Nikki Kajmowicz Email & Phone Number

Saint Petersburg, Fl, Us

As a Business Intelligence Program Manager, I specialize in leveraging data to drive strategic decisions and enhance organizational performance. My responsibilities include:• Advanced Data Management: I implement cutting-edge tools and risk mitigation techniques to manage complex data sets effectively.• Business Intelligence Technology: I harness the power of machine learning, AI, and Business I Intelligence platforms (such as Power BI) to extract valuable insights from data.• Consulting and Ideation: I collaborate with leadership to provide data-driven recommendations and support specific business goals.• Data Visualization and Reporting: I design and maintain Power BI dashboards, ensuring seamless integration across tools like MS Project, SharePoint, and Excel.• Automation and Efficiency: I create Power Automate flows to automate processes, streamlining workflows and improving efficiency.• User-Friendly Interfaces: I focus on user experience (UX/UI) by designing intuitive visualizations aligned with company branding.• Performance Monitoring: I monitor program performance, analyze data, and provide actionable insights for informed decision-making.

Chicago

- Addressed client challenges by managing project requirements and led product design direction- Produced sketches, storyboards and wireframes to visualize ideas- Led creative team strategy meetings, presented completed ideas - Developed branding guides, defined brand consistency, aesthetics, and style for Print,Web and Mobile User Experience- Designed for logo, info-graphics, visual concept communication, developed marketing and creative content

Chicago

Designed digital user experiences in the form of an ecommerce site. I carefully considered all the details for over 5,000 listings; such as product image photography, individual listing information and customer expectations, to create a positive online customer experience. With the end goal of creating happy customers, a brand customers trust and repeat clientele.

Chicago

Developed skills in user experience design including: user research, information architecture, prototyping, wireframing, user testing, user interface design, interaction design, agile UX, visual design and service design. Completed a total of 6 concept projects working both solo and within a group. Worked directly with real life client to design final capstone group project. Stride | Fitness App | 2018 Worked with client to design phone app which serves as the console for smart exercise machine. Designed and implemented innovative challenges section as wellas the machine controls and user metric dashboard. Flock | Group Travel App | 2018 Designed a native iOS app that enhances and simplifies the process of planning and arranging group travel. Through user research I identified group travelers needs and pain points. Refined the solution with user testing and created a single platform for all group travel related correspondence and documents.Summer Reading Engagement | 2018 Created a gamification e-book reading platform & physical activity subscription box for current summer reading program. Responsible for the UI, graphic design and visual design of tablet based application.

Chicago

As Event Director at Merlo on Maple, I designed over 120 events for up to 100 guests. I relied on my ability to empathize when working with clients to understand their needs and wants in order to design events that exceeded expectations and provided a memorable experience.• Managed schedules, met tight deadlines and ensured consistently high-quality events• Worked with companies and organizations to coordinate events that met the client’s needs and budget• Managed day-to-day operational aspects of events, managed staff responsible for event coordination activates• Initiated, coordinated and executed events, drove attendance to the event• Promoted event space using, web marketing, and social media to spark attention• Trained and educated staff on event procedures and specifics• Identified resources needed and assign individual responsibilities• Facilitated team and client meetings effectively, ensured staff was adequately prepared for event• Kept project team well informed of changes within the organization and general corporate news• Responsible for creating and managing proposals and contracts, ensured all deadlines were met• Created and executed project work plans and revisions as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements• Ensured project documents were complete, current, and stored appropriately• Managed schedules, met tight deadlines and ensured consistently high-quality events• Met with clients and other professionals at on-site visits• Coordinated details of events such as conferences, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, charity events, and business meetings• Supervised employees on day of execution event space set up• Post event follow up with customer, ensured client’s needs and expectations were met• Addressed and/or resolved issues in a timely fashion• Maintained and created relationships with local and international destination management companies and vendors that assist corporations in planning events

Greater Chicago Area

• Directed graphic art design, including color, composition and overall visual aesthetics • Managed communication between team and freelance developers• Designed graphics, logos and art for various projects• Managed digital assets

Chicago

As Assistant Art Director at Homey Gallery I designed and executed over 25 fine art exhibits. I was responsible for considering every aspect of business needs, the customer wants and exhibiting artists goals in order to facilitate successful exhibits.• Oversee organization of projects ensuring deadlines are met• Supervise gallery exhibits, assisting in coordination, installation and execution • Develop and design graphics, layouts, and art production for advertising material• Communicate directly with vendors and print companies to ensure correct and timely completion of marketing material• Responsible for the design of commercial and direct marketing pieces, both in digital and print format• Develop and design graphics, layouts, and art production for advertising material• Promote art exhibits using flyers, web marketing, and social media as examples of ways to spark attention• Merchandise retailing, create eye catching displays• Manage stock inventory, track sale trends in retail items• Photograph artwork and inventory to be used for website and projects

Chicago

• Project management of online events including coordinating content between departments and overseeing organization of inventory and documents• Created schedule and managed project timing in preparation for online events• Team management on day of photo shoots • Defined company brand through events• Undertook art direction assignments as necessary• Promoted online events through social media• Digitally edited and created web ready images • Maintained business website

Chicago

As a freelance graphic designer and web developer I consult with clients to address their current business needs, and to develop and design an informative website, representational of the companies brand image and services.• Design and execution of client business website• Create graphic design elements• Digitally edit client-supplied images using design software• Development and design of company logos• Design of digital and print creative marketing material • Site maintenance and updating

User Experience Design

Bfa, Digital Studies And Design

While attending SAIC I was able to take advantage of the wide range of curriculum offered. In addition to studying traditional fine art, I.