Key Achievements:• Evaluate project financial viability, contributing to strategic decision-making and sustainable project growth.• Conduct comprehensive assessments of staff performance, identified development needs, and implemented training programs for sales executives, designers, and administrators.Team Management and Development:• Direct and manage a team of designers and sales professionals.• Provide leadership and guidance to ensure optimal team performance and… Show more Key Achievements:• Evaluate project financial viability, contributing to strategic decision-making and sustainable project growth.• Conduct comprehensive assessments of staff performance, identified development needs, and implemented training programs for sales executives, designers, and administrators.Team Management and Development:• Direct and manage a team of designers and sales professionals.• Provide leadership and guidance to ensure optimal team performance and productivity.• Develop and execute training programs for sales executives and designers, promoting skill enhancement.Project Management:• Orchestrate the full spectrum of project management activities, including budgeting, planning, quoting, and departmental progression.• Conduct thorough research on new projects to assess viability for successful development.Sales Forecasting and Development:• Formulate and execute sales forecasts, targeting project growth, corporate sales growth, and sales representative expansion.• Monitor sales account executive activity, resolving issues, providing solutions, and identifying new avenues for success.Corporate Organization:• Manage regular team meetings to review workflow, discuss ongoing projects, and launch new initiatives.• Organize staff events and recognized staff milestones, fostering a positive and motivated work environment.Publication Design:• Spearhead the layout and design of trade magazines and membership directories, overseeing the entire process from planning to press.Website Maintenance:• Assist in the development, maintenance, and hosting of multiple corporate and publication websites, ensuring optimal functionality and user experience.Corporate Marketing:• Create compelling exhibit materials for trade shows, including banners, posters, promotional materials, and booth layouts.• Participate in trade shows to promote projects, build corporate relationships, and contribute to overall corporate marketing efforts. Show less

Art Direction and Quality Control:• Oversee the design of multiple publications in print and digital formats, providing feedback and direction to multiple designers.• Ensure the premium quality of all publications to meet industry and association standards.• Collaborate with internal departments and association clients to plan, promote, and produce products.Project Management and Cost Optimization:• Quote on standard and specialty print projects.• Liaise with local… Show more Art Direction and Quality Control:• Oversee the design of multiple publications in print and digital formats, providing feedback and direction to multiple designers.• Ensure the premium quality of all publications to meet industry and association standards.• Collaborate with internal departments and association clients to plan, promote, and produce products.Project Management and Cost Optimization:• Quote on standard and specialty print projects.• Liaise with local printing companies to optimize printing processes for cost-effectiveness, saving money for the company and clients without sacrificing quality.Team Leadership and Conflict Resolution:• Mediate conflicts and handle situations promptly and professionally.• Train and mentor new employees in graphic and web design tasks.Multifaceted Role Maintenance:• Supervise a creative team of graphic designers.• Conduct staff training and development sessions.• Plan and propose projects for association clients.• Manage project budgets and print planning.• Design layouts for trade magazines and membership directories.• Create innovative magazine cover designs.• Develop, maintain, and host corporate websites. Show less

Publication Design and Branding:• Design layout and visuals for multiple industry trade publications.• Lead cover design and article layout for magazine production.• Collaborate on redesign and rebranding of publications.• Assist in creating new publications for various associations.Advertising Production and Design:• Design print advertising for global companies across diverse industries.• Create various print marketing concepts including double page spreads… Show more Publication Design and Branding:• Design layout and visuals for multiple industry trade publications.• Lead cover design and article layout for magazine production.• Collaborate on redesign and rebranding of publications.• Assist in creating new publications for various associations.Advertising Production and Design:• Design print advertising for global companies across diverse industries.• Create various print marketing concepts including double page spreads, bellybands, and gatefolds.Web Design and Development:• Serve as primary web designer and developer for the company and association clients.• Maintain all online elements and cut online expenses by 75%.• Increase company revenue by introducing new digital advertising mediums.Technical Support and Troubleshooting:• Provide internal tech support during IT department unavailability.• Set up new computers and email accounts.• Perform troubleshooting for computer and internet issues.Additional Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain corporate websites.• Offer technical and creative support for advertising clients.• Create and submit print-ready PDFs to printers. Show less

Brand Development:• Design and promote company brand with recognizable logo, slogan, and visual identity.• Create signage, posters, and promotional clothing to reinforce brand image.Advertising:• Develop all advertising plans and creative for print, online, and radio.• Manage social media accounts to maintain brand consistency and engage with followers.• Build company following on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.• Optimize website to dominate local search… Show more Brand Development:• Design and promote company brand with recognizable logo, slogan, and visual identity.• Create signage, posters, and promotional clothing to reinforce brand image.Advertising:• Develop all advertising plans and creative for print, online, and radio.• Manage social media accounts to maintain brand consistency and engage with followers.• Build company following on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.• Optimize website to dominate local search results for target market.Event Planning:• Plan, organize, and promote 6-10 community events annually to drive business traffic and increase company awareness.Business Development:• Research and understand the motorcycle industry to contribute to business growth.• Develop and maintain industry connections and relationships to expand market viability.• Assist in building the business from the ground up by leveraging industry knowledge.Product Research:• Conduct research on motorcycles for rent, parts for resale, retail clothing, and riding gear.• Identify potential vendors and purchase retail products, supplies, and rental vehicles.Mechanical Expertise:• Inspect motorcycles for purchase and rental, advise on mechanical issues for client motorcycles.• Maintain current company motorcycle fleet through parts orders, repairs, maintenance, and upgrades.• Provide one-on-one customer service to improve company reputation and enhance customer retention. Show less

Graphic Design Expertise:• Offer comprehensive graphic design services including logo design, business cards, letterhead, brochures, and marketing packages.• Tailor designs to meet the branding needs of corporate clients.• Focus on creativity and innovation to help clients stand out in their respective markets.Web Design Expertise:• Develop custom websites tailored to the unique needs of each client.• Prioritize user experience, ensuring websites are visually… Show more Graphic Design Expertise:• Offer comprehensive graphic design services including logo design, business cards, letterhead, brochures, and marketing packages.• Tailor designs to meet the branding needs of corporate clients.• Focus on creativity and innovation to help clients stand out in their respective markets.Web Design Expertise:• Develop custom websites tailored to the unique needs of each client.• Prioritize user experience, ensuring websites are visually appealing and functional across all devices.• Pay meticulous attention to coding details using CSS and HTML to ensure proper website functionality.• Specialize in creating custom-built WordPress themes to meet client specifications.Web Hosting Expertise:• Provide clients with a comprehensive solution for all website needs, including design, domain registration, and hosting.• Manage clients' websites from a centralized provider, ensuring a seamless process for clients.• Offer reliable and secure hosting services to support clients' online presence. Show less

Catalog Assembly and Production:• Utilize QuarkXPress and InDesign to assemble catalog files.• Develop custom tools, XML files, and SQL queries to streamline the process.• Ensure all files meet professional quality standards and are press-ready for global newspapers.Sales Material Design:• Design and redesign sales materials for internal and external distribution.• Create visually appealing sales materials for clients and sales representatives worldwide.• Design… Show more Catalog Assembly and Production:• Utilize QuarkXPress and InDesign to assemble catalog files.• Develop custom tools, XML files, and SQL queries to streamline the process.• Ensure all files meet professional quality standards and are press-ready for global newspapers.Sales Material Design:• Design and redesign sales materials for internal and external distribution.• Create visually appealing sales materials for clients and sales representatives worldwide.• Design newspaper ad templates for newspapers to use in promotional campaigns. Show less

Typesetting and Layout:• Typesetting, imposition, layout, and design using various software.• Troubleshooting software and hardware issues related to typesetting and layout tasks.• Experience in scanning both color and black-and-white images for use in design projects.Image Editing and Color Management:• Photo retouching and color correction to enhance visual appeal.• Creating and manipulating PDF files, including preflighting and postflighting.• Film output… Show more Typesetting and Layout:• Typesetting, imposition, layout, and design using various software.• Troubleshooting software and hardware issues related to typesetting and layout tasks.• Experience in scanning both color and black-and-white images for use in design projects.Image Editing and Color Management:• Photo retouching and color correction to enhance visual appeal.• Creating and manipulating PDF files, including preflighting and postflighting.• Film output, digital and conventional bluelines, and digital color proofs.File Management and Technical Support:• Developed protocols and procedures for inter-departmental file transfer.• Provided customer consultation and technical support on file and PDF creation.• Conducted training sessions for new and existing employees on software programs and techniques.System Maintenance and Research:• Perform Mac/PC system maintenance, archiving, and cataloging of files.• Stay updated with research and development of new software and hardware.• Conduct troubleshooting and maintenance of imagesetter/processor equipment.Color Management and Printing:• Correct spot colors and fake duotones to ensure accurate printing results.• Handle plate making and troubleshooting related to printing processes. Show less

Equipment Operation and Maintenance:• Operate Xerox Docutech135 and other digital and analog copiers proficiently.• Perform scanning, clean-up, and setup of documents for print jobs.• Ensure quality of printed materials meets standards.File Management and Archiving:• Archive finished jobs on remote servers for easy access and retrieval.• Organize and manage current and archived print jobs efficiently.Variable Imaging and Mail Merges:• Set up files and… Show more Equipment Operation and Maintenance:• Operate Xerox Docutech135 and other digital and analog copiers proficiently.• Perform scanning, clean-up, and setup of documents for print jobs.• Ensure quality of printed materials meets standards.File Management and Archiving:• Archive finished jobs on remote servers for easy access and retrieval.• Organize and manage current and archived print jobs efficiently.Variable Imaging and Mail Merges:• Set up files and data for variable imaging.• Prepare mail merges for imprinting purposes. Show less