institute; Nurtury Learning Lab; Kaplan International; The Harvard Family Van; Fresh Box Farms; Beacon Capital; Sotheby’s; Coldwell Banker; Hammond Real Estate; Century 21; Hawk Partners; Exhale magazine; Life magazine; This Old House magazine; Dance Studio Life magazine; Weight Watchers publishing; contractors; property owners; business owners; musicians; consultants; individuals and families Show less

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

As the solo on-site Interior Design Consultant for the New England CB2, I consistently rated in the top three CB2 designers nationally, drove and delivered individual sales with distinction, and independently delivered 15-25% of store sales. Provided boutique design experiences via interviews, 2D and 3D design visuals, design presentations, sales, and account management. DESIGN SERVICES• Created elevated design experiences for customers via interviews/information gathering, custom… Show more As the solo on-site Interior Design Consultant for the New England CB2, I consistently rated in the top three CB2 designers nationally, drove and delivered individual sales with distinction, and independently delivered 15-25% of store sales. Provided boutique design experiences via interviews, 2D and 3D design visuals, design presentations, sales, and account management. DESIGN SERVICES• Created elevated design experiences for customers via interviews/information gathering, custom design presentations, and sales• Employed exceptionally strong design skills, creating beautiful home interiors, space planning, mood boards, 3D models, and sales presentations • Collected and shared product knowledge with clients, customers, and fellow associates• Actively translated client needs for home decor into a customized list of products• Supported and modeled excellent service with a stylish and welcoming manner, offering smart design within a boutique retail setting• Chosen as top-tier, company-wide designer and sales associate model for new design programSALES AND CUSTOMER SERVICE• Successfully and joyfully created, grew, and maintained a solid client base with many repeat customers• Approached clients with a friendly, sophisticated, knowledgeable, and authentic manner• Compellingly explained price and package info with clients, and assisted with the decision-making process• Highly self motivated to excel both independently and as part of a team• Proven track record of problem-solving skills and informed decision-making• Deftly operated POS for large sales in a fast-paced environment. Managed ETAs and complicated delivery schedules• Maintained superb organizational skills while juggling many clients and project deadlines• Employed excellent reading, writing, listening and speaking communication skills• Readily learned new skills and software when required• Strong commitment to growth and team success Show less

Co-taught a transformational 9-day workshop with National Geographic's Sam Abell (photographer) and Leah Ben David-Val (writer/editor). Guided participants through editing, designing, producing, printing and publishing photography books.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, English With A Concentration In Writing

Design And Photography

Photography